ALCIVIA Hiring For Agronomy Account Manager at Juda, WI, United States Full Time

Job Description

We are looking for an Agronomy Account Manager to build and maintain positive relationships with members resulting in sales of fertilizers, chemicals, and seeds while improving our members financial success. While also conducting on farm sales calls and taking on some operations responsibilities during spring agronomy season.*
Essential Responsibilities: *

• Recommend fertilizers, chemicals, and seed producing the greatest yield and profitability for members
• Write up product orders and verify price to maintain margins
• Submit orders for processing and follow up with procurement
• Help coordinate product delivery or application
• Analyze soil using sampling and observations
• Conduct testing and communicate the results to the supplier
• Develop plans for pest infestations and other crop related issues
• Collaborate with members on crop development and recommendations for improvement
• Coordinate with site managers regarding timing of materials
• Communicate with applicators regarding field characteristics, product placement, and other application logistics
• Follow up with members after application and resolve any issues
• Application of wet, dry, and vapor agronomy products to soil and vegetation
• Comfortable engaging and running heavy machinery
• Adjust hoses, nozzles, and tubes to account for varied terrain
• Assure the work complies with laws, regulations, and company standards
• Mix chemicals and fertilizers according to the formulas
• Clean and operate machinery to ensure operating efficiency
• Quickly report all machinery malfunctions and ensure repairs are completed
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to machinery in the field
• During the offseason assist with major repairs, paint equipment, and maintain facilities
• Assist in the movement and accounting for inventory tracking
• Identify opportunities to cross-sell for other areas of the business
• Support cross-divisional collaboration whenever possible
• Help out in other areas of the business as bandwidth allows
• Other duties as assigned

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Required Skills: *

• Strong computer and technology skills
• Excellent written and verbal and communication
• Sales and service focused mindset
• Motivated to always exceed customer expectations
• Work well independently and leading a team
• Strong enthusiasm for building internal and external relationships
• Embrace goals and goal setting to grow your sales career
• Self-directed and focuses on taking action
• Effective negotiation and closing skills
• Ability to identify objectives and recommend the best solutions
• Possess a strong set of core values and beliefs
• Accept responsibility while maintaining integrity
• Remain persistence and recover quickly from setbacks
• Demonstrate confidence in approaching new members
• Know how and when to ask for the sale

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Physical/Work Demands: *

• Must be able to walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds at any given time
• Comfortable working with chemicals and fertilizers
• Working in outdoor conditions
• Varied work schedule and hours based on season and weather conditions
• Must be able to work long hours during the busy season
• Local and regional travel
• Safety first mindset

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Education and Experience: *

• Bachelor degree in agriculture or related field preferred
• Five years agronomy sales experience
• Certified Crop Advisor preferred
• Commercial Applicator License required (will provide assistance obtaining)
• Class A CDL required (will provide assistance obtaining)
• Clean driving record required

Visit www.ALCIVIA.com/careers for more information about our local Wisconsin based, 100% farmer-owned cooperative. APPLY TODAY!Location: W2931 Walnut St, Juda, WI 53550Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: Multiple Locations