GROWMARK, Inc.
Location
South Carolina | United States
Job description
POSTING DATES: At least five business days
SUPERVISOR:
LOCATION:
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
Responsible for sales of all seeds , within an assigned territory (North Carolina and South Carolina), working closely with the Sales Manager and Sales Specialists for the purposes of selling to customers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Conducts seed sales calls with targeted customers and assists crops specialists with key account calls
Implements company goals and objectives that will grow the seed business and develop profitable relationships with customers
Provides leadership for the development and/or implementation of all seed trials and seed support needs
Assists with and implements seed sales strategies that generate profitable sales
Implements innovative sales programs and pricing strategies
Participates in selected sales activities, i.e. customer meetings, trade shows, sales meeting to keep abreast of sales trends and sales environment
Creates and manages a farm proposal by providing value-added seed products, services, and recommendations on a frequent basis
Expedites the resolution of customer problems and complaints
Keeps accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities
Maintains a current knowledge of product applications, technical services, market conditions, competitive activities, advertising, and promotional trends
Completes and maintains a competitive analysis for all key competitors
Quotes prices, and prepares sales contracts for orders obtained and promotes the use of credit programs as a sales tool and helps provide the required information to establish credit
Works with Microsoft Office products and other proprietary software to enhance business processes and maximize efficiency
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintains industry and university contacts to keep informed on developing trends and product introductions in assigned product areas
Creates and participates in presentations during customer meetings and trades shows as required
Maintains the assigned vehicle according to company standards
Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply
Performs all other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Normally requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in agriculture, marketing, or other related discipline and a minimum of 4 years seed selling experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to demonstrate strong reasoning ability to solve practical problems and handle customer and/or operational issues
Demonstrated GROWMARK core competencies including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Must be able to travel independently and overnight
Must be willing to work hours beyond those considered “normal”
Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position
We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities.
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