Sales Representative

Job Description

Job Description

Heritage Cooperative is always looking for friendly, outgoing, customer-service driven employees. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are constantly thinking outside of the box for new ways to make working at Heritage Cooperative attractive to our current and prospective employees. If you see yourself as a future Agronomy Sales Representative with Heritage Cooperative, apply TODAY at www.heritagecooperative.com / Careers!

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Driver License, with acceptable driving record

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Outstanding organizational and time-management skills

Excellent communication skills

Fundamental mechanical skills

Ability to frequently stand and / or walk for extended periods of time

Ability to frequently lift heavy objects no more than 50 pounds

Ability to occasionally crawl, stoop, kneel, climb, or balance

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends when needed

Willingness to work various weather elements including cold, heat, wind, rain, etc

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree in Agronomy / Agribusiness or another related field

3+ years of successful sales experience

Previous industry experience

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serve as a positive representation of Heritage Cooperative’s Core Values

• Provide Superior Customer Service
• Highest Standards of Integrity and Trust
• Continuous Improvement
• Being a Good Partner

Achieve department goals for annual sale of each product

Attend all Heritage Cooperative agronomy meetings as directed by Regional Sales Director

Complete call reports and other documents by their appointed deadlines.

Deliver sales presentations directly to prospective customers

Execute the collection and input of “as applied” details into data platforms

Pro-actively review offerings with customers to maintain benefits

Promote profitability and sustainability benefits within product offerings

Responsible for developing a grower list that contains existing as well as potential customers

Responsible for the effective utilization of Heritage Cooperative resources designed to support and grow the agronomy business

Review customer request and find a best solution to provide a positive result

Abide by all safety regulations to ensure safety of oneself, coworkers and customers

Other duties as assigned

WHY HERITAGE?

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time

401k with Company Match after 6 months

Farm Bureau Membership

Profit Sharing

Questions? Contact recruiter@heritagecooperative.com

DISCLAIMER

The job description is not intended to cover or describe all tasks, duties and responsibilities the employee may be required to be asked to perform. Heritage Cooperative retains the right to change or add new tasks, duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice to the employee.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Evidence of work authorization upon employment is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Completion of USCIS form I-9 will be required in order to verify employment eligibility within 3 business days of the first day of employment.

AAP / EEO STATEMENT

Heritage Cooperative provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Heritage Cooperative complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Heritage Cooperative expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Heritage Cooperative’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including termination.