AGRONOMY SALES SPECIALIST (75519)

Central Ohio Farmers Co-op Inc. is seeking an Agronomy Sales Specialist to become a member of our Monnett Team.

The Agronomy Sales Specialist will work with farmers to promote the cooperative programs related to marketing of product and services, and application in a way that will optimize cooperative market share and improve efficiency. The Agronomy Sales Specialist is responsible for proper recommendations and placement of chemicals and fertilizers, and the operations of their assigned computers and equipment. Seed sales will also be an integral part of the position.

The position will include field scouting, working with management to coordinate spread, spray and lime scheduling at the location.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Basic knowledge of all chemicals and their abilities of control.
• Responsible for fertilizer and chemical sales during the season including making accurate price and quantity quotes with correct terms.
• Responsible for the establishment and maintenance of customer relationships within an assigned territory.
• Available to assist other departments in their peak seasons.
• Responsible to do recommendations and computer work for fertilizer / chemical and seed.
• Make regular sales calls on customer promoting the products that the company sells.
• Work with management team to grow the business including seed.
• Acquire the proper licenses to perform the jobs necessary at the location.
• Perform other duties that may be directed by the supervisor.
• Compile lists of current and prospective customers for use as sales leads.
• Must know, understand and comply with all safety and government regulations.

Customer Service

Customers are the key to our success. All customers should always be greeted with a friendly attitude and as quickly as possible by every employee. Phone calls should be answered promptly and courteously. Employees should make every effort to fill a customer's needs while remembering that we must remain a profitable company.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one-year related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in an agriculture program and / or position.

Knowledge of agronomic practices and applications relative to seed, fertilizer, soils, and ag-chemicals.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and drive a company vehicle.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles.

Other Qualifications

Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record, including no DUI's or OVI's in the past five years.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, Veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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