Agronomy Sales Specialist

Overview

Generate sales and provide technical support for optimizing crop production on dairy operations. Sell and support all agronomic products offered by DFA Farm Supplies (DFA FS) through direct interactions with DFA Farmer Owners and DFA FS Sales Teams. Identify and develop trusted relationships with DFA Farmer Owners and industry partners in the agronomic arena.

Location
: this position is based remotely and requires frequent travel. Candidate should be based in a city/state with easy access to an airport. Preferred candidate will live in one of the following areas:
Detroit, Michigan, Columbus, Ohio, Cincinnati, Ohio, Cleveland, Ohio or surrounding areas.

• Coordinate with DFA FS Area Sales Managers and Sales Associates on technical agronomy sales visits with DFA Farmer Owners
• Develop consultative relationships with DFA Farmer Owners
• Document all interactions in Sales Force within 24 hours
• Consistently schedule visits with DFA Farmer Owner operations to build a working knowledge and expertise of agronomic conditions across the defined area of the U.S.
• Oversee all aspects of field trials with industry partners and provide analytical feedback for review
• Coordinate, attend, and present at industry trade shows, farm field days, DFA membership meetings, and other events as necessary
• Utilize DFS FS marketing resources for targeted outreach and own the process of follow up/follow through with prospects
• Advocate for DFA Farmer Owners’ needs and expectations through deep relationships with DFA teams of Sustainability, Farm Practices and others
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required