Crop Associate - Ag-Land FS, Inc. - Mt. Pulaski, IL

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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Trains and works alongside the Crop Specialist and Location Manager to generate profitable sales through marketing, competitive analysis, providing value-added agronomic products, services, and recommendations.

WHY WORK WITH US?

• Outstanding Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan: Fully funded, plus a 401(k)
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance into leadership, operations, sales, and other roles
• Meaningful Work: Support your local ag community and help farmers thrive
• Supportive Environment: Your hard work is recognized, your goals matter, and your name is known

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists in developing marketing plans and trains on professional sales techniques, including the FS sales interview road map, cropping programs, emphasis of appropriate features and benefits, and contact management system when calling on patrons and prospects.

Assists in sales interviews, identifies customer needs, and offers value-added agronomic products, services, and recommendations to patrons and prospects. Assists with regular patron meetings on product and technical information.

Provides customer service by scheduling product deliveries and application, soil testing, crop scouting and other programs. Follows up on all customer complaints and seeks a reasonable "win/win" resolution.

Assists with all day-to-day operations during the peak crop input application seasons.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Ensures field signs are displayed on all customers' fields to promote FS products

Responsible for completing and updating profile information sheets on all targeted prospects.

Assists with processing invoicing for all incoming and outgoing products and services.

Organizes and communicates with the customer base on storage and delivery of corn, soybean, and wheat seed.

Develops technical and sales skills in accordance with certification standards.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires an Associate's Degree in agriculture, marketing or business related discipline or the equivalent thereof, and 1 - 2 years or more of business related work experience and/or training or equivalent to demonstrate the ability to generate sales in an assigned territory.

Demonstrated essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate driver's license and satisfactory driving record for the type of vehicle that will be required to operate in order to perform all the duties assigned prior to employment.

Daily independent travel within the trade area with occasional over-night stays.

Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight.

Ability to work extended hours as business conditions warrant

Normally requires the ability to obtain the Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) and Commercial Applicator certifications to demonstrate agronomy expertise and experience.

Occasionally exposed or required to:

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Lift 51-75 lbs.

BENEFITS/COMPENSATION

• Salary: $50,000 - $60,000
• May be eligible for location and/or company bonuses

Ag-Land FS, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• A defined benefit pension plan (fully funded)
• A 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Health and wellness programs

To learn more about open positions with Ag-Land FS, Inc., or our amazing benefits package, contact Ag-Land FS, Inc. Human Resources atchruska@aglandfs.com!

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.