Sales Agronomist - Fairfield, WA

Role Overview:

The Sales Agronomist I will be responsible for managing existing and attracting new customers within the sales territory, assisting customers with proper product selection and use based on agronomic needs, and maintaining and developing profitable customer relationships.

A Sample of What You'll Do in this Role:

• Manage existing and attract new customers within sales territory.

• Assist customers with proper product selection and use based on agronomic needs.

• Maintain and develop profitable customer relationships.

• Identify new key customers, understand their business, determine their needs, and work with team to develop plans and actions for sales territory growth.

• Collaborate with team regarding sales territory budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.

• Follow credit policies and manage risk for the company.

• Work with manager to develop annual business plan that optimizes growth and profitability for the territory.

• Implement marketing and sales plans; meet sales goals; and network with industry representatives to expand sales opportunities.

• Become the primary customer contact regarding deliveries, forecasting, credit, complaint handling, and custom applications.

What You Bring to the Role:

• 1+ year of experience

• Ability to work independently with manager's supervision

• Willingness to travel throughout territory and to periodic sales meetings

• Knowledge of herbicides and fertilizers (dry and liquid)

• Proficient with computers utilizing Microsoft Office and Windows applications

• Agronomy/Agribusiness degree is preferred

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You have solid interpersonal and teamwork skills with a positive attitude

• You demonstrate excellent English written and oral communication skills

• You have a detail and accuracy orientation with an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

• You're physically able to endure outdoor climates including hot or cold weather extremes

Compensation and Benefits:

• In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $51,500 - $68,710. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

• This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://mywebenefits.com/