Our “DSM” role has grown from 4 to 19 selling team members since 2011, spanning from Ohio to Nebraska, with the highest concentration in Illinois. There are several geographies where we are looking to expand and fill our footprint with quality individuals. The ideal candidate would have seed sales experience, be able to grow and manage a dealer network as well as sell direct to growers.
ProHarvest is actively seeking full-time sales representatives for our growing organizations. Ideal candidates are knowledgeable in seed and agronomy, hard-working, and respected in their community. ProHarvest sells a full portfolio of seed through a combination of directly to growers and to dealers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Service growers and dealers in service area
- Take charge and responsibility for a designated sales territory
- Manage and service ProHarvest Dealers and Growers in territory
- Prospect and establish new Dealers and Growers to expand market share
- Make appropriate product recommendations
- Assist growers through troubleshooting issues
- Identify key prospects
- Create and follow business plans for growth
- Complete a 3 year business plan and set goals for growth of the territory.
- Manage seed deliveries, returns and accounts receivable.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Strong work ethic and self-starter
- Honest and highly motived
- Follows up on messages and commitments
- Ability to manage objections
- Organized, detail oriented
- Ag experience required
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Business preferred
