Innovative Ag Services
Agronomy Business Development Manager
Innovative Ag Services, Iowa, Louisiana, United States, 70647
Job Description
Innovative Ag Services Co. is hiring an Agronomy Business Development Manager for their Southeast Territory. This individual will oversee the sales force at the following locations: Andrew, Cascade, Central City, Farley and Monticello, Iowa.
Primary Objective Responsible for the development, coaching, accountability, and performance of all salespeople in the assigned market. Recruits and directs a sales team and provides leadership toward the achievement of maximum profitability and growth consistent with the company vision and mission. Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the marketing area and contributes to the team’s professional development, training, and educational needs. This position will ensure effective communication and teamwork with the operations team to maximize company efficiency and enhance the grower experience.
Areas of Accountability
Responsible for the coaching, mentoring, training, and professional development of assigned salespeople
Provides coaching, leadership, and accountability of economic thought processes throughout the team
Prepares team and individual action plans to prospect new business and grow current customer business consistent with department sales and marketing strategies
Assists in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed
Conducts and coordinates one-on-one reviews with all salespeople to enhance communication and understand training and professional development needs
Provides direction to improve an individual’s sales skills, sales activities, financial acumen, and performance
Provides timely feedback to senior management regarding individual and team performance
Communicates and manages accountability of pricing, profitability, and go-to-market strategies to salespeople
Maintains accurate records of individual sales activity reports
Assists salespeople in the preparation of proposals and presentations
Controls and monitors expenses to meet budget guidelines
Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics and assures that they are communicated and implemented within the sales team
Recruits salespeople based upon criteria agreed upon by senior management
Relationships and Roles
Ensures that all salespeople meet or exceed all activity standards for customer prospect calls, presentations, and proposals, and complete required reporting documentation
Works closely with the Vice President of Agronomy to implement company business strategies and action plans
Works closely with Operations Managers to facilitate and coordinate activities for efficient operations
Communicates regularly with location managers on teamwork with the salesperson, sales strategies, customer dynamics, efficiencies, and new account applications and accounts receivable management, and collection
Maintains regular contact with all salespeople and conducts regular coaching sessions
Demonstrates ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Undergraduate degree in business administration, business management, or another ag-related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales management
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite programs
Understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements
Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently. Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form
Ability to organize, deal with change positively and effectively, while working on multiple tasks concurrently. Proven leadership, coaching, and ability to drive sales teams, along with the area agronomy department
Physical Requirements / Environmental Adaptability
Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Business Development and Sales
Industry Retail
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Innovative Ag Services Co. is hiring an Agronomy Business Development Manager for their Southeast Territory. This individual will oversee the sales force at the following locations: Andrew, Cascade, Central City, Farley and Monticello, Iowa.
Primary Objective Responsible for the development, coaching, accountability, and performance of all salespeople in the assigned market. Recruits and directs a sales team and provides leadership toward the achievement of maximum profitability and growth consistent with the company vision and mission. Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the marketing area and contributes to the team’s professional development, training, and educational needs. This position will ensure effective communication and teamwork with the operations team to maximize company efficiency and enhance the grower experience.
Areas of Accountability
Responsible for the coaching, mentoring, training, and professional development of assigned salespeople
Provides coaching, leadership, and accountability of economic thought processes throughout the team
Prepares team and individual action plans to prospect new business and grow current customer business consistent with department sales and marketing strategies
Assists in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed
Conducts and coordinates one-on-one reviews with all salespeople to enhance communication and understand training and professional development needs
Provides direction to improve an individual’s sales skills, sales activities, financial acumen, and performance
Provides timely feedback to senior management regarding individual and team performance
Communicates and manages accountability of pricing, profitability, and go-to-market strategies to salespeople
Maintains accurate records of individual sales activity reports
Assists salespeople in the preparation of proposals and presentations
Controls and monitors expenses to meet budget guidelines
Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics and assures that they are communicated and implemented within the sales team
Recruits salespeople based upon criteria agreed upon by senior management
Relationships and Roles
Ensures that all salespeople meet or exceed all activity standards for customer prospect calls, presentations, and proposals, and complete required reporting documentation
Works closely with the Vice President of Agronomy to implement company business strategies and action plans
Works closely with Operations Managers to facilitate and coordinate activities for efficient operations
Communicates regularly with location managers on teamwork with the salesperson, sales strategies, customer dynamics, efficiencies, and new account applications and accounts receivable management, and collection
Maintains regular contact with all salespeople and conducts regular coaching sessions
Demonstrates ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Undergraduate degree in business administration, business management, or another ag-related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales management
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite programs
Understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements
Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments efficiently. Ability to communicate information or ideas effectively in written or oral form
Ability to organize, deal with change positively and effectively, while working on multiple tasks concurrently. Proven leadership, coaching, and ability to drive sales teams, along with the area agronomy department
Physical Requirements / Environmental Adaptability
Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or, on occasion, carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also, flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agricultural products.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Business Development and Sales
Industry Retail
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