Inside Sales Representative - Agriculture
Iowa Staffing, Postville, Iowa, United States, 52162
Ag Inside Sales Representative
Ziegler Ag Equipment has an opening for a customer-focused ambitious professional to join our Ag Sales Team. The Ag Inside Sales Representative is responsible for developing relationships with farmers in the area, facilitating lead generation over the phone and assisting with walk-in clients to ensure they receive prompt service and follow up. This person represents all of Ziegler Ag Equipment's new product lines including, but not limited to, AGCO, Fendt, Massey, Geringhoff, CAT, as well as Ziegler's used inventory. This position offers base pay with bonus and commission potential. The Ag Inside Sales Representative is an excellent opportunity to grow your sales career to outside sales with Ziegler. Responsibilities: Ensures all customers have a positive first interaction with Ziegler and are left with favorable impressions of our Company. Develops good rapport with customers, maintaining a good balance of personal and business relationships Promptly follows up on all customer leads, requests, and other inquiries Meets with customers at the branch to conduct machine presentations and demonstrations Respond to needs of walk-in customers by making time to understand their expectations Prospects and reaches out to "new" customers on a regular basis Uses sales CRM system to document all customer interactions and sales activities Creates and presents quotes and product materials based on customer's needs and wants Promotes all current parts and service offerings to walk in traffic as well as promote to assigned customers Works in a cooperative manner with management and other employees on an inter- and intra-departmental basis encouraging team selling Collaborates with Account Managers and Sales Support Representatives to schedule and conduct customer site demos, inspections and any other necessary field sales functions Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in business or agriculture-related field highly preferred Strong agricultural background Sales experience selling ag equipment or working with related equipment a plus Strong mechanical aptitude Excellent communication skills
written, electronic, and verbal Effective computer skills including Word, Excel, CRM Strong work ethic and acts with a sense of urgency Willingness and ability to drive equipment for demonstration purposes after training Personal characteristics: Self-Motivated, Customer Focus, Learning Orientation, Consideration for others / Empathy, Self-Confidence, Teamwork Must have and maintain a clean driving record Travel: Up to 15% within Ziegler territory, via car Minimum Physical Qualifications: Position will include standing, sitting, walking, use of hands, talking, and hearing Working conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be moderate at times This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals. SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today! The total compensation (base plus incentive) for this position is $74,200.00 to $111,300.00 Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, and education. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1 9 paid holidays 401(k) plan with company contribution and match HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave Fitness membership discount Education Assistance Advancement opportunities Safe, clean, and friendly work environment Military Friendly Ziegler employs a wide variety of former U.S. Armed Services personnel. We actively hire those with prior military experience and accommodate the needs of Reserve and National Guard members. Build Your Career at Ziegler Ziegler sells and services CAT construction and mining equipment, generators and industrial engines in Minnesota and Iowa, as well as AGCO agricultural equipment across Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri. Ziegler has a team focus, a first-class reputation for service, and a healthy work-life balance. We train our employees to do things the Ziegler Way
the right way and then we take it one step further. If you're a talented, hard-working and down-to-earth person, you'll fit in perfectly here.
Ziegler Ag Equipment has an opening for a customer-focused ambitious professional to join our Ag Sales Team. The Ag Inside Sales Representative is responsible for developing relationships with farmers in the area, facilitating lead generation over the phone and assisting with walk-in clients to ensure they receive prompt service and follow up. This person represents all of Ziegler Ag Equipment's new product lines including, but not limited to, AGCO, Fendt, Massey, Geringhoff, CAT, as well as Ziegler's used inventory. This position offers base pay with bonus and commission potential. The Ag Inside Sales Representative is an excellent opportunity to grow your sales career to outside sales with Ziegler. Responsibilities: Ensures all customers have a positive first interaction with Ziegler and are left with favorable impressions of our Company. Develops good rapport with customers, maintaining a good balance of personal and business relationships Promptly follows up on all customer leads, requests, and other inquiries Meets with customers at the branch to conduct machine presentations and demonstrations Respond to needs of walk-in customers by making time to understand their expectations Prospects and reaches out to "new" customers on a regular basis Uses sales CRM system to document all customer interactions and sales activities Creates and presents quotes and product materials based on customer's needs and wants Promotes all current parts and service offerings to walk in traffic as well as promote to assigned customers Works in a cooperative manner with management and other employees on an inter- and intra-departmental basis encouraging team selling Collaborates with Account Managers and Sales Support Representatives to schedule and conduct customer site demos, inspections and any other necessary field sales functions Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in business or agriculture-related field highly preferred Strong agricultural background Sales experience selling ag equipment or working with related equipment a plus Strong mechanical aptitude Excellent communication skills
written, electronic, and verbal Effective computer skills including Word, Excel, CRM Strong work ethic and acts with a sense of urgency Willingness and ability to drive equipment for demonstration purposes after training Personal characteristics: Self-Motivated, Customer Focus, Learning Orientation, Consideration for others / Empathy, Self-Confidence, Teamwork Must have and maintain a clean driving record Travel: Up to 15% within Ziegler territory, via car Minimum Physical Qualifications: Position will include standing, sitting, walking, use of hands, talking, and hearing Working conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be moderate at times This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals. SEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER Founded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today! The total compensation (base plus incentive) for this position is $74,200.00 to $111,300.00 Starting wage is dependent on skills, experience, and education. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1 9 paid holidays 401(k) plan with company contribution and match HSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA & EAP Paid Parental Leave & Funeral Leave Fitness membership discount Education Assistance Advancement opportunities Safe, clean, and friendly work environment Military Friendly Ziegler employs a wide variety of former U.S. Armed Services personnel. We actively hire those with prior military experience and accommodate the needs of Reserve and National Guard members. Build Your Career at Ziegler Ziegler sells and services CAT construction and mining equipment, generators and industrial engines in Minnesota and Iowa, as well as AGCO agricultural equipment across Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri. Ziegler has a team focus, a first-class reputation for service, and a healthy work-life balance. We train our employees to do things the Ziegler Way
the right way and then we take it one step further. If you're a talented, hard-working and down-to-earth person, you'll fit in perfectly here.