Are you passionate about agriculture and looking to grow your career with a leading agricultural solutions provider? Evergreen FS is seeking talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of farmers and communities we serve. If you're dedicated, innovative, and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!
Salary: $19-$26.50/hour
Responsibilities:
- Training and learning all aspects of the agronomy department, including both sales and operational responsibilities
- Develops territory and competitive analysis to gain knowledge of the marketplace and the competition
- Responsible for meeting goals as established by supervisor
- Learn to create and recommend specific agronomy programs to targeted accounts with the goal of increasing agronomy business
- Learn to utilize seed, precision farming technology, finance, and other marketing tools to grow market share
- Work with Crop Specialist on implementing, organizing, and completing agronomy projects such as Hybrid/Variety Side-by-sides, MiFIELD Trials, etc.
- Learn how to develop target marketing plans and train on professional sales techniques, including FS Sales road map, cropping programs, emphasizing appropriate features and benefits, and contact management system when calling on patrons and prospects
- Assist with regular patron meetings on product and technical information to develop customer relationships and drive sales
- Learn to operate application equipment, drive tendering equipment, fill anhydrous ammonia tanks, and mix crop protection products
- Work with precision farming and familiarize with department programs and procedures
- Provide customer service by scheduling product deliveries and applications, soil testing, crop scouting, and other programs
- Attend meetings and training sessions as requested by the company
Qualifications:
- Minimum of an Associate's Degree in agriculture, marketing, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience, along with 1-2 years of business-related work or training to demonstrate sales ability in an assigned territory
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
- Ability to travel daily within the trade area, with occasional overnight stays
- Willingness to work extended hours as needed
- Willing to obtain a CDL license within the first year of employment
- Ability to obtain Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) and Commercial Applicator certifications
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, noisy environments, and lift 51-75 lbs
Evergreen FS is a trusted provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions servicing DeWitt, Livingston, Macon, McLean, and Woodford Counties in Illinois. We are committed to excellence and sustainability, helping farmers maximize productivity while preserving the environment for future generations.
We support the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental plans, generous PTO, paid holidays, a 401(k) with company matching, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Benefits may vary by position.
Actual compensation is based on experience, location, and other factors, and may include bonuses, incentives, and commissions. Employment is contingent upon background checks, drug tests, motor vehicle reports, and references, as applicable. We are an equal opportunity employer.
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