Description

Position Objective: Regional Sales Agronomist will add value through expertise and service to our patrons, enhancing the bottom line of the CFS Agronomy division.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Complete sales calls to maintain current business and expand CFS footprint
Pre call planning
Service
Follow up
Collaborative on-farm approach
Proficient in Central Advantage
Use our internal ag technology platform to make data-based recommendations for our patrons
Become an expert in Central Advantage philosophies and management recommendations
Develop and maintain agronomy expertise
Attend regular internal and external agronomy and sales trainings
Seek individual learning and development opportunities
Complete agronomy talent development program upon start
Know and follow CFS agronomy SOPs, BMPs, Credit Policy and other initiatives
Continually seek and pursue growth of all agronomy products and services
Build and maintain relationships with growers through service and expertise
Know and follow all company safety policies/procedure. Perform work in a safe manner while observing all traffic laws and all OSHA state and federal safety regulations
Represent yourself and CFS professionally at all times in action and appearance
Make decisions and follow instructions with little or no supervision
Perform other duties as requested by supervisor or management, could include agronomy operations

Requirements

Desired skills and competencies:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Collaborative approach to grower service
Works well in a change environment
Positive attitude
Service mindset

Licensing, Certification and Qualification:

Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with haz-mat endorsement, or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment

Working Environment: 75% of time spent customers facing, 25% preparation and continuing education. Customer facing time will vary between office, field and remote locations.

Physical Demands: Able to get in and out of farm equipment, lift 50 lbs.

CFS Offers an excellent benefit package:

Health- with company HSA contribution , Dental and Vision insurance
Life Insurance - $50,000 company paid
Short-term and Long-term Disability – company paid
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid Holidays
Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (Pension)
Matching 401(k) Plan
Clothing and Boot program

CFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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