Agronomy Sales Associate - Land O'Lakes Inc.

As part of an ever-growing ag community, we are uniquely positioned to address the challenges and seize the opportunities of a growing global population. We are dedicated to finding the most talented people to support the businesses of our member owners, local ag retails and cooperatives across North America. We strive to match people that share our passion for agriculture with sustainable careers in the communities in which our member owners operate. There is no better time to be part of the growing, dynamic world of agriculture - let's help you find your fit.

Agronomy Sales Associate

Locations: St. Peter, Lafayette, Brownton, Winthrop, MN

One of Land O'Lakes Member Owner Ag Retail Cooperatives is looking for an Agronomy Sales Associate to join their Agronomy Team. This team member will learn tactics, policies, and procedures to increase volume sales and margin by actively supporting Account Managers selling products and services for the benefit of the cooperative and its member owners.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work directly with Account Managers to gain sales experience in Seed, Crop Protection Products, Crop Nutrition, and Agronomy Services.
• Gain knowledge to provide product and service recommendations to customers that results in improved growth and profitability for the cooperative (all with oversight from Account Managers)
• Accountable for assisting Account Managers in maintaining customer business relationships for cooperative Agronomy accounts the Account Manager is responsible for.
• Responsible for upholding and building the cooperative brand as it pertains to members, customers, peers, employees, and suppliers.

Position Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in agriculture related field preferred
• Prior agronomy internship or relevant agriculture experience preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive Wages, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, 401K Plan with 4% Employer Match, Flex Spending Accounts for Medical and Daycare, Profit Sharing, Uniform Program, Employee Discounts, Shop Tool Reimbursement Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Family Leave, Awards Recognition Program, Ongoing employee training paid by cooperative, Employee referral bonus and Scholarship program.

If you have questions about how to apply, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT.