Area Manager/Crop Specialist

Amanda at Sedona Ag is a complete joy to work with. If you are looking for a great jobs as a District Sales Manager, she will be great for you to go through as a recruiter!

Position Title/Summary	Area Manager / Crop Specialist
Recruiter's Name *	Amanda Brechler
Email *	amanda@careerpros.com
Industry *	Agriculture
Company *	Sedona AG Services
Career Website	http://www.careerpros.com
Sedona AG in partnering with a local Co-op, has an excellent Location Manager / Agronomy Sales opportunity to market agricultural technology products including traited corn seed, fertilizer, chemicals, plus other products to producers and growers. This opportunity would be excellent for experienced or e sales professional. The ideal candidate will supervise three staff at the location; order, receive, and store all products; maintain proper inventory levels; manage the mixing and delivery of products; and maintain accuracy, timeliness, and excellent customer services. The ideal candidate must possess excellent people skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Area Manager: 1. Assist the Operations Manager in the development of annual budgets and capital expenditures. 2. Responsible for the repair and maintenance of all equipment and facilities. 3. Responsible for the completion of daily reports and the daily banking of all company funds. 4. Responsible for administrating inventory control and keeping inventory in proper condition. 5. Follow the company's pricing policies on all merchandise and services. 6. Responsible for supervising all assigned employees. 7. Keep up to date on all product knowledge and make proper recommendations to patrons and prospects. 8. Responsible for the adherence of the company credit and collect for sales of all assigned products. 9. Responsible to see that all new patrons and prospects receive a company credit application. 10. Know the basics of the Agri-Finance program and explain the program to patrons and prospects who could benefit from this program. 11. Responsible for conducting periodic training and communication meetings with employees. 12. Responsible for meeting all company, local, state and federal safety, environmental and regulatory requirements. 13. Assume all other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager. Crop Specialist 14. Sell the items herein listed: Crop Production Inputs 15. Sales Territory: As assigned 16. Working with your Sales Manager, organize and work your territory according to the time and management concept. Prepare and maintain Prospect lists and contact prospective users (farmers, landlords) or the items listed above. Reports as directed; patrons contacted, sales results and other pertinent facts. Uses the telephone to sell patrons and prospects and to set up appointments in order to make the best use of his/her time and minimize selling expenses. Becomes thoroughly acquainted with and uses in daily selling the accepted practices and techniques of salesmanship as taught by the COMPANY. Understands and uses a computer as a selling tool. 17. Subscribe to and support the company's credit policy, established by the Board of Directors. Check credit rating of prospects with the Credit Department before conducting sales interviews. Explain member company credit policy to all new customers when they initially buy. Collect accounts according to Member Company credit policy. 18.Become thoroughly acquainted with the products assigned and keep informed on new product information. Keep price pages and product pages current at all times. 19. Attend training schools, sales and product meetings as directed; company, regional, state (GROWMARK, Inc.). Attend overnight meetings as directed. 20. Report all complaints promptly and follow up to insure satisfactory settlement. 21. Exercise good judgment in driving habits and assure compliance with maintenance and cleanliness of vehicle. 22. Project good company image by being neat and clean, by wearing FS prescribed uniform and maintain good mental attitude at all times. 23. Promote safety and maintain maximum safety standards at all times. 24. Assume all other duties as assigned by the Sales Manager. 25. Attain and maintain CCS and CCA status. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises employees in the Crops, Seed, Feed and Energy Departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities, vehicle, and full benefits package are offered. We currently have a Location Manager / Agronomy Sales position available in the Marathon and Wood County. Individual must also be able to work irregular hours as needed. Seasonal overtime is expected. Salary: $45,000 - $60,000 If you are interested in joining a growing, fast pace, professional sales organization please email (preferred), fax or send resume to: SEDONA AG ATTN: Amanda 3392 HILLCREST ROAD DUBUQUE, IA 52002 Fax: 563-556-304
Apply To:	Amanda Brechler
Application Deadline	February 27, 2009