Agronomy Sales Consultant - $250 Referral Bonus

This is a great position anyway - and people in this area are in high need. So, are you Motivated to earn extra cash? If you refer the successful candidate to this position, you will earn $250 - cash!

Agronomy Sales Consultant (Eastern IL) $35-$70K DOE

We are seeking driven individuals who posses an agriculture background and want the opportunity to get out in the country, build relationships with growers and sell, sell, sell!

If you have a BS in an Ag field or have experience in sales, this may be your opportunity to join at Top Retail organization as an Agronomy Sales Consultant in Eastern IL. Knowledge of Corn, Wheat and Soybean inputs will be a huge benefit, but we are looking for people who can sell value. Experienced individuals or those that show desire, drive and ambition will be considered. Compensation will be based on experience and you will be provided with a very competitive salary and performance bonus.

Successful Candidates will need to posses good communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work in a team environment. You must express a positive attitude, drive, ambition and desire to do things in a professional manner. This company is a respected organization and for this position, they want someone who can sell the value of their products and services.

We have several of these positions open in Eastern IL, so send in your information and we work to find one in your preferred area.

How to earn the referral bonus: Send this job listing to anyone you know that might be interested in the position. Be sure to tell them that when they apply they should indicate you as a referral. You are welcome to email me to let me know who you told about the position as well. If you are noted as the referring party, I'll contact you to make sure you get paid for networking! Simply simple.

Apply to: Mark Jewell

mark@agjobnetwork.com

Ag Retail Apprentice/Applicator - $250 Referral Bonus

Motivated to earn extra cash? If you refer the successful candidate to this position, you will earn $250 - cash!

Ag Retail Apprentice/Applicator (Eastern IL) $35-$45K

Entry level opportunity now available for an apprentice/applicator at an Ag Retailer in Eastern Illinois. This position will work closely with the manager at this location, get to know the customer base and be trained on chemical and fertilizer application and equipment. This position will be trained in both fertilizer and chemical application, build relationships with the customers, promote the business, learn the precision ag program and other parts of the business that are instrumental to daily business.

This is a great opportunity for a recent college or high school grad who is looking to get their foot in the door and work their way up in an organization. For someone who is an established applicator, this could provide a bump in pay because they are willing to pay for experience and will train those who want to learn and grow with the organization.

If you are looking to get established in the ag industry and work for a respected place of business with a good base pay and benefits, this is the opportunity for you. To learn more and to be considered for this opportunity, send in your resume today to Ag 1 Source, we have a couple of these opportunities in Eastern IL.

How to earn the referral bonus:
Send this job listing to anyone you know that might be interested in the position. Be sure to tell them that when they apply they should indicate you as a referral. You are welcome to email me to let me know who you told about the position as well. If you are noted as the referring party, I'll contact you to make sure you get paid for networking! Simply simple.

Apply to: Mark Jewell
mark@agjobnetwork.com

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

District Sales Manager - Illinois

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!

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!

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Position Title/Summary	District Sales Manager
Recruiter's Name *	Amanda Brechler
Email *	amanda@careerpros.com
Industry *	Agriculture
Company *	Sedona Ag Services
Where to call you.	(563) 556-3040
Career Website	http://www.careerpros.com
Sedona AG, a contract sales organization, has an excellent opportunity to market traited corn seed to producers and growers. This is a great opportunity for a motivated new comer or experienced Salesperson/Manager to help develop a territory further and maintain good relationships with present customers. Candidates must be enthusiastic, reliable, self-motivated, and passionate about the benefits these products offer. This position involves generating company seed sales by providing service to existing customers and prospecting for new growers to achieve annual sales goals in accordance with established procedures and policies. Some professional sales experience and a BS / BA is preferred. Experience in the crop production industries is preferred. Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities, vehicle, and full benefits package are offered. We currently have a territory available in Northeastern Illinois with key market concentration in the following counties: Ford, Livingston, Iroquois, and Kankakee. This is a prime territory that lends itself to potential high sales volume. Solid seed brand recognition in territory. 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 Phone: 563-556-3040 Fax: 563-556-3041
Apply To:	Amanda Brechler
Application Deadline	February 20, 2009

District Sales Manager - Illinois

District Sales Manager  Sedona AG, a contract sales organization, has an excellent opportunity to market traited corn seed to producers and growers. This is a great opportunity for a motivated new comer or experienced Salesperson/Manager to help develop a territory further and maintain good relationships with present customers. Candidates must be enthusiastic, reliable, self-motivated, and passionate about the benefits these products offer. This position involves generating company seed sales by providing service to existing customers and prospecting for new growers to achieve annual sales goals in accordance with established procedures and policies. At least two years of professional sales experience and a BS or BA is preferred. Experience in the crop production industries is preferred. Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities, vehicle, and full benefits package are offered.  We currently have a territory available in Northeastern Illinois with key market concentration in the following counties: Ford, Livingston, Iroquois, and Kankakee. This is a prime territory that lends itself to potential high sales volume. Solid seed brand recognition in territory.  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: 563-556-3041 E-mail: by clicking on "APPLY TO THIS POSITION" EOE

 

Customer Care Representative - Illinois

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 

billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Customer Care Representative – Lisle, IL - 922

Role Purpose – 

To provide excellent customer service and support to the brokerage team, and to sales representatives and vendors that handle brokerage products in the Flowers industry.

Accountabilities – 

Responsible for providing customer service to Syngenta Sales reps as they require entry of orders, and also work with vendors to determine product availability. Review quotes and process orders. • Manage individual time to effectively handle and prioritize multiple inbound and outbound calls, solve customer issues, and complete daily activities. • Manage orders from start to finish including editing orders, order entry, sourcing product, verifying acknowledgements, vendor confirmation, status checks, and order changes. • Process order acknowledgments. • Follow all SAP and Customer Care procedures as outlined by Team Leads and Customer Care Manager (CCM). • Provide accurate and complete documentation on all issues so anyone can fill in if necessary. • Provide recommendations for problem resolution. • Strive for the highest internal and external customer satisfaction at all times. • Communicate issues to Lead CCR and/or CCM as needed. • Participate in special projects as required by Lead CCR or CCM. • Provide back up for product group members on a regular basis, provide back up in other areas as requested. • Willingly work additional hours occasionally during the busy season, or complete tasks outside of the job description as the yearly business cycle dictates

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Excellent product knowledge • Works well with Lead CCR in determining training issues and creating efficiencies • Mentor to less experienced CCR's • Strong interpersonal skills and a "team player" attitude with demonstrated Customer Care skills • Demonstrated computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook, knowledge of SAP or other comparable database would be beneficial) • Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multi-task and problem solve. • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Self starter with excellent time management skills • Minimum 2 years Customer Care experience

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

P & PD Systems Integration Analyst - Three possible locations!

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

R & PD Systems Integration Analyst – Slater, IA, Stanton, MN or Clinton, IL

Role Purpose – 

To enable tactical integration and implementation of trace and track solutions developed through the Discovery project and other initiatives. This goal will require knowledge of technologies that include, but are not limited to, linear and 2-D bar-coding, RFID tagging, PLC control systems, and associated printing and scanning technologies. This information will be necessary to successfully integrate and utilize current field collected data such as GPS coordinates, plot information, related phenotyping data and seed lab collected data. This role will also provide the support, training, and troubleshooting of the implemented technology solutions. This role is necessary for the harmonization of processes utilized by Corn and Soy Product Development personnel.

Accountabilities – 

Developing and implementing data acquisition equipment and information technology solutions utilized by Syngenta Corn and Soy Product Development field and seed lab personnel. • Supporting IT and business initiatives in an effort to standardize technologies and processes across sites and functions while developing and implementing new systems. • Ensuring solutions meet trace and track requirements, provide increased efficiency, increased accuracy of data collection and management, and reduce workload. • Providing specific site needs analysis, technical knowledge and support for multiple projects including; troubleshooting software and hardware problems, coordinating testing, providing end-user training, and documentation of process solutions. • Collaborate with clients and Data Managers to identify training and support needs for specified applications and data collection tools, then develop, document and deliver SOPs. • Performing all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety related company policies and practices, including completing all required Company training courses and attending local safety meetings.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

B.S. degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, engineering or similar educational experience. • A working knowledge of various IT hardware including their troubleshooting and repair. • Knowledge of recent advances in automation and IT, familiar with information management systems such as databases, networking, bar-coding, computer hardware, and software reporting tools.

Critical experience:

Three to five years experience in information technology or engineering field. • Experience with integrating and implementing automation and controller software solutions. Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities • Managing Work • Building Strategic Working Relationships • Quality Orientation • Problem solving abilities

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities:

Self motivated and ability to work well with multiple clients in a cross-functional team environment to solve field and laboratory technical support problems • Hardware and software support, bar-coding and data management • Ability and motivation to learn new technologies and acquire technical skills for a continuously and rapidly changing information systems area • Leadership and consensus building • Ability to develop, manage and refine protocols • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE