Agricultural Specialist

2 months ago


Boise, Idaho, United States J.R. Simplot Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Crop Advisor to join our team at J.R. Simplot Company. As a Crop Advisor, you will play a critical role in providing customer service to growers through the sale of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty, technology, and other agronomic products and consultative services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Promote and live the Simplot brand as the best-in-class Agricultural distributor.
  • Grow new business and manage a customer base within a defined area to meet and exceed area sales and profitability goals and gross margin targets.
  • Seek out product and service opportunities for current customers that enhance both Simplot and the customer's bottom line.
  • Market products to growers by initiating sales calls, providing advice and consultative services, and monitoring individualized agronomic programs in respect to use of crop protection, crop nutrition, seed, specialty, technology, and other related areas.
  • Collaborate with other Crop Advisors, as directed by Region Managers and/or Market Managers, to increase knowledge, develop sales, marketing, manage customer relationships, and increase profits in the Sales Area.
  • Regularly interface with the Region Manager and Market Manager to execute market strategies, report sales trends and competitor activities, as well as opportunities and challenges in the geography.
  • Ensure adequate follow-through in regards to operational aspects of the business such as delivery, application, and billing are handled appropriately.
  • Regularly and reliably communicate with operations to ensure strong performance in delivery and service outcomes.
  • Maintain customer agronomic records, assist in establishing customer financial records, and collaborate with the Area Financial Services Manager in the establishment of credit and resolution of credit matters.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a 4-year college or university is preferred (equivalent experience of education and experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements of the role).
  • Established book-of-business is highly desired.
  • Minimum of 3 years of similar experience in the industry is required.
  • Required computer skills include knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated focus on meeting customer expectations and working to deliver excellent customer service.
  • Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with management, other team members, and customers.
  • Must be self-driven, self-motivated, and customer service-oriented, while being an effective team player.
  • CCA and PCA are preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.



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