Outside Feed And Animal Products Sales

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.

Outside Feed and Animal Products Sales

A Land O'Lakes member-owner cooperative is adding an Outside Feed and Animal Products Salesperson .

The Outside Feed & Animal Products Sales Team Member is responsible for assisting stores, facilities, managers and Cooperative management with the overall sales and profitability of feed and animal product sales. Also, assist with promotion of other areas of the Cooperative including agronomy and petroleum products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties as assigned.

• Make regular farm sales calls to patrons and promote Farmers Coop products and services;
• Responsibly for providing weekly report of activities to Coop Management.
• Regular and sustained attendance.
• Must possess knowledge and experience in the area of products marketed and sold by the Coop and take training classes that will enhance skills.
• Will work in other areas of operations as required.
• Maintains and promotes safety awareness; follows safety policies, procedures and reporting requirements
• Assist Coop Management in promoting the value of the Cooperative by maintaining a favorable image within the community.
• Assist with inventory of products to ensure appropriate product are in stock for the level of anticipated business and that the quality and pricing of the inventory is appropriate to allow the company to meet its’ desired margins.
• Must operate forklift and other heavy equipment with proper training.
• Work with retail sales representative in meeting patrons’ needs.
• Work with management in forming marketing strategies, pricing of products and programs for patrons.
• Employee is required to perform all other duties as assigned by the Complex Manager and Coop Management
• Assist the Store Managers with the overall feed and livestock sales and operations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural or Ag related field from a four-year university desirable. Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required

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