Now Hiring - Application Sales Professional - Agronomy / Soil Science in Fairview, OK

Parallel Ag has an immediate opportunity available for an Application Sales Professional in West Texas. Reporting to our Fairview, OK location, this position will directly support the focus that Parallel Ag has for growing its market presence in application and expanding the sales team. The position will be working the Western Oklahoma sales territory.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Responsibilities and duties of the Applications Sales Professional will include the following.
Essential Functions:

• Develop a deep understanding of the Parallel Ag product portfolio for application farm equipment
• Gain agronomic knowledge to reference during the sales process
• Actively participate in sales training meetings to develop professionally and enrich sales team training discussions
• Build an extensive grower and ag-retailer sales prospect list
• Offer high-level service to existing customers
• Craft sales messages targeted to customers
• Call on customers to understand their needs, and effectively present opportunities for Parallel Ag products to address those needs
• Dependably close sales of Parallel Ag products
• Manage logistics of fulfilling sales orders
• Other assignments as assigned

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years working in a customer-facing role in the Ag Industry
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Solid record in building positive customer relationships
• Adept at identifying sales opportunities and strategies to pursue them
• Driven to work independently
• Evidence of personal and professional growth being a priority
• Motivated and enthusiastic attitude
• Ability to solve problems quickly and creatively
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new people and environments
• Microsoft Office software (Word, Power Point, Excel) proficiency
• Clean driving record and valid drivers license.

Preferred:

• An Associates or Bachelors Degree in Agricultural Science or Agricultural Business
• Agriculture industry experience, particularly Applications equipment, parts, service or operations; Experience with closing sales a plus
• Understanding of the agricultural chemical retail distribution business
• Knowledge of key pest management, agronomic, and cultural practices for crops
• Strong organization skills to maximize communications with vendors, distributors and growers
• Discipline to maintain records and sales activity reporting
• Desire to work as an integral, dependable member of a closely knit team
• The ability to travel overnight up to 60% as needed during meeting and product use season
• Ability and willingness to reside within the assigned territory

Commitments:

• Service Oriented Our success revolves around customer service; we value service always as a priority.
• Honesty & Integrity We value honesty and integrity in every interaction whether it is with a customer or a coworker, no matter what.
• Committed & Passionate We are committed to our customers and the job they have to do. We are passionate in helping our customers achieve their goals
• Communication We strive to communicate to the best of our ability with customers, co-workers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders.
• Family We believe in family values including hard work, family time, and education. We treat everyone as if they are family.
• Pride and Confidence We are proud and confident in what we do and who we do it for.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Parallel Ag offers a generous compensation package with a superior hourly wage
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Vacation and sick time off
• Advanced training programs
• Day shift, with a safe work environment
• Parallel Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Compensation and Benefits:

• Parallel Ag offers a generous compensation package with uncapped commission
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Vacation and sick time off
• Advanced training programs
• Day shift, with a safe work environment
• Parallel Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fairview, OK