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Now Hiring - Outside Sales Representative - Colbert Farmers Cooperative in Muscle Shoals, AL

Outside Sales Representative - Colbert Farmers Cooperative in Muscle Shoals, AL

Colbert Farmers Cooperative
Base Salary Yes (amount not posted)
Total Comp: NA
Qualifications Years In Sales
Industry: Professional Services
Benefits: yes
Customer Size: all
Car Allowance: no
Sales Cycle: Short
Travel: none
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Location: Muscle Shoals, AL
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SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

Responsible for representing the co-op to the customers in the field. Builds relationships in order to determine customer’s needs and make recommendations on co-op products and services to meet those needs. Also, provides services at the store as needed. Calls on customers, makes farm visits, sells products and services, makes recommendations for chemicals, fertilizer, feed, seed, etc. Secures financing from every customer for products/services purchased.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Advises customers on all aspects of their farming needs
  • Takes soil samples and reviews the analysis in order to make product recommendations
  • Sells products and services to and secures financing from every customer
  • Develops customer sales programs for the store
  • Communicates with management on market conditions
  • Increase market share with increased sales and customer count
  • Makes deliveries for the store
  • Works at the store when needed
  • Maintain a safe and clean work environment
  • Prompt and regular attendance is essential
  • Some overtime may be required.

QUALFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

1. 4-year degree recommended, experience in agriculture sales would be considered

2. 3-5 years’ experience in a related field

Certificates and/or License

Valid driver’s license is required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers
  • Ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents and practices and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems
  • Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Knowledgeable of the operation and products.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and objectives
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Dress and composure related to agriculture environment
  • Be an example for others
  • Be accountable and hold others accountable
  • Be timely and reliable
  • Actively involved in agricultural related community events is a plus (i.e. Cattlemen’s Association, Farm City Banquet and 4-H Program, etc.)

Work Environment:

The job is performed both indoors, outdoors and in the field. Some activities may include extended periods of driving, standing, sitting and/or extensive work at a computer monitor.

Work environment also includes but is not limited to exposure to weather, extreme cold/heat, noise, dust, vibration, proximity to moving mechanical parts and to electrical sources. Required PPE includes foot protection, eye protection, head protection, safety vest or highly reflective clothing, and hearing protection (only in areas where required).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Walking, standing, sitting, hearing, seeing (up close and far away), depth perception, talking, hand, finger and arm movement, repetitive motions, regularly lift 50 pounds, occasionally lift up to 70 pounds, pulling, pushing, kneeling, grasping, reaching, climbing, crawling, stooping and crouching.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Muscle Shoals, AL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Colbert Farmers Cooperative is currently hiring for 1 sales position
Colbert Farmers Cooperative has openings in: AL
The average salary at Colbert Farmers Cooperative is:

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Colbert Farmers Cooperative is currently hiring for 1 sales position
Colbert Farmers Cooperative has openings in: AL
The average salary at Colbert Farmers Cooperative is:

1 Yes (amount not posted)