Hopkinton, IA, US
21 hours ago
Seed Sales Representative

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.    

 

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.  

 

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.  

 

What you will do: 

 

Connect directly with growers to develop and grow the sales of the strategic Nutrien seed partners (Bayer, Dyna-Gro, Brevant, NK) in the assigned sales territory 

Responsible for the maintenance and growth of seed sales in the assigned territory 

Collaborate with Division Leadership to develop and execute business plan to achieve profitable market share seed growth which includes a grower-by-grower sales plans across territory 

Communicate with Nutrien retail stores within territory to ensure alignment, collaboration and maximized seed sales 

Work with farmers daily as a trusted advisor with digital agronomy and Seed Advisor tools while providing a high level of customer service and professionalism 

Build brand awareness and deep product confidence across territory, while utilizing Supplier brands to place the best, un bias portfolio on each farmer's field 

Achieve and exceed defined sales targets across territory 

Partner with brand management team to ensure alignment on product positioning and plot strategy across sales territory 

Attend and participate in Division meeting and other company functions as determined by Division Leadership 

 

What you will bring: 

 

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, Business or a closely related field is preferred.  2-year degree will be considered with adequate experience 

2+ years’ experience in sales or marketing management in seed role is preferred 

Passion for selling seed and working directly with farmers daily 

Strong sales ability with a proven track record of success 

Strong interpersonal skills, outstanding communication capabilities, and the ability to influence others at all organizational levels 

Ability to work effectively with other groups in the organization to achieve a common goal 

Digital proficiency to support Seed Advisor, Digital Agronomy and other Digital Experience tools 

Proficient in Microsoft Power Point, Word, and Excel 

 

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

 

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.  

 

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.  

 

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien  

 

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