Our client, a company focused on regenerative growing solutions that support healthier soils, stronger crops, and more sustainable farming systems, is seeking a relationship-driven territory sales professional to support and grow business across Northern Iowa. This individual will work closely with growers, dealers, agronomists, and industry partners to build long-term relationships, identify new business opportunities, and serve as a trusted resource on agronomic solutions and products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow customer relationships throughout the territory
• Identify new business opportunities and manage existing accounts
• Provide product, agronomic, and customer support
• Maintain sales activity, forecasts, and CRM updates
• Participate in trade shows, field days, and industry events
• Collaborate with leadership on territory growth strategies
• Monitor market trends and competitive activity
• Travel throughout Southern Minnesota and surrounding areas as needed

Desired Profile

The ideal candidate is relationship-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate about agriculture, soil health, and sustainable growing practices. This individual should be comfortable managing a territory independently while also collaborating effectively with internal teams and customers.

Core Traits

• Customer-focused and relationship-driven
• Organized and accountable
• Results-oriented and self-directed
• Adaptable and solutions-focused
• Collaborative with a continuous learning mindset
• Professional communicator with strong time management skills

Experience & Background

• Minimum of 3 years of agricultural sales experience required
• Sales Agronomist experience highly desirable
• Background in agronomy, fertilizer, soil health, horticulture, compost, turf, lawn & garden, or related ag inputs preferred
• Experience managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through close
• Proficiency with Salesforce or comparable CRM platforms
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

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