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About Our Company:
SynergyAG is a locally owned chain of independent agricultural retail locations focusing on seed genetics, crop nutrition & protection, as well as agronomy services. We are here for all producers, specializing in those producers who are looking for tailored agronomic advice they can trust and a custom mix of crop inputs and genetics. SynergyAG is committed to creating a new vision for our industry. We believe that agriculture retails should put the farmer first and support the community they are based in. We take great satisfaction in working hand in hand with the farmer to ensure the continued success of Canadian Agriculture.
Requirements for this position:
- Degree or diploma in ag business.
- At least one year of agriculture sales experience preferred
- Valid Class 5 Drivers licence with clean drivers abstract
Duties and responsibilities:
- Maintain relationships of existing customers and secure new customers
- Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and quotes.
- Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.
- Contact regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
- Consult with clients after sales to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support.
- Must be willing to travel a majority of the time for on-farm appointments
- Ability to work independently and as part of the SynergyAG team
- Willingness to put together sales plans and strategies to achieve sales objective
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Proficient computer abilities
- Other duties as necessary
Essential Skills
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Type of Sales Account
- Local accounts
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not applicable
Type Of Sales
- Agriculture
Specific Skills
- Utilize sales/marketing software packages
- Prepare and administer sales contracts
- Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
- Promote sales to existing clients
- Identify and solicit potential clients
- Assess client's needs and resources and recommend the appropriate goods or services
- Develop reports and proposals to illustrate benefits from use of good or service
- Deliver sales presentations
- Conduct sales transactions through Internet-based electronic commerce
Work Location Information
- On-site customer service
- Rural community
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Computer
- Printer
- Internet access
- Cellular phone
Products/Services
- Fertilizers
- Chemicals and chemical products
- Agricultural crops
- Computer software
Customers/clients
- Industry