Feed Sales Representative

About this role

Feed Sales Representative The Entry Level Livestock/Lifestyle Product Specialist supports and grows the livestock and lifestyle product portfolio, drives product demand, builds dealer/co-op relationships, and delivers exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates are passionate about agriculture and animal care, and eager to develop technical expertise and market knowledge. 

Location: This is a remote field-based sales position that must be located within the geographic territory of Dodge, Nebraska . Willingness to travel within this territory to gain insights into the region and understand prospects.  

Species focus: Calling on cow calf, feedlot and equine animal owners (primary focus being cow calf ) to evaluate existing feeding programs, and to recommend and assist them with their nutritional programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct up to 25 farm or facility visits weekly to assess feeding programs and recommend Purina-backed solutions.   • Network across the livestock and lifestyle animal industries to share best practices and create new business opportunities.   • Support   sales and market share by introducing innovative feed products and programs to new and existing clients.   • Manage and grow an e xisting   book of business   from day one ,   with access to established customer relationships and immediate sales opportunities.    • Build and   maintain   strong relationships with dealer/co-op teams and Purina experts to support partner goals.   • Develop   expertise   in Purina’s research, innovation, and sustainability to deliver value in every customer interaction.   • Organize and lead educational events and on-site demonstrations to increase brand awareness, dealer traffic, and customer loyalty.   • Operate   autonomously   in a flexible, remote work environment, managing territory, schedule, and customer relationships   with supported direction from supervisor .   • Coordinate and execute product strategy, marketing initiatives, product launches, and field events with cross-functional teams.   • Participate in team meetings and sales training, implement sales strategies, and collaborate with peers for continuous improvement.   • Use CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and technology tools (e.g., Power BI) to record activities and inform business decisions.  

Qualifications :  

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science   or related field   strongly   desired.   • Candidates with a pending bachelor’s degree or candidates who   possess   proven sales and industry experience may be considered.   • 0-3   years of experience.   • Strong interest in livestock care and agricultural products.  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in teams.   • Customer service or sales support experience.   • 5-10 % overnight travel plus daily travel in assigned geography.    

Competencies & Other Skills   

•   Demonstrate agility, integrity, and professionalism while adapting to changing market conditions and navigating a matrix-reporting structure.   • Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication, strong organization, and effective time management.   • Show high internal drive, relationship-building ability, and leadership in team environments. • Make multiple daily sales calls to customers and prospects.   • Engage in on-farm interactions, including animal evaluations, in all weather conditions.   • Network within the industry to connect producers and build business relationships. • Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.   • Deliver effective public speaking presentations.      

Compensation • This is a sales role that is compensated with a target mix of base salary plus commission. • Base salary is dependent upon experience/tenure and generally ranges between: $53,000 - $65,000 • Target bonus is: Ten Thousand • In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k). Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.   Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.    Land O'Lakes does not use Automated Decision-Making Technology, as defined by California law, to substantially replace human decision-making or make significant decisions about applications for employment or contracting opportunities.

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