Sales Support Specialist I – Edmore & Pewamo, MI – 1015880

Investing in You, join a 100-year-old, family-owned leader in Ag – and grow with us!Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment."We know the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply – we'd love to hear from you." General Purpose and Scope of Position:
The
role of the Sales Support
Specialist
is to
support the
processes and functions of the sales team . The Sales Support
Specialist
will work with sales staff in
locations
to
scout fields, create maps in
AgVerdict, input data
like recommendations and orders , and
provide-on farm support of grower's
equipment,
as well as
assist
the sales
managers and representatives in
other duties needed.
Key Skills and Abilities Include:
Ability to work effectively within a team environmentAbility to understand the needs and values of the
location
sales teams and customers and to develop solutions to meet objectivesAbility to work independently with minimum supervisionAbility to work in and adapt to changing business environmentAbility to work overtime during busy season Key Personal Attributes Include:
Experience
utilizing
agronomy technologyAdvanced knowledge of building fertility programs based on field dataBasic knowledge of computers and software systems allowing data gathering and tracking on soils, crops, water management, pests and to help the grower
determine
his specific precision needsBasic knowledge of all equipment
utilized
in building a technology programPossess leadership, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:
Support field scout, soil sampling, and pest reporting
for all assigned growers or fieldsAccurately i nput
data in an organized and systematic way
utilizing
all systems with
expertiseWork closely with the
location
teams and growers to develop specific farm technology programs,
demonstrating
site specific
techniques that
to increase crop production and/or improve crop management. This includes all segments of the Ag Verdict System, mapping, water management, fertility, record keeper, traceability, yield mapping, variable rate fertilizer applicationsProvide demonstration of the value and profitability of technology at all levels, grower,
location
and
districtProvide the
locations
data to support the profitability of precision agricultureConduct training on all aspects of precision agriculture to the
location
teamsMake presentations on Technology to growers, branch
teams
and Wilbur-Ellis managementEnsure open communication and data sharing and an ability to convey
appropriate sense
of urgency with
sales representatives, operations,
and management as necessaryBuild strong relationships
with co-workers and grower customersLaunch the new Ag Verdict Technology system at all levels including all segments of the Ag Verdict System, mapping, water management, fertility, record keeper, traceability, yield mapping, variable rate fertilizer applicationsMaintain a thorough agronomic and technical knowledge of proprietary products and services to support some customer complaints and work to resolve themOther duties as assigned Compensation and Benefits:
In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $45,400 – $60,610. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience .This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information
regarding
Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits:

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