Dairy Sales Specialist with Supervision

This position is remote (virtual) and can work from home but must be located within the Southwest Wisconsin territory.

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for working with member cooperatives & independent dealers to increase feed sales volume and market share through the sale of Purina Feed Programs. The Sales Specialist w/Supervision will effectively manage a staff of Purina hired sales professionals (Livestock/Lifestyle) placed with assigned coops/dealers.

• Focus on talent acquisition and expansion of the Purina Farm Production Consultant (FPC) program, which is comprised of both Purina & local hire salespeople.
• Develop and implement strategic growth plans for the dealer and end users that aligns with the key initiatives of the Sales Division.
• Support sales through providing technical information, product training, engaging in selling events, and managing the sales promotional calendar.
• Responsible for the sales and maintenance of assigned accounts.
• Establish goals, direct development & expectations with those supervised, manage time effectively.

Experience-Education-Skills (Required):

• BS in Business and/or Ag related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience.
• Ability to work with assigned sales staff in a supporting and consultative manner.
• Proven leadership & sales track record.
• Effective communication & interpersonal skills, versatility in working with different styles of customers, take-action mentality, willingness to lead by example and empower others to do the same

The salary range for this role is $91, 120 - $136, 680. 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.

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