[ref. a00629401] Seed Sales Specialist

• Location: EYE/Can be a working from home role
• Job Type: Full-time
• Reporting to: General Manager

The ideal candidate will be responsible for liaising with merchants and agents, conducting farm calls, and providing training and support to optimise sales.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Promote and sell the company’s range of products to achieve maximum sales.
• Liaise and support merchants and agents through farm calling and field visits.
• Conduct sales and product training/presentations for employees, merchants, farming groups, and agents.
• Stay updated with market information and trends related to the company’s products and communicate these effectively.
• Generate, update, and circulate price lists and provide prices/quotations as needed.
• Manage, train, and motivate Trainee Seed Specialists.
• Identify and source new products and optimise marketing opportunities.
• Assist in resolving complaints efficiently and organise company PR events.
• Contribute to the production of company brochures, advertising, and marketing initiatives.
• Assist with company variety trials and work closely with the administration department to provide efficient service to customers.
• Ensure accurate and prompt recording of sales contracts and maintain manual/computerised records.
• Maintain confidentiality of the company’s information and ensure compliance with the company’s terms and conditions of sale.
• Control customer credit in accordance with the company’s credit policy and promote a professional company image.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in sales, preferably in the agriculture or related industry.
• Strong understanding of seed, silage, and fertiliser products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with merchants, agents, and internal teams.
• Ability to conduct training sessions and presentations effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate sales records and managing contracts.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to company policies.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• Annual bonus

To apply for the Seed Sales Specialist position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.