Feed Sales Representative

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 (virtual) field-based sales position that must be located within the geographic territory of Appling County, GA / Baxley, GA.

Willingness to travel within this territory to gain insights into the region and understand prospects.

Species focus:


* Calling on beef producer, horse owners, and companion animal owners (primary focus being beef producers) to evaluate existing feeding programs, and to recommend and assist them with their nutritional programs.

Your responsibilities will include:


* Calling on animal owners (horse and beef cattle, as well as small ruminants, wildlife, poultry, and companion animals) to evaluate existing feeding programs, and to recommend and assist them with their nutritional programs.


* Selling/consulting at the farm gate (up to 25 farm calls per week) with the end goal of selling Purina products and programs through the partner dealer and growing sales and market share.

This includes developing new prospects and making sales cold calls.


* In store consulting and prospect development with the intent of growing partner dealer's Purina business.


* Organizing and conducting effective educational meetings/events for 4H clubs, saddle clubs, vets, trainers, lifestyle show clubs, etc.

to enhance Purina and the partner dealer's brand image, sell product and build store traffic.

Qualifications:


* Bachelor's degree in Animal Scienceor related fieldstronglydesired.


* Candidates with a pending bachelor's degree or candidates whopossessproven sales and industry experience may be considered.


* 0-3years 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.


* Delive...