Remote Sales Specialist focused on animal nutrition/feed sales with an emphasis on Equine
Work in partnership with member cooperatives, independent dealers, and end user customers to increase feed sales
Conduct targeted prospect calls to develop new and existing business growth
Actively call on Horse, Cattle, Sheep, Goat and Show animal owners to evaluate and recommend feeding programs
Analyze sales data of each assigned dealer/coop to determine and track growth and identify underperforming areas
Develop and implement action plans to grow Purina feed business at dealer/co-op level
Support selling events, customer meetings, and execution of promotions partnering with dealer staff
Develop Joint Business Plans annually with assigned cooperatives and dealers to execute sales growth strategies
Develop training programs as needed to meet individual and group needs
Provide tracking reports (CRM) on marketing and service activities and maintain accurate client history records
Position Purina programs, tools, technologies, and services to meet coop, dealer, and customer needs
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or related agricultural or business-related field (candidates without a bachelor’s degree with proven sales and industry experience may be considered)
5+ years proven field sales experience with an animal science/nutrition emphasis
Proven track record of growing and maintaining a customer base
Must be able to travel in the assigned territory, including overnights when necessary
Good understanding of animal husbandry, current management practices, and nutritional guidelines
Competent to have basic command of animal nutrition and management recommendations
Strong computer skills (MS Outlook, Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Salesforce)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Cold calling experience and high internal drive
Natural ability for relationship building and public speaking aptitude
Leadership in a team environment
Must be located within the territory described (Southern NJ, Northeast Maryland, and Delmarva area)
Benefits
medical
dental
vision
PTO
life & disability insurance
education assistance
a 401k
a variety of well-being resources
holiday pay (prorated for most part-time employees)
employee development programs
prorated education assistance (for most part-time employees)
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