District Sales Manager- Wholesale Agriculture – Remote (Kansas City, MO or Omaha, NE) in Omaha, NE – Kansas City, MO
District Sales Manager- Wholesale Agriculture - Remote (Kansas City, MO or Omaha, NE) - Wilbur-Ellis - Omaha, NE - Kansas City, MO - work from home job Company: Wilbur-Ellis Job description: Description : Are you results-oriented and goal driven with a successful sales track record in the Ag industry? Do you thrive in a wholesale/retail environment where your agricultural knowledge and product insight can add value to your customers? If so, we would want to hear from you! For over a century, Wilbur-Ellis has experienced success and growth in marketing and distributing agricultural products and services. Join us and grow your career with a strong and profitable industry leader offering competitive compensation, tremendous growth and development opportunities, and a people-first work environment. Come grow with us! General Purpose and Scope of Position: The District Sales Manager is responsible for managing, leading, and directing the Sales Managers. Including but not limited to retail strategy development and implementation, personnel development, operational oversight, and financial results. Develop and implement programs to establish Wilbur-Ellis as a leading, value-added provider of agronomic products and services to growers. Provide strong leadership in recruiting, motivating, and retaining key employees. Key Skills and Abilities include:
- Deep working knowledge of local agricultural crops and market practices
- Experience in the wholesale and/or retail wholesale agronomy industry
- Provides clear direction and can motivate individuals and teams
- Excellent presentation skills
- Proficient in working with MS Office Suite
- Minimum of five years of experience in the agriculture business with demonstrated track record in sales and marketing or location management
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Agriculture or Business-related field is preferred
Key Personal Attributes Include:
- Ability to develop teams and demonstrate leadership qualities
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders without formal authority
- Commitment to performance development with direct reports
- Skilled at managing multiple projects
- Strong organizational skills and project planning
- Excellent communication skills
Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:
- Communicate WECO strategy and associated goals to salespeople/managers in a positive way
- Offer business and agronomic support to the sales team with particular emphasis on less experienced salespeople
- Assist in hiring and alignment of salespeople within geographies and customers
- Act as a mentor in the overall career development of new sales personnel
- As part of an overall performance management plan, conduct annual performance reviews and assist and advise with sales team performance reviews
- Suggest and coordinate effective sales team training in skill development and growth
- Establish and maintain a direct relationship with key suppliers
- Identify potential new customers, devise a sales plan, and execute
- Assist Customer Financial Services Manager and sales with credit issues
- Provide pricing and margin guidance for the region
- Provide guidance to sales on complaint handling and overall risk management
Compensation: In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $96,300 to $134,800. 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, retirement plans, and other benefits. COMPANY CULTURE Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, specialty chemicals, and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other. Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promotion from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. Follow our career social media accounts! Instagram: Facebook: LinkedIn: Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture Wholesale Sales Agriculture District Sales Manager- Wholesale Agriculture - Remote (Kansas City, MO or Omaha, NE) - Wilbur-Ellis - Omaha, NE - Kansas City, MO - work from home job Expected salary: $96300 - 134800 per year Location: Omaha, NE - Kansas City, MO District Sales Manager- Wholesale Agriculture - Remote (Kansas City, MO or Omaha, NE) - Wilbur-Ellis - Omaha, NE - Kansas City, MO - work from home job Job date: Fri, 04 Aug 2023 02:17:59 GMT Apply for the job now! District Sales Manager- Wholesale Agriculture - Remote (Kansas City, MO or Omaha, NE) - Wilbur-Ellis - Omaha, NE - Kansas City, MO - work from home job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job