Agronomy Field Sales Rep

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Associates or Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.

Licensing: Requires a valid Driver's License

Requirements:

• This position requires the safe operation of a motor vehicle to perform essential job functions and mandatory compliance with the SSC motor vehicle safety policy
• Nutrient Management License and Certified Crop Advisor License is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of agricultural technology and fertilizer formulating is preferred but not required.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Have an excellent sense of time management.
• Be able to identify a problem before or after it arises and provide a solution.
• Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required.
• Strong written and verbal communication with the ability to speak, read, write the English language in a proficient manner

Work Environment

Essential job functions are primarily performed on-site at customer locations and at SSC retail stores. May regularly work outdoors and may be unprotected from weather conditions and subject to seasonal temperatures and humidity. Requires the frequent operation of a SSC motor vehicle for travel purposes. Travel requirements vary based on location and growing season.

Frequent exposure to hazards, including:

• Odors, fumes and hazardous chemicals associated with dry and liquid fertilizers, crop protectants, fuel, and other agricultural products and equipment
• Dust, dirt, allergens, insects, pests and other factors associated with inspection of farming, crop production, and/or livestock sites
• Products, supplies, and tools with sharp edges or containing hazardous materials
• Moving mechanical parts and vehicles, vibrations and electric current
• Noise levels where hearing protection is optional per PPE Plan

Schedule requirements are largely determined by area sales strategy and based on independent judgement to optimize travel and customer engagement. Ability to travel during adverse weather conditions may be required. Extended hours may be required at various times including peak growing season.

Physical Activities & Requirements

Physical activities may vary based on location.

• Continuously bend and stoop; manual dexterity (fingers and hands) and utilize repetitive hand motion with products, soil/plant material, and various tools including computers; utilize eye/hand coordination; twist back and neck. Pull, push, lift, carry up to 30 pounds.
• Frequently balance, climb, and crouch; drive motorized vehicles; reach with arms and hands for extended periods; sit for extended periods; stand and walk for extended periods, at times may be on concrete or outdoors on uneven surfaces. Pull, push, lift, carry 30-50 pounds.
• Occasionally kneel and stack. Pull, push, lift, carry over 50 pounds, may be assisted.

Must be able to communicate with customers and counterparts in-person and via telephone regarding the daily business of sales, operations, products, services, and safety. Must be able to maneuver over uneven terrain while inspecting customer locations. Must be able to utilize vision and touch to diagnose problems and recommend solutions. Must be able to utilize hearing and vision to operate equipment including a motor vehicle. Specific vision abilities required by this position include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Tools & Equipment

SSC passenger motor vehicle, telephone, computer, printer, scanner, copier, fax machine, writing instrument, reports, logs, spreadsheets. Seed, fertilizer, crop protectant, and/or feed equipment, and other tools, equipment and products as determined by specific location requirements. Commercial motor vehicle use may be required.

Southern States Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.