Betaseed Key Account Manager

We are looking for a Betaseed Key Account Manager! This position is directly responsible for all Betaseed sales and marketing activities in the Minn-Dak and Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar cooperatives and to Lantic Sugar, Inc. in Alberta, Canada.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Foster relationships with the respective Agricultural Staff of each sugar cooperative/company in an effort to maximize sales of Betaseed products and build brand loyalty
• Develop marketing strategies to increase market share and enhance brand presence, such as: farm visits, plot tours, grower meetings, industry functions, and customer service
• Understand customer needs and provide feedback to the organization on product performance, effectiveness, and competitive activity
• Develop a healthy, respectful working relationship with the cooperatives and sugar companies served, as well as growers and personnel of allied industry agencies
• Manage sales and marketing activities including, grower service, seed allocations, inventory management and testing or trial organization outside of the official trials.  
• Prepare and communicate timely and accurate reports that include market plans, sales forecasts, hybrid performance data, expense budgeting, credit and collections
• Other duties as needed by the business

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in agronomy, agriculture, business, biology, or a related field
• Knowledge of the sugar beet industry that includes seed and crop production, as well as allied support industries in crop protection, farm equipment, and research.
• Minimum 5 years sales leadership experience in the seed or agricultural industry
• Demonstrated ability to increase market share while maintaining high levels of customer service
• Strong interpersonal communication, presentation and meeting facilitation skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Results-oriented approach to meeting annual sales goals

• Ability to travel frequently  
• Proficient Computer skills in Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check
   

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $90,168.80 to $135,253.20.  This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. 

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.