The Holstein Association seeks dynamic, innovative, and talented Regional Sales Representatives for Eastern PA, MD, DE, and NJ. The candidate must reside in the Lancaster County area of PA.
Job Purpose:
Promotes and sells Holstein Association USA products and services to current and prospective customers in order to help the Association achieve its annual sales and revenue goals.
Major Responsibilities:
1. Increases Holstein Association revenues by selling/providing the full menu of Association products and services, selecting specific products and services for individual dairy producers that will increase both their short-range and long-term profitability.
2. Works to continually develop and strengthen personal marketing abilities by constantly upgrading computer skills, staying on the leading edge of Association software and prominent dairy management software, learning new selling techniques, and setting aside time to read and stay current on Holstein and industry topics.
3. Enhances the knowledge level about Holstein Association services within the industry by attending/participating in sales, shows, member meetings, seminars, trade shows, and conferences where education and promotion can be accomplished.
4. Works to improve Association products and services by providing feedback to product managers and other Brattleboro staff on ways to increase the usefulness and value of our current services and offering ideas for new services. Maintains a professional attitude about current products at all times.
5. Develops a network of industry contacts within assigned territory in order to remain up to date on industry developments and obtain new business prospects.
6. Supports all Holstein Association staff by giving field assistance when appropriate and maintaining a professional team attitude while dealing with criticism of operations and/or other staff.
Education and Experience:
- BS in Dairy Science, Animal Science, Business or related field, preferred
- 3+ years of experience, preferred
Competencies:
- Must have valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
- Excellent cattle evaluation skills
- Excellent computer skills
- High level of sales skills
- High level communication skills (listening, written, oral)
- Very strong organizational skills
- Strong knowledge of dairy cattle management, genetics, and registered Holstein dairy business
- Positive, professional, and enthusiastic attitude
- Ability to relate to all types of dairy producers
- Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to travel 75% of their work time
Sales and dairy industry experience are weighed to determine starting salary.
The Regional Sales Representative will receive a competitive salary and benefits package. If you meet the qualifications noted above, please apply through the Holstein Association Careers website.
The Holstein Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, complies with all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination, actual or perceived, based on race, creed, color, age, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company car
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
Compensation package:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Travel requirement:
Ability to Relocate:
- Pennsylvania: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road