Feed Sales Representative – Cattle

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Dakota.

📋 Description

• Assist in the expansion and management of the livestock and lifestyle product portfolio.

• Promote product demand and establish relationships with dealers and co-ops.

• Provide outstanding customer service.

• Conduct up to 25 visits to farms or facilities weekly to evaluate feeding programs and propose Purina-supported solutions.

• Connect within the livestock and lifestyle animal sectors to exchange best practices and develop new business opportunities.

• Present innovative feed products and programs to both new and existing clients.

• Manage and enhance an existing portfolio from day one.

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with dealer/co-op teams and Purina experts.

• Acquire knowledge in Purina’s research, innovation, and sustainability initiatives.

• Organize and facilitate educational events and on-site demonstrations.

• Work independently in a flexible remote setting while overseeing territory, scheduling, and customer relations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strategize, market, launch products, and execute field events.

• Engage in team meetings and sales training, apply sales strategies, and work alongside colleagues.

• Utilize CRM systems and technological tools to document activities and inform business choices.

• Make several sales calls daily to customers and prospects.

• Participate in on-farm animal assessments and connect with producers.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Animal Science or a related field is strongly preferred.

• Candidates with an impending bachelor's degree or demonstrated sales and industry experience may be considered.

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.

• A strong interest in livestock care and agricultural products.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Experience in customer service or sales support roles.

• Willingness to travel 5-10% overnight plus daily travel within the assigned area.

• Demonstrates agility, integrity, and professionalism.

• Strong organizational skills and effective time management.

• Proven ability to build relationships and lead within team settings.

• Capacity to make multiple sales calls daily.

• Ability to engage in on-farm interactions, including animal evaluations, regardless of weather conditions.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Proficient public speaking and presentation skills.

• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and technological tools (e.g., Power BI).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Life and disability insurance.

• Education assistance.

• 401(k) plan.

• Resources for well-being.

• Prorated PTO for most part-time employees.

• Holiday pay for most part-time employees.

• Employee development programs available for most part-time employees.

• Prorated education assistance for most part-time employees.

• 401(k) eligibility for most part-time employees.