Feed Sales Representative – Equine

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

📋 Description

• Assist in expanding the livestock and lifestyle product range

• Foster product demand and establish relationships with dealers and co-ops

• Provide customer support to equine and companion animal owners

• Conduct up to 25 visits to farms or facilities each week to evaluate feeding programs and propose solutions backed by Purina

• Connect with professionals across livestock and lifestyle animal sectors to exchange best practices and cultivate business opportunities

• Introduce new and innovative feed products and programs to both new and existing clients

• Manage and enhance an established portfolio of business

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

• Develop in-depth knowledge of Purina’s research, innovation, and commitment to sustainability

• Organize and facilitate educational events and on-site demonstrations

• Operate independently in a flexible, remote work setting while overseeing territory, scheduling, and customer relationships

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate product strategies, marketing efforts, product launches, and field events

• Engage in team meetings and participate in sales training sessions

• Execute sales strategies and work collaboratively with colleagues

• Utilize CRM systems like Salesforce and tools such as Power BI to document activities and guide business decisions

• Conduct multiple sales calls daily to both customers and prospects

• Deliver presentations in public speaking settings

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science or a related field is highly preferred

• Candidates nearing the completion of their bachelor’s degree or those with proven sales and industry experience may also be considered

• 0–3 years of relevant experience

• Strong enthusiasm for livestock care and agricultural products

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities

• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within teams

• Experience in customer service or sales support

• Willingness to travel 5–10% overnight and daily within the assigned area

• Display agility, integrity, and professionalism

• Strong organizational skills and effective time management

• Ability to build relationships and exhibit leadership in team settings

• Proficient in making multiple sales calls daily

• Competence in engaging in farm interactions, including animal assessments, under all weather conditions

• Networking ability within the industry

• Physical capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

• Effective public speaking and presentation skills

🏝️ Benefits

• Target bonus: Ten Thousand

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Life and disability insurance

• Education assistance

• 401(k) plan

• Resources for well-being

• Prorated PTO for eligible part-time employees

• Holiday pay for eligible part-time employees

• Employee development programs for eligible part-time employees

• Prorated education assistance for eligible part-time employees

• Prorated 401(k) for eligible part-time employees