Sales Development Associate

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

📋 Description

• Engage in a 12–24 month Sales Development Associate educational experience.

• Understand the seed sales cycle while operating in various geographical regions across the US.

• Enhance sales skills through formal training, team collaboration, and hands-on learning.

• Foster connections with resource partners, peers, and leaders within GDM.

• Acquire practical experience in research, production, marketing, finance, logistics, and customer service.

• Collaborate with the sales team on projects that have a significant business impact.

• Perform territory analysis.

• Create a consistent process for recruiting, attracting, and nurturing customers.

• Develop solutions to achieve company and regional objectives.

• Cultivate leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

• Possibly transition into a sales territory upon completing the program and prepare for a future sales position.

⛳️ Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or a related discipline from an accredited institution.

• Expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2027.

• Previous sales internships or relevant work experience is highly preferred.

• Must be open to relocation.

• Capability to lift up to 70 lbs.

• Ability to work outdoors for 60% of the time.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

• Valid driver’s license and adherence to Motor Vehicle requirements.

• Excellent written and verbal communication capabilities.

• Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Demonstrated work ethic, reliability, integrity, and a professional demeanor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching (eligible on the first of the month following hire date).

• Generous vacation leave and paid holidays.

• Volunteer Time Off.

• Paid parental leave.

• Tuition and Health Club reimbursement.

• Company-sponsored long-term and short-term disability insurance.

• Company-paid life insurance.

• Optional supplemental life insurance.

• Health savings account (HSA) with a company contribution.

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).