Company Description Who are we? As a fiercely independent, regional seed leader, Legend Seeds is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of our customers through three core pillars: convenience, profitability, and value. Our multi-brand strategy is focused on meeting the demand of our customers and not the demand of stakeholders. We are proud to offer unique solutions including seed, seed treatments, and biologicals, all backed by locally tested and proven results.The Legend Seeds organization currently employs over 85 talented team members across eight different site locations and is looking for a growth-focused, energetic, and results-driven Location Manager to develop and maintain our sales area in Hitterdal, MN. This individual must possess superior relationship building skills and key sales techniques that will help Legend achieve success in the defined territory.Job DescriptionWho we are looking for?The Location Manager works closely with the Regional Manager and Legend Sales Agronomist to support our dealer network and help us achieve our Vision of "we help our dealers help their growers". This position helps ensure business development, growth, and sales success through the marketing, selling, and brand awareness of all products sold by Legend Seeds in the assigned trade area. The Location Managers position plays an integral role in building and engaging in the company's strategies that will promote the three pillars of Legend GROWTH, PROFITABILITY, and CULTURE.Job ResponsibilitiesGrow the Hitterdal locations footprint by implementing and executing a strategic territory sales plan to meet and exceed sales goals.Identify and recruit new dealers and work with dealers to identify new growers.Successfully implement Legend's marketing initiatives to build brand awareness throughout the territory and support dealer efforts in marketing Legend Seeds.Manage and track a budget for your territory and the Hitterdal facility.Utilize information from the Product Manager and Agronomy team to bring beneficial training and knowledge to your customers and their growers.Oversee site operations including deliveries, returns, asset maintenance and inventory management.QualificationsBest Candidate will haveAssociate degree or higher in: Agriculture, Business, Precision Ag, or related fieldPossess a passion for agriculture and working knowledge in the agriculture industry with an emphasis on salesProven record in leadership and relationship managementValid driver's licenseCommercial Driver's License (or ability to get in 6 months)Commercial Applicator License (or ability to get in 6 months)Agronomy experiencePrevious seed handling experienceAbility to think analytically.Authorized to work in the United StatesAdditional InformationWhat does Legend Seeds offer you?At Legend Seeds you have a chance to make a difference. You will have the opportunity to be creative, take initiative, and grow. A position at Legend Seeds is more than just a job; it's the chance to work among friends every day and to see the results of your hard work firsthand. We work in a lively, intuitive, and family-orientated environment that offers:Competitive Pay ~ Health Insurance ~ Long-Term Disability ~ Life Insurance ~ Paid Time Off ~ Retirement ~ ESOPWill you fit in here?If you personally identify with our five core values, then we believe you will be an excellent fit for the culture at Legend Seeds:? Respectful ?All staff, dealers, and growers are treated with respect?Open to understanding another person's point of view?Team Approach ?Our individual backgrounds are combined to bring strength, dedication, and knowledge to help our dealers and growers achieve success?We are structured for local support for the dealer's and grower's success?Integrity ?Consistent and fair, always doing what is right in our actions?Remain honest and true to our word?Growth-Focused ?Positioned for growth of our marketing share?Continued development of individuals and teams, growing together?Innovative ?Industry leaders with the latest thoughts and technologies?Solutions-based approach to overcome challenges large and small?Work EnvironmentThis job operates out of our Hitterdal, MN Location. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. In addition this position will use warehouse equipment including a forklift, seed treater, tractor and seed conveyors.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some standing, and lifting is required. This would require bending and the ability to lift to 50 pounds as necessary.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position, typical hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional earlier start times, evening and/or weekend work may be required as job duties demand.TravelPosition requires travel through the local sales territory during the day. Occasional overnights.EEO StatementLegend Seeds provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.How to apply?Visit Legendseeds.net and click on About Us and then click on "Work for Us".
