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Description Position Objective: Regional Sales Agronomist will add value through expertise and service to our patrons, enhancing the bottom line of the CFS Agronomy division. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Complete sales calls to maintain current business and expand CFS footprint • Pre call planning • Service • Follow up • Collaborative on-farm approach • Proficient in Central Advantage • Use our internal ag technology platform to make data-based recommendations for our patrons • Become an expert in Central Advantage philosophies and management recommendations • Develop and maintain agronomy expertise • Attend regular internal and external agronomy and sales trainings • Seek individual learning and development opportunities • Complete agronomy talent development program upon start • Know and follow CFS agronomy SOPs, BMPs, Credit Policy and other initiatives • Continually seek and pursue growth of all agronomy products and services • Build and maintain relationships with growers through service and expertise • Know and follow all company safety policies/procedure. Perform work in a safe manner while observing all traffic laws and all OSHA state and federal safety regulations • Represent yourself and CFS professionally at all times in action and appearance • Make decisions and follow instructions with little or no supervision • Perform other duties as requested by supervisor or management, could include agronomy operations Requirements Desired skills and competencies: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Collaborative approach to grower service • Works well in a change environment • Positive attitude • Service mindset Licensing, Certification and Qualification: • Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record • Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with haz-mat endorsement, or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment Working Environment: 75% of time spent customers facing, 25% preparation and continuing education. Customer facing time will vary between office, field and remote locations. Physical Demands: Able to get in and out of farm equipment, lift 50 lbs. CFS Offers an excellent benefit package: • Health- with company HSA contribution , Dental and Vision insurance • Life Insurance - $50,000 company paid • Short-term and Long-term Disability – company paid • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid Holidays • Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (Pension) • Matching 401(k) Plan • Clothing and Boot program CFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer