Area Sales Manager Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States.

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

Accountable for achieving profitable sales for all agronomy products sold to assigned accounts.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assumes responsibility for sales of crop nutrients to targeted customers by maintaining regular and ongoing contact with the customer’s designated purchasing/procurement personnel. Communicates market information, prices, and programs offered by GROWMARK and its various manufacturers/providers of products and services.

• Assists with implementation of Crop Nutrients Division strategies and programs, including the communication of customer supply plans and intents to the marketing team.

• Assists in the development and implementation of marketing strategies and pursues new business opportunities that will result in increased market penetration for both member cooperatives and non-member accounts.

• Maintains an analysis of the major competitors in the marketplace and provides market intelligence information to Crop Nutrients Division personnel. Develops and presents sales strategies to specifically target competitive approaches and pressures.

• Assumes responsibility for all customer orders for division products and programs within the assigned area.

• Achieves and maintains a high level of knowledge regarding regional agronomy marketers in the assigned area and assists in the acquisition of product, as requested by customers.

• Participates in the development of the Crop Nutrients Division objectives, goals, and operating policies.

• Provides market place intelligence gathered from customers to sales and marketing staffs.

• Is responsible for discovering, reporting, and recommending appropriate action on customer complaints concerning products and services. Seeks to settle issues in a prompt, fair and equitable manner.

• Is responsible for executing the company’s credit policy, follows credit limits, and performs collections on past-due accounts. Obtains credit information from customers as required and works directly with the Treasurers Division.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists in providing backup service to other Area Sales Managers as required and directed.

• Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a college degree in agronomy, ag economics, ag business, marketing, or other business-related discipline and one year or more of agronomy marketing experience to demonstrate the ability to provide agronomy marketing leadership to the assigned area.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Requires a valid driver’s license.

Must have the ability to work extended hours as needed.

Must have the ability to travel independently and overnight.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.

COMPENSATION

• Salary Range: $79,500.00 - $109,287.50

At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans. Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

BENEFITS

Our benefits package is designed to support every aspect of our employees’ well-being—from health plans to paid time off, a fully funded pension, and more.

We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future with comprehensive retirement plans for long-term financial stability.

Offerings include, but are not limited to:

• Pension
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection

LOCATION

Location: IL, IA, WI

Job Segment: Scientific, Marketing Manager, Sales Management, Facilities, Engineering, Marketing, Customer Service, Sales, Operations

Nearest Major Market: Bloomington IL

Nearest Secondary Market: Normal