Account Officer (Jr.)

Job description / Role

We are looking for a passionate, driven self-starter individual to join our Forage Sales team as an Account Executive. We are looking for someone with a strong knowledge of the channel, a high level of energy and an ability to develop a strategic plan and partnerships to create value in the marketplace.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide analytical support and recommendations to help grow volume and profitability, including customer/channel business analysis, trend analysis, advertising/promotion impact and cost effectiveness as well as pricing strategy
• Serve as member of key customer and marketing teams, present category reviews to customer, and assist with customer presentations as required.
• Design, develop, source and implement market analysis tools as required to support specific sales strategies and decisions; execute other special projects as directed by management
• Acquire the skills to manage and develop new and existing customers within the assigned market and take increased responsibility for this area of the business
• Own and manage relationships with key dealers, farmers and distributors
• Develop and implement key dealer/distribution strategies for the territory
• Provide leadership in developing promotional activities and programs to drive business growth
• Work with staff agronomists to develop product trials with dealers, distributors and researchers
• Promote our Services’ line at trade events
• Ensure continuous customer satisfaction through a closeness approach
• Develop strategies to penetrate new markets as may be assigned by his direct supervisor

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• We are looking for a junior candidate with 1-2 years of experience only. Fresh graduates are also invited to apply
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited institution, preferably in an Agricultural field
• Strong computer skills (ie. Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong economic thinking and interpersonal skills
• Experience in a customer facing position with strong sales and relationship management skills
• Demonstrated skills in communication, organization, time management and initiative, as well as a high level of integrity and compliance
• Must have strong knowledge of consumer products and dealing with national accounts.
• Self-starter, task oriented with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Good leadership, creative problem solving, and project management skills
• Strong strategic planning, organizational, interpersonal skills; must be able to work effectively in teams with high customer focus
• Ability to travel and to be on call

About the Company

A leading company specializing in agriculture and animal feed production.