Grow a Career with Vital Agriculture
Sales Manager
Watertown, SD
Step into the world of a trailblazing agronomic solutions provider, dominating the industry with decades of expertise. We’re not just a company—we’re a nationwide force, revolutionizing agriculture through cutting-edge product development, precision technology, sales, operations, and manufacturing. Ready to join a legacy of impact?
The Mission: Fuel Epic Sales Victories
As a Sales Manager, you’re not just managing—you’re orchestrating success. You’ll craft bold business strategies, shatter sales targets, and lead a dynamic team across 5-10 locations to dominate the market. Your vision will drive results, your leadership will inspire greatness, and your hustle will redefine what’s possible.
Location: Live in or relocate to the heart of the action—your designated sales territory.
Travel: Embrace the road, with 40-50% overnight travel to keep the momentum blazing.
Travel: Embrace the road, with 40-50% overnight travel to keep the momentum blazing.
Your Arena: Where the Action Happens
- Set the Stage for Triumph: Forecast and crush annual sales quotas, projecting jaw-dropping volume and profits for new and existing products.
- Solve, Sell, Succeed: Dive deep into customer needs, delivering game-changing product and service solutions that leave them speechless.
- Conquer Challenges: Tackle customer complaints, team dynamics, and obstacles with the finesse of a seasoned strategist.
- Lead Like a Legend: Mentor and motivate your sales squad, conducting performance reviews and shaping Branch Managers and Sales Reps into top performers.
- Stay Ahead of the Curve: Track market trends, supply-demand shifts, and competitors to keep your team’s edge razor-sharp.
- Hunt New Horizons: Spot untapped markets and acquisition opportunities, partnering with leadership to expand the empire.
- Build Your Dream Team: Recruit, train, and empower sales superstars who share your fire.
- Level Up Constantly: Stay sharp with industry education, networks, and professional organizations.
- Master the Numbers: Approve expenses with precision, ensuring every dollar fuels growth.
- Drive the Vision: Set ambitious product sales goals and execute corporate marketing plans like a pro.
- Wow Every Customer: Deliver unmatched service to internal and external partners.
- Stay Agile: Tackle additional high-impact tasks as needed.
- Show Up, Stand Out: Maintain flawless attendance and live by our core values.
What You Bring: The Spark to Succeed
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, or a related field. Relevant experience can substitute.
- Experience: 5 years of sales/marketing in agriculture, with 2 years leading teams to victory. Proven sales wins are non-negotiable.
- Skills That Shine:
- Deep knowledge of agricultural products and markets.
- Sales swagger and motivational mojo.
- Laser-sharp attention to detail and organizational prowess.
- Ready to travel up to 60% of the time.
- Fluent in English (Spanish is a bonus).
- Valid U.S. driver’s license for company vehicle use.
- Tech-savvy with Microsoft Office mastery.
Note: All positions require successful completion of a drug test and background check.
STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORTS TO: Division Manager
REPORTS TO: Division Manager