Agronomy Regional Sales Manager

Regional Sales Manager - Agronomy Division
Location: Remote in Southeastern Minnesota

Quality Liquid Feeds (QLF) is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to drive growth within its Agronomy Division across Southeastern Minnesota. This is an opportunity to expand market share, develop new business, and strengthen dealer and producer relationships while working for a successful, family-owned agricultural company.

The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for growing sales of QLF's liquid agronomy products through agricultural dealers, consultants, and producers. Reporting to the VP of Agronomy Division, this position will develop and execute territory sales strategies, prospect for new business, provide technical product support, and build long-term customer relationships. This is a hands-on sales position focused on territory development and customer growth.

Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, Quality Liquid Feeds is a family-owned company specializing in liquid feed supplements and agronomy products. QLF employs approximately 365 people, operates 15 manufacturing facilities, and serves customers across the United States. The company's Agronomy Division provides liquid fertilizer products and solutions designed to support soil health, crop management, and agricultural productivity.

QLF offers a competitive compensation package with additional incentives tied to sales growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, PTO, and a company vehicle.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture, agronomy, crop science, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant industry experience will be considered.
• Experience in agricultural sales, agronomy, crop production, liquid fertilizers, soil management, or a related industry preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business, expand dealer and producer relationships, and execute territory sales plans.
• Strong communication and technical skills, with the ability to interpret product information, provide training, and communicate practical recommendations to dealers and producers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint, with strong mathematical and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently throughout the assigned territory, including regular on-farm and dealer visits.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute regional sales and marketing plans focused on expanding market share, identifying new business opportunities, and achieving sales objectives.
• Prospect for and develop new dealer and producer accounts while building and maintaining strong relationships with agricultural retailers, consultants, and existing customers.
• Conduct on-farm and dealer sales visits to promote QLF's liquid agronomy products, provide technical support, and assist with soil and crop management recommendations.
• Train and support dealer and field sales personnel on product applications, storage and handling, equipment operation, troubleshooting, and sales promotions.
• Sell, install, and service liquid fertilizer equipment at dealer and farm locations, ensuring customers receive appropriate product and equipment support.
• Coordinate customer orders, product deliveries, and follow-up activities while working closely with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Monitor territory sales performance, dealer accounts, and accounts receivable while identifying opportunities to improve profitability and business growth.
• Collaborate with QLF Regional and District Sales Managers on dealer relationships, business leads, customer concerns, and sales development opportunities.
• Support product development, field research, product testing, and promotional activities, including trade shows, producer meetings, and regional training events.