Sales Account Manager - Ag

divh2Ag Sales Account Manager/h2pZiegler Ag Equipment has an opening for a customer-focused and ambitious sales professional to join our Ag Sales Team. The Ag Sales Account Manager is responsible for developing local customer relationships and selling products that fit their needs and operations. This person represents all of Ziegler Ag Equipments new product lines including, but not limited to, FENDT, Massey Ferguson, Gleaner, Brandt, Geringhoff, CAT, as well as Zieglers extensive used inventory. This position offers a competitive base salary with uncapped commission. Sales Account Managers are also provided with a company vehicle and the latest in business technology. To be considered for position you must reside in one of the following counties: Kandiohi, Renville, Chippewa, Redwood or Yellow Medicine./ph3Responsibilities:/h3ulliPromote and sell equipment to perspective and existing customers/liliServe as a primary point of contact between customers and Ziegler Ag Equipment, ensuring a positive overall experience/liliBuild strong rapport with customers while maintaining an appropriate balance between personal and professional relationships/liliAssist all of Ziegler walk-in customers by responding to their needs promptly and professionally/liliCollaborate with the Ag Regional Sales Manager and other team members, including product specialists and manufacturer representatives, throughout the sales process/liliMeet with assigned customers in person or on site to understand their operational needs and provide tailored product recommendations/liliPromptly follow up on all customer leads, requests, and inquiries./liliProspect and engage with new customers on a regular basis to expand customer base and grow market share/liliCreate and deliver quotes, product information, and materials that support customer decision-making/liliConduct machine presentations and demonstrations, ensuring customers clearly understand product capabilities and fit for their operation/liliManage the sales process by asking effective questions, identifying customer needs, and actively listening to provide informed solutions/liliAccurately maintain customer information and all sales activities within the CRM system/liliPrepare and submit sales contracts accurately and in a timely manner/liliPlan and execute a pricing strategy that aligns with company policy/liliMaintain a high level of knowledge regarding competitive products, industry trends, and competitor activity/liliWork cooperatively with management and colleagues across departments to support a strong team-selling environment/liliResolve customer issues both within and outside of the direct sales process, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term relationships/liliMaintain strong relationships with key accounts to support ongoing business opportunities/liliPromote all products, parts, and service offerings to customers based on their needs/liliPresent a professional, neat, and clean personal appearance at all times/liliPlans ahead for customer calls, territory activities, and strategic selling opportunities/li/ulh3Qualifications:/h3ulliHigh school diploma or GED required/liliBachelors degree preferred in business or agriculture-related field/liliStrong agricultural background./liliPrior sales experience in ag equipment or related equipment is a plus./liliStrong mechanical aptitude./liliExcellent written, electronic, and verbal communication skills./liliProficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, and CRM systems./liliStrong work ethic and the ability to act with a sense of urgency./liliWillingness and ability to operate equipment for demonstration purposes after proper training./liliKey personal characteristics: self-motivated, customer-focused, learning-oriented, considerate/empathic, confident, and a strong team player./liliMust have and maintain a clean driving record./li/ulh3Travel:/h3ulliUp to 50% travel; minimal overnight travel required/li/ulh3Minimum Physical Requirements:/h3ulliStanding, walking, using hands, talking, hearing./liliWorking Conditions may be indoor and/or outdoor. Noise level may be moderate at times./li/ulpThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Ziegler Inc. will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals./ppSEE YOURSELF AT ZIEGLER/ppFounded in 1914, Ziegler is a third-generation, family-owned CAT dealer with over 2400 employees across 30+ locations in Minnesota, Iowa and northern Missouri. Since day one Ziegler has had the same philosophy- if the customer is successful- then Ziegler will be successful. That is why Ziegler is committed to providing employees with the best possible work environment and the right tools for career development. This means great benefits, work/life balance, and ongoing professional development and training. Fulfill your calling by starting a career with Ziegler today!/ppThe total compensation (base plus incentive) for this position is/pp$136,000.00 to $204,000.00/ppStarting wage is dependent on skills, experience, and education. Along with competitive pay, full time positions are benefits eligible which includes:/pulliHealth, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance/lili15 days of PTO your first year, accrual starts day 1/lili9 paid holidays/lili401(k) plan with company contribution and match/liliHSA (Health Savings Account), Ziegler contributes up to $1000 tax-free each year/liliShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, FSA EAP/liliPaid Parental Leave Funeral Leave/liliFitness membership discount/liliEducation Assistance/li/ulpAt Ziegler Inc. were committed to equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran./p/div