Manure/Feed Systems Sales and Service Specialist

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for providing manure and feed system solutions to dairy farmers in eastern and central Wisconsin. This includes identifying and securing new customers and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients. This is an exciting new role which will work in conjunction with our existing manure systems team and our milking and barn equipment dealership business. This position requires sales expertise, industry knowledge, and a hands-on approach to customer service and equipment maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Work in a professional manner with all external and internal customers

• Understand customers’ specific needs for manure management, including storage, handling, treatment and application
• Provide expert advice and support existing and potential customers to understand their individual needs and challenges
• Develop and implement sales strategies to proactively cover and grow territory
• Identify, pursue and follow up on new leads
• Able to train and be a part of the manure/feed systems service team as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with customers
• Manage inventory for replacement parts
• Responsible for having close cooperation and communication with the MLS team to assure customer satisfaction.
• Work cooperatively with vendors and MLS management to best support our customers’ current and future needs
• Employee will attend various continued education training as agreed upon with the Dairy Division General Manager.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications (Skills Required)

· Sales experience – 5 years

· Dairy equipment and/or manure systems equipment experience

· Exceptional customer care experience and relationship building skills

· Self-motivated

· Mechanical experience and aptitude

· Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, etc.)

· Strong decision making and problem-solving abilities

· Consistent positive attitude

· Organizational skills

· Excellent negotiation skills

· Ability to work as a positive member of the MLS team fostering quality working relationships with other MLS team members.

Education / Experience:

2- or 4-year degree or related work experience, 2+ years dairy farm/industry experience, Microsoft Office experience

Physical Demands Lift/Carry

Stand F (Frequently) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

Walk F (Frequently) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently)

Sit F (Frequently) 21-50 lbs F (Frequently)

Handling / Fingering F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Reach Outward F (Frequently) Over 100 lbs N (NotApplicable)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently) Push/Pull

Climb 0 (Occasionally) 12 lbs or less O (Occasionally)

Crawl 0 (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)

Bend F (Frequently) 41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+, hrs/day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)

This position reports to the MLS Dairy Division General Manager.

Company DescriptionMidwest Livestock is committed to delivering high quality products. Our customers trust us to bring the best equipment, systems, supplies and replacement parts to their swine, dairy and poultry barns.

Breadth and depth of high-quality products are just the starting point when you work with Midwest Livestock. Our experienced team is ready to assist you personally with your swine, poultry, and dairy needs.

We treat all customer interactions with the same high level of care and attention to detail from designing a new barn or remodel project to servicing dairy producers’ parlors and milking equipment. You can count on us to deliver your products and parts on time. We work hard to earn your business and will earn your trust to be a partner in your operation.

We are ready to serve you with the care and hustle that only Midwest Livestock can offer. Our product specialists will listen to your needs and offer a solution.Company DescriptionMidwest Livestock is committed to delivering high quality products. Our customers trust us to bring the best equipment, systems, supplies and replacement parts to their swine, dairy and poultry barns. \r\n\r\nBreadth and depth of high-quality products are just the starting point when you work with Midwest Livestock. Our experienced team is ready to assist you personally with your swine, poultry, and dairy needs.\r\n\r\nWe treat all customer interactions with the same high level of care and attention to detail from designing a new barn or remodel project to servicing dairy producers’ parlors and milking equipment. You can count on us to deliver your products and parts on time. We work hard to earn your business and will earn your trust to be a partner in your operation.\r\n\r\nWe are ready to serve you with the care and hustle that only Midwest Livestock can offer. Our product specialists will listen to your needs and offer a solution.