District Sales Manager, Hoegemeyer (Peoria, IL area)

Vylor • Illinois, Illinois • 1d ago

Join Vylor-Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we're advancing agriculture through breakthrough science-combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what's next in crop science.

Hoegemeyer is currently seeking a District Sales Manager (DSM) with a strong agronomic background to support and build the brand in the Peoria, Illinois area (Central IL).

The primary responsibilities of the DSM will be to grow the dealer network, increase market share, maximize profitability, and help our customers and dealers succeed in the field. The DSM is responsible for recruiting and developing dealers, growing customer count while engaging in ethical business practices within a specific geographic sales district.

Hoegemeyer will be growing throughout the Corn Belt, and our focus remains on delivering high-quality seeds with consistent performance while protecting those yields with the latest traits. The Hoegemeyer brand's expanded product portfolio is backed by the most knowledgeable seed professionals in the business and is continually evolving to meet growers' needs. We are supported by Vylor®, an advanced seed and genetics company completely dedicated to agriculture and based in the U.S.A. Vylor has harnessed agriculture's brightest minds and expertise and will build on over a century-long legacy of agricultural innovation to enrich the lives of producers and consumers alike.

This is a remote position and can be based anywhere within the geography listed above. If hired, you may be required to travel as necessary to support business activities.

What You'll Do

Sales and Business Leadership

"Drive Growth, Win New Customers, and Run the Business"

Grow market share and win new customers across the district.

Team sell and support prioritized accounts with dealers.

Partner with agronomy for local product evaluation and positioning.

Own district forecasts and budgets.

Plan and lead local sales meetings.

Support customer service and administration through the dealers.

Dealer Network Management

"Recruit, Onboard, and Plan for Long-Term Success"

Target and recruit new dealers.

Implement a local professional onboarding program.

Build and execute an annual district plan focused on critical plays and coaching targets.

Own a multi-year dealer success plan in tandem with prioritized dealers.

Create succession plans for all priority dealers on your team.

Knowledge and Skill Development

"Coach and Develop Dealers, Build Product Knowledge, and Self-Improve"

Coach dealers on sales skills through team selling and ride-alongs.

Partner with agronomy on local agronomy training for dealers.

Build product-knowledge development strategy across the dealer team.

Develop a local plot strategy and coordinate with dealers to execute.

Focus on personal skills and knowledge through a continuous learning approach.

What You'll Need

Bachelor's degree is highly preferred, or equivalent experience.

Minimum 2 years of experience in sales with a strong agronomic background.

Planning and Execution Skills - Capable of establishing business plans and driving execution.

Business Knowledge - Apply and maintain agronomic technical/functional expertise.

Technical Skills - Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Self-Management Skills - Inspire trust, demonstrate adaptability, practice self-development, and discipline. Ability to work independently with successful, timely completion of quality deliverables. Maintain high levels of integrity and perform with minimal supervision.

Strategy Skills - Create customer loyalty.

Interpersonal Skills - Build relationships and manage conflict with dealers, customers, and fellow employees. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with customers, dealers, co-workers, and management.

Special Conditions

Relocation may be required.

Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Must be able to lift at least 65 pounds.

Benefits - How We'll Support You:

Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

Learn more about our total rewards package here - Vylor Benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=joPuo3NxhtM%3d&portalid=423)

Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

The salary range for this position is $102,000.00 to $145,000.00.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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