Rural Products Sales Manager

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Job Title: Rural Products Sales Manager
Location: Forbes, NSW, Australia

Company: Elders
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Sales/Retail
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.

About the role

Joining a diverse team that provides Agronomic, Real Estate, Livestock, Water Trading and Farm Supplies support to the local area, our Rural Products Sales Managers lead the Rural Products Sales operations within the Branch.

As a strong leader, with demonstrated people management and merchandise operational skills, your commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and your expert product knowledge and customer service skills will enable you to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including finding new opportunities for them to explore. Supported by the Elders network, you will be provided with the tools necessary for you to grow in your career.

Responsibilities

As a leader within the branch, you will:

Manage Sales and Inventory Performance including aged inventory, stock turns and debtor arrangements
Play an active role in the community to build and maintain client relationships while proactively identifying new sale leads
Nurture and grow the sales team to achieve targets, upskill capabilities and provide value add training with suppliers
Provide exceptional customer service and advise on rural products while introducing new product lines
Actively promote branch products, represent Elders in community events and campaigns

About you

To excel at Elders, you will have:

Previous experience in a fast paced, customer focused inventory/ warehousing position
Demonstrated experience in sales and business development (ideally rural products/ farm supplies)
Current Forklift License and Agsafe accreditation (advantageous)
Understanding of agriculture products, seasonal requirements, the region and our competitors
Proficiency in using the Microsoft suite and operating POS systems
Ability to work collaboratively within the branch and wider network while having a passion for encouraging change

About Elders
As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years. Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.

We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.

Elders is for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information email Adam Pearce, Branch Manager, adam.pearce@elders.com.au or visit our careers page.

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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Job Post Date: 01/31/25