Position Description
CHS is looking for a Certified Energy Sales Specialist in the Aberdeen SD area. The ideal candidate must be able to make decisions, work both independently and in a team environment. The incumbent must be detail oriented with excellent communication skills both verbal and written. This opportunity has growth potential and offers mobility within CHS and the Cooperative System.
Responsibilities:
• To increase sales and profitability of an assigned cooperative account through implementation of sales, marketing and consulting processes for products and services provided by CHS Energy.
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with customers and potential customers.
• Develop new business and grow existing business.
• Advocate all programs of CHS including our Cenex Brand.
• Identify, Report and Provide any consultative services needed.
• Become a Subject Matter Expert: Act as a local technical resource for cooperative staff.
• Stay informed on industry trends and information.
Basic Qualifications: (required)
• BA/BS degree in Marketing, Business, Agriculture or equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 5+ years.
• 2+ years outside sales experience utilizing persuasive negotiation skills is required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including; Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Previous presentation experience both verbal and written is required.
• Being organized is critical in this role with the ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
• Previous customer service experience and conflict resolution skills are essential to this role.
• Previous experience with utilizing financial acumen and attention to detail is critical in this position.
• 2+ years experience utilizing independent thinking, being self-directed and working without supervision.
• 2+ years of previous experience demonstrating successful sales work habits with a self learning aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license.
Preferred qualifications: (desired)
• Agricultural background, Petroleum industry experience, or technical experiences in field.
• Supervisory experience.
• Experience developing marketing plans, calculating margins, and profit.
• Mechanical understanding of equipment.
Training Provided by CHS:
• Product Training
• CHS Sales Training
• National Sales Certification available
• Computer Training on CRM Software
CHS Inc. is an EEO employer