Job Details
Company Overview
SPR, located in Rockwall, TX, is a manufacturer of flexible packaging and agricultural film solutions. SPR is a part of the Armando Alvarez Group, a 100% privately owned, family company with over $1.2 billion USD in annual sales. The Alvarez Group is headquartered in Spain and has over 2,000 employees across 17 companies operating in over 100 countries around the world.
The Agricultural Division is committed to enhancing the prosperity of the growers we serve with the goal of providing solutions that help sustainably feed a growing population across the world. By creating quality products, sharing knowledge, cultivating relationships, and consistently reinvesting in our business, we ensure that customers/ growers can succeed for generations to come.
Position Summary
SPR s Agricultural Plastics Division is seeking an Account Manager to support our full line of crop packaging products. We are seeking a dynamic sales professional with a passion for agriculture and a proven track record of successfully acquiring new clients and expanding market share in the agricultural sector. The candidate should have a working knowledge of the sector, including an understanding of the value provided by quality silage covers, oxygen barrier films, silage & grain bags, and baler twine. The Account Manager will be expected to service an existing book of business, prospect for new business and generate sales strategies. We are seeking a self-motivated person with the drive to learn and grow in a dynamic environment. The position reports to the Director of Agriculture Sales.
Duties and responsibilities
A candidate for this position must share a passion for agriculture as well as the honesty, integrity, commitment, and hard work that is characteristic of those who dedicate their lives to agriculture. Training is provided which includes visits to our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Spain.
- an existing book of business.
- and foster client relationships.
- potential clients and pursue sales opportunities, drive growth.
- customer support and post-sales service.
- product trials and market research.
- timely reports and feedback to sales management.
- for customer visits, attend trade shows, events and stay up to date with industry trends.
- with customer service, operations, and office administration.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or a degree in a non-Agriculture discipline with a significant agriculture industry background or commensurate experience.
- years of sales experience in Feed Management and Nutrition or Agriculture Machinery and Equipment.
- generating pull-through sales working alongside distributors and dealers.
- negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills both written and oral.
- organized and excellent attention to detail.
- have a valid driver s license. Must have a US Passport or the ability to get one.
- software proficiency primarily MS Office applications.
Sales Scope
- States with a focus on the Midwest/Northeast, and periodic training visits to Spain.
- to 50% travel required.