The CISCO Companies 602 N. Shortridge Road Indianapolis, IN 46219
Company Description: The CISCO Companies, based in Indianapolis, Indiana distributes over 20,000 products to family-owned dealers across the Midwest on a weekly basis. Our wide range of products includes seed, lawn and garden supplies, farm supplies, feed ingredients, bird seed, and pet supplies. Founded in 1965, we have seen steady growth over the years. Come join our family of approximately 70 employees and grow along with us.
Job Title: Agronomist
Position Overview We are looking for a results-driven agronomist that is independent and self-motivated to assist our sales representatives, dealers, and end customers with seed orders and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have depth of knowledge in forage, cover crop, and turf seed; however, expertise in all three areas is not a requirement and additional training is available.
Coverage Area - Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Northern Kentucky, and Eastern Illinois specific territory to be determined based on candidate s location in relation to CISCO s agronomy team and to maximize efficiency.
Responsibilities - Support a defined sales area of accounts and associated CISCO sales representatives.
- Assist sales representatives in finding potential new seed accounts.
- Maximize sales and gross profit potential for each account within your sales area.
- Provide product training, education, and motivation for our dealers and their employees and customers.
- Form strong relationships with CISCO s vendors.
- Take an active role in updating literature and websites (i.e. forage guide, cover crop guide, blog, etc.)
- Work with our marketing department to develop content for social media and other advertising outlets.
- Conduct seed meetings with our dealers and their customers, primarily focusing on our key brands (Execu-Turf , Enduro-Plus , Pasture Perfect , N-Vest Cover Crops, Wildlife Zone ).
- Help management evaluate and select products for the continued improvement of CISCO s product mix.
- Represent CISCO at appropriate trade shows and meetings.
- Act as the company s liaison with various trade groups and industry associations.
- Work closely with our seed department and northern agronomist to ensure a unified approach on forage, cover crop, and turf matters.
- Provide on-farm troubleshooting when needed.
- Communicate new ideas and opportunities to management.
- Some overnight travel is expected. Frequency is dependent on candidate s home location.
Requirements - Proven experience in agronomy and relevant college degree or certification
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to customers needs
- Relationship management skills and openness to feedback
- Upbeat attitude
Benefits - Competitive pay plus bonus opportunity
- Paid time off
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- 401K participation with employer match up to 5%
- Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Policies
- Life Insurance $50,000 provided by CISCO (term life plus accidental death & dismemberment)
- CISCO provided cell phone and laptop
- CISCO provided vehicle
- Company credit card for fuel, hotels, etc.
- Time off for volunteering (see handbook for policy details)
- Holidays Observed holidays plus two bonus days (see holiday schedule)
- Positive, collaborative environment with great work-life balance
Please submit resumes to:
Natalie Markle
President & CEO
ext. 306
. Date posted: 07/01/2024