Agriculture Equipment & Consumer Product Sales Representative

Agriculture Equipment Sales Representative

At Crown Power & Equipment, our Agriculture Equipment Sales Representative is not only responsible for the selling of new and used equipment, but they are also a strategic business connection for our customer base. By evaluating a customer's mechanical and technological applications, they are able to lay out a strategic plan for the customer's future equipment needs. This position is a primary point of contact for their customers which assists to build a strong foundation with our customers to continue our working relationship for years to come.

This is a career-defining opportunity to play a vital role in the Company and make a meaningful contribution to the future success of an established and growing business.

We provide a comprehensive range of outdoor power equipment, as well as big and small machinery from top manufacturers such as Case iH, Case CE, Kubota and Cub Cadet, to mention a few.

We're proud of our past, and excited for our future. We have over 31 years of continuous growth and employee satisfaction. In fact, some employees (and customers) were with us when we opened our doors 31+ years ago.

We wouldn't have been able to do this without a team of dedicated employees!

If you're looking at growing your career, we invite you to apply today!

Benefits Offered:

• Crown Power & Equipment pays 85% of the medical, dental, and vision monthly premiums for employee only coverage
• $25,000 Basic Life Insurance policy provided at no cost with the option to add voluntarily up to an additional $500,000
• Critical Illness/Accident Insurance available on a voluntary basis
• Eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan after 90-days of employment with a Company match up to 4%
• PTO accrued bi-weekly and immediately available for utilization
• Paid Holidays
• Product discounts
• Company vehicle
• Relocation allocation would be considered for the right candidate.

Essential Job Functions:

• Build and maintain strong business relationships with current and future customers in a defined sales area and within the store
• Expert knowledge of products while staying current on features and benefits
• Understanding and implementation of Company sales strategies
• Ability to multi-task and stay organized during peak foot traffic
• Experience with agriculture, lawn & garden, & outdoor power equipment
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of used equipment values and be able to competently assess for trading purposes
• Monitor competitive products and activity
• Provide management with accurate sales forecasts for financial planning
• Be aware of trends in your customers' businesses
• Maintain current knowledge of financing options available to customers
• Conduct new equipment field demonstrations
• Work as a team not only within the sales department, but with other departments to consistently create a positive customer experience

Requirements:

• Proven sales strategies
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to develop strong business relationships.
• Ability to respond quickly, effectively, and professionally to demands and requests from customers and employees
• Ability to handle and resolve interpersonal conflict
• Strong negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret sales reports
• Ability to multi-task and effectively manage time
• Intermediate-level computer skills, including the ability to learn new business systems and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be self-disciplined and able to work independently
• Valid Class E driver's license or better and clean driving record
• Expected to work 40-hours plus per week as required to meet customer demands
• Working knowledge of Agricultural Equipment
• Safety-conscious

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time with walking, climbing stairs, reaching, pushing, pulling, leaning, and twisting
• Ability to lift items up to 75lbs
• Fitness to work in adverse and extreme weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior agricultural and/or construction equipment experience
• Forklift certification

Candidate is required to successfully pass the pre-employment screenings which includes background check, pre-employment drug testing as well as driving record evaluation.

Classification: Exempt-FT

Reports To: Branch Manager

EEO

Crown Power and Equipment