District Sales Manager

AgReliant Genetics, LLC

District Sales Manager leading sales revenue for GDM Seeds in Minnesota. Building dealer networks and providing agronomic support to enhance market penetration.

Posted 5/30/2026full-timeRemote • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a district business plan and territory plans to achieve or exceed sales goals.
Recruit, develop, and maintain a strong dealer network aligned with the company’s distribution strategy.
Build and maintain relationships with dealers and growers; provide agronomic recommendations and product placement guidance.
Champion the brand’s positioning, value proposition, and customer experience, while influencing and coaching dealers to adopt effective selling techniques, marketing programs, and service practices that deliver consistent farmer experience.
Collaborate with the Area Sales Manager, Market Development Manager, and Marketing Communications team to plan and execute branded events, promotional activities, and dealer development initiatives.
Utilize CRM and internal systems to manage sales, inventory, and customer data accurately, ensuring timely completion of critical operational tasks such as order bank management, returns, dumps, and account reconciliation.
Monitor product performance and address customer inquiries; communicate trends to Area Sales Manager and Agronomy team.
Collect accounts receivable from customers and ensure timely payment compliance.
Coordinate test plots, field days, and branded events to showcase products and drive engagement.
Maintain company vehicles and comply with company policies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science or a Technical Degree in Agronomy, Ag Business or a related field is preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years' experience in agriculture sales, preferred.
Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) designation is a plus.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet company and DOT driving regulation requirements.
Proficiency in MS Office and CRM system is required.
Understanding of seed industry and agronomic practices preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match (eligible 1 st of the month following date of hire)
Generous vacation time & paid holidays
Volunteer Time Off
Paid parental leave
Tuition and Health Club reimbursement
Company paid Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Company paid life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance
Health savings account (HSA) with a company contribution
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

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Hard Skills & Tools

sales managementagronomic recommendationsproduct placementorder bank managementaccounts receivableinventory managementcustomer data managementfield days coordinationtest plots coordinationmarketing programs

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcoachinginfluencingcommunicationcollaborationcustomer experience focusteamworkproblem solvingorganizational skillsleadership

Certifications

Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)Bachelor of ScienceTechnical Degree in AgronomyTechnical Degree in Ag Business