Senior (5+ years of experience)
Summary of the Role
The Agricultural Sales Trainer is responsible for developing and implementing training programs for sales teams within the agricultural industry. This role requires an individual with extensive knowledge of agricultural products, sales techniques, and adult learning principles. The trainer will be tasked with improving sales team performance, adapting training strategies to meet the evolving needs of the market, and ensuring the sales force is equipped with the necessary skills to achieve their targets.
Required Skills
In-depth knowledge of agricultural products and market trends.
Expertise in sales techniques and adult learning principles.
Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
Proficiency in using training software and tools.
Ability to analyze data and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
Leadership and team-building capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, Education, or a related field.
Minimum of five years of experience in a sales training or sales management role within the agricultural industry.
Strong track record of developing successful sales training programs.
Proven ability to increase sales performance through effective training and coaching.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel to various locations to conduct training sessions.
Responsibilities
Conducting thorough needs assessments to determine sales training requirements for different teams and products.
Developing and updating training modules and materials based on product updates, new sales techniques, and changes in the market.
Delivering training sessions both in-person and online, including workshops, seminars, and role-playing exercises.
Coordinating with sales management to align training with ongoing sales strategies and goals.
Measuring the effectiveness of training programs and implementing improvements based on feedback and performance data.
Staying up-to-date with developments in the field of agriculture, sales methodologies, and educational techniques.
Maintaining a deep understanding of company products, competition, and the overall market to develop effective sales strategies.
Providing coaching and mentorship to individual sales representatives to address specific challenges or skill gaps.