Role Description
The Technology Territory Manager (TTM) is responsible for the sales and support of Valley Technology Products (i.e., AgSense, BaseStation, ICON, VRI) to new and existing customers. This position reports to the Commercial Director for their region.
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Maximize sales opportunities within an assigned region.
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Support the overall Valley Irrigation Commercial Team.
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Provide input to management based on direct market knowledge.
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Work with Valley Irrigation Territory Manager to support dealers and sales staff.
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Resolve dealer and grower satisfaction issues.
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Assist the service department regarding warranty of Valley technical products.
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Ensure dealers are trained in sales, installation, and operation of Valley products.
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Conduct dealer training with support from subject matter experts.
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Travel to dealer and grower locations for training.
Qualifications
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Preferred Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of experience or Associate's degree with 8+ years of experience or 10+ years of experience.
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Two yearsβ experience working directly with dealer sales and service personnel.
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Ability to travel locally and internationally, up to 50% of the time.
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Ability to resolve complex problems and challenges.
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Ability to establish and cultivate excellent working relationships with dealers and customers.
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Strategic thinking ability with tactical and detailed execution.
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Expertise in influence, team participation, and communication.
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Ability to work within a broader sales team to achieve company goals.
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Passion and integrity with a drive to excel.
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Agricultural background.
Requirements
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A degree in Engineering, Business, Agricultural Mechanization, Agricultural Sciences, Mechanized Agriculture, or Agricultural Economics is preferred.
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Experience with mechanized irrigated agriculture preferred.
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Experience with cellular communications networks.
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Strong understanding of electronics, computerized control modules, VHF/UHF communication methods, satellite and cellular communication technologies, PLC, and GPS technologies is preferred.
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Experience working with RTK GPS equipment.
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Experience with single and multi-frequency GPS equipment.
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Experience with irrigation scheduling preferred.
Benefits
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Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision).
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401k retirement plan with company match.
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Paid time off.
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Employer paid life insurance.
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Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave.
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Work Life Support.
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Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
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Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services, and more.