Alta Genetics
Premier Account Manager
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Premier Account Manager
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Alta Genetics
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Job Description We have an immediate opening for a Premier Account Manager to join our team. The Premier Account Manager will lead and direct relationships with owners and managers of our most important progressive dairy farm accounts and prospects throughout the USA with a focus on California, Arizona, and Idaho. You will work with other members of the Alta team to provide the most complete product and service package available in the industry. This is a pivotal role, which drives collaboration with local sales and marketing resources to execute valuable account strategies for the most progressive dairy farms across the nation.
Candidate must be open to ample travel within the United States and must be able to work on a variable schedule.
Responsibilities
Maintain relationships with ownership and key management on progressive International dairies
Drive sales by building long-term working relationships with distributors and business partners
Identify opportunities to deliver profit-generating information, services, and products for current and prospective clients
Training distributors or customers on topical items either on genetics, trends in the industry or regarding key products
Lead the negotiation process
Identify critical, high-payoff strategies and prioritize efforts
Ensure that the agreed-upon sales budget and profit goals are achieved
Support sales and inventory forecasting efforts
Engage in networking opportunities, such as peer groups and industry conferences
Execute yearly business plan to focus on opportunities available within the target group of clients and prospects
Act as a resource and coach to local sales teams, and support Alta’s aggressive People Development efforts
Manage the promotional budget allocated to this program
Qualifications
5 + years of account management experience
Bachelor of Science Degree and Advanced Degree in Dairy or Animal Science required
Direct experience working in the dairy industry or dairy farm management experience is considered an asset
Familiarity with Dairy Comp 305 (DC305) highly preferred
Ability to travel up to 75% (domestic and internationally)
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and set priorities
Exceptional time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong team player
About Us Alta Genetics is a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of beef and dairy cattle genetics worldwide, with retail operations in 14 markets and partners in more than 55 wholesale markets. We provide dairy and beef consulting services and solutions in cow activity and health monitoring, calf nutrition, reproduction, and herd management programs. Through industry-leading training and development programs, Alta Genetics aspires to be the most resourceful, valuable, and trusted partner for progressive dairy farms and beef ranches that nourish the world through sustainable and profitable operations.
Alta has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 10 operating companies in 17 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Dairy Product Manufacturing
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Premier Account Manager
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Alta Genetics
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Job Description We have an immediate opening for a Premier Account Manager to join our team. The Premier Account Manager will lead and direct relationships with owners and managers of our most important progressive dairy farm accounts and prospects throughout the USA with a focus on California, Arizona, and Idaho. You will work with other members of the Alta team to provide the most complete product and service package available in the industry. This is a pivotal role, which drives collaboration with local sales and marketing resources to execute valuable account strategies for the most progressive dairy farms across the nation.
Candidate must be open to ample travel within the United States and must be able to work on a variable schedule.
Responsibilities
Maintain relationships with ownership and key management on progressive International dairies
Drive sales by building long-term working relationships with distributors and business partners
Identify opportunities to deliver profit-generating information, services, and products for current and prospective clients
Training distributors or customers on topical items either on genetics, trends in the industry or regarding key products
Lead the negotiation process
Identify critical, high-payoff strategies and prioritize efforts
Ensure that the agreed-upon sales budget and profit goals are achieved
Support sales and inventory forecasting efforts
Engage in networking opportunities, such as peer groups and industry conferences
Execute yearly business plan to focus on opportunities available within the target group of clients and prospects
Act as a resource and coach to local sales teams, and support Alta’s aggressive People Development efforts
Manage the promotional budget allocated to this program
Qualifications
5 + years of account management experience
Bachelor of Science Degree and Advanced Degree in Dairy or Animal Science required
Direct experience working in the dairy industry or dairy farm management experience is considered an asset
Familiarity with Dairy Comp 305 (DC305) highly preferred
Ability to travel up to 75% (domestic and internationally)
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and set priorities
Exceptional time management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong team player
About Us Alta Genetics is a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of beef and dairy cattle genetics worldwide, with retail operations in 14 markets and partners in more than 55 wholesale markets. We provide dairy and beef consulting services and solutions in cow activity and health monitoring, calf nutrition, reproduction, and herd management programs. Through industry-leading training and development programs, Alta Genetics aspires to be the most resourceful, valuable, and trusted partner for progressive dairy farms and beef ranches that nourish the world through sustainable and profitable operations.
Alta has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS , with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 10 operating companies in 17 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries Dairy Product Manufacturing
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