Job Description
Job Title:  Sales Representative - Deerfield, IL
Requisition ID:  33801
Location:  Deerfield, IL, USA, 60015
Workplace Type:  On-Site
Experience Level:  Associate
Job Type:  Full Time

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

 

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

 

This position reports to the Senior Director, Industrial Nitrogen. 

 

What You'll Do:

 

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of existing customer accounts with Industrial Nitrogen as the focus, but also exposure to Feed, Purified Phosphate, DEF and Industrial Potash accounts to achieve sales and profitability objectives
  • Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within assigned markets and territories
  • Maintain strong relationships with customers
  • Develop a thorough understanding of customer needs and recommend solutions that deliver value
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support customer satisfaction, retention, and business growth
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to identify opportunities for expansion
  • Contribute to sales planning, forecasting, and business development initiatives
  • Continuously develop commercial, negotiation, and strategic selling skills

What You'll Bring:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, marketing or related field required
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, product management, customer experience, or a related field
  • Developed customer service skills
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and objectives with analytical and reporting capabilities
  • Awareness of industry standards related to handling, storage and use of fertilizer products
  • Motivated self-starter with a results and solution orientation mindset
  • Ability to sustain a professional growth strategy while working independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
  • Solid working knowledge of the Microsoft Office components Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Strong understanding of internal operating systems (SAP, MSS, HANA) to extract data into valuable/reliable reports
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Basic understanding of market/field

What You'll Get:

 

  • Purpose-Driven Work – Make an impact as part of a global team feeding the future and support farmers locally and around the world.
  • Excellent Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, plus a retirement program with generous employer matching for your future.
  • Grow Your Career – Tuition assistance for future education and ongoing learning and training opportunities for career advancement pathways across the organization.
  • Support When it Matters - Employee Assistance Programs, inclusive leaves, and paid time for holidays, volunteering, vacation, and wellness.
  • Thrive in a Strong Culture – Guided by our core values we put safety first, act with integrity, are stronger together, and deliver with excellence in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

 

Please note that benefits packages may be different depending on employment status and location.

 

Compensation & Benefits: 

 

The salary range for this role, in Deerfield, IL, is between $62,200 - $97,680. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

 

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions.  Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.  Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.   

 

In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee.  Details will be discussed through the application process.  

 

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.  Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.   

 

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

 

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.    

 

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.    

 

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

 

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien  

 

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