Summer Sales Intern

JOB SUMMARY: Work in the Alberta Region to support sales with the local Territory Sales Manager. Focus on Retails and Growers in the area to promote and drive sales of the UPL Crop Protection Portfolio. Work with grower cooperators on Market Development trials and product launches of UPL Products

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Enrolled in a BS or BA degree required with a preferred focus in Ag Science or Business. Exceptional communication skills including public speaking and writing; proficient with various word processing and spreadsheet applications required. Ability to travel and willingness to maintain an office at his/her residence required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
60% Maintaining regular contact with retail accounts to promote products and service sales. Train and support retail locations on UPL AgroSolutions product line and co-ordinate the selling of the product line through the dealer network. Build and support key producer relationships within territory. Communicate with internal and external customers (distributors, retailers, agricultural consultants, and key growers) to accomplish territory objectives for current products.
30% Work with Territory Sales Manager and Technical Support Specialist to set up local marketing trials on UPL AgroSolutions Product Line. Co-ordinate local tours and information sessions with key Retails, Growers and Industry Influencers.
10% Responsible for monitoring and adhering to company guidelines for expenses, promotion, travel and entertainment budgets.
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