Sales Account Manager - Minneapolis, MN

Sales Account Manager - Minneapolis, MN

In this early-career role as a Sales Account Manager at ADM Fertilizer, you'll own a portfolio of customer accounts in your assigned region and drive profitable sales growth. You'll build lasting relationships, deliver expert market insights, and play a key role in helping farmers and ag businesses succeed. This is an excellent opportunity to launch or accelerate your career in ag sales with the support of a global leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell ADM's full range of fertilizer products to drive revenue and market share growth in your territory.
• Build and nurture long-term strategic relationships with key customers to maximize sales and loyalty.
• Provide regular market consultations on fertilizer price outlooks, trends, and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with the risk management team to develop competitive, value-driven customer propositions.
• Coordinate sales execution with cross-functional teams (procurement, logistics, credit, etc.).
• Support regional product procurement as needed.
• Maintain accurate customer accounts, including credit, accounts receivable, logistics, and contract compliance.

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business (Economics, Finance, Accounting), or a related field.
• 0–5 years of sales, merchandising, or related experience in fertilizer commodities or the broader ag sector (equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered).
• Strong knowledge of commodity markets
• Merchandising experience (preferred).
• Proven ability to thrive in a high-risk, fast-paced, and dynamic commodity pricing environment.
• Excellent negotiation, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork abilities.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude, team-oriented mindset, and strong drive for results.
• Commitment to corporate ethics, safety, and EHS standards.

Excited about this role but don't think you meet every requirement listed? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. REF:109311BR