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LOCUS Agriculture, a division of Locus Fermentation Solutions

Title:   

Regional Sales Manager

Company:

Locus Fermentation Solutions                                     

Status:

Exempt

Reports To:

VP of Locus Ag

Who WE are…

Locus Fermentation Solutions is a USA- Based Biotech company delivering powerful bio-based solutions across four primary markets: oil & gas, mining, agriculture, and industrial/CPG. We specialize in high-performance intermediary formulations and produce glycolipids and microbes that act as formulation enhancers- pushing performance beyond the limits of conventional chemistry.

OUR MISSION is to push the boundaries of traditional chemistry by using glycolipid and microbial additives as powerful formulation amplifiers that drive superior performance and sustainability across global industries.  

We are looking for creative and collaborative outside-the-box thinkers who thrive in fast paced, entrepreneurial style environments.  Learn more about us at Locusfs.com!

Locus AG, a division of Locus Fermentation Solutions, helps farmers achieve greater ROI through innovative, beneficial biological solutions proven by independent third-party trials to increase yields. Our specially formulated biologicals are essential to modern crop management—helping growers boost productivity and sustainability while improving fertilizer efficiency, soil health, nutrient uptake, and plant vigor. At Locus AG, we are driven by science and results, delivering proven solutions that help farmers get more from every acre.

What you’ll be doing:

This position is responsible for driving sales growth and building long-term partnerships with existing and prospective agricultural customers. This includes managing accounts through strong relationship management, providing hands-on field support, and applying effective sales and consultative techniques. The Regional Sales Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all product and service inquiries and is accountable for developing trusted advisor relationships with key accounts, customer stakeholders, and internal leadership teams.

Location: Pacific NW, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 annual base compensation + commission earnings. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the customer’s primary contact for all product and service-related questions. Ensure a complete understanding of the customer’s needs and recommend and execute solutions that satisfy the customer.  
• Develop in depth relationships with decision makers at key accounts that result in long-term favorable relationship.
• Provide agronomy expertise to decision makers through demonstrating an understanding of customers’ unique challenges and recommending solutions that integrate Locus’ product offerings into grower programs.
• Collaborate with various departments to anticipate obstacles and proactively communicate to resolve foreseeable challenges. Make recommendations to improve processes. 
• Support sales efforts including direct corporate farm sales as well as distribution support.
• Perform in field product testing, including taking soil samples for evaluation. Formalize and present the findings to the customer to show positive product results.  
• Travel to conduct on site visits regularly with current and prospective customer accounts. 
• Conduct product application and product application demonstrations as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of customer interactions through approved method of CRM. 
• Stay current with knowledge and understanding of the industry and crops business in the assigned region's market.
• Attend sales training, sales meetings, events, and seminars.
• Maintain timely communications with sales personnel, management, and internal and external stakeholders. 
• Contribute to building an effective account management process with established expectations for contacting customers, visiting customers, requesting referrals, and introducing new product offerings. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an agricultural, Chemical, Biological or related field preferred. 
• Current CCA preferred. 
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven success in an Ag Sales or Account Management position preferred. 
• Strong understanding of regional row crop market. Agronomic understanding of other specialty crops grown in the region preferred. 
• Ability to travel including overnight.  

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. 
• Ability to identity and analyze sales opportunities. 
• Ability to build favorable, long-term, relationships with customers. 
• Ability to understand and follow the sales process.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to travel domestically up to 50% of the time.
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate uneven terrain at active farms or industrial sites.
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• May require occasional lifting or carrying of materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work in environments involving dust, noise, vibration, and varying weather conditions.
• Comfortable with extended periods of sitting (e.g., during travel), as well as standing and walking during on-site visits.

Work Environment:

• This position splits time between a professional office setting and field-based environments.
• Field visits may include exposure to loud machinery, heavy equipment, and operational hazards.
• Office work is generally sedentary and performed in a climate-controlled environment.
• Travel may involve long flights, remote locations, and variable schedules based on customer and site needs.
• Must be adaptable to a dynamic environment with competing priorities and high-level business engagement.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vison Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Hours
• Annual allowance of Floating Holidays
• Tuition Assistance and Continuing Education Reimbursement Policy

Notice to Recruiting Agencies: Locus does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms.  Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement and written request from our Human Resources department will be considered the property of Locus, and no placement fees will be paid. 

Work Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Locus does not sponsor employment visas for this position.