This position is responsible for assisting in the overall daily clerical, administrative, organizational, scheduling, and data entry functions of the inside sales department. This position is authorized to perform the steps necessary to ensure the responsibilities are met. As a member of the Beck’s Family of employees, all full-time employees are eligible for a generous benefits package:
- Health benefits including two medical plan options and company HSA contributions, dental, vision, employer paid life/AD&D for you and your dependents, disability insurance, and access to an onsite Nurse Practitioner
- 401k plan match & company sponsored pension plan and access to a Financial Advisor to help you manage your retirement savings
- Paid time off, Paid Holidays, Wellness Programs, & Corporate Discounts
- Company Christmas Party, Free Lunch, Two Hundred Dollar Merchandise Allowance, & Much More
Responsibilities
- Assist in greeting incoming phone calls, handle customer requests or direct them to the proper destination
- Assess the urgency and importance of situations and take appropriate action
- Assist and manage loading tickets and shipping schedules
- Enter orders, make order adjustments and execute other duties in Beck’s computer system
- Perform daily mail duties
- Compile, evaluate, and report data as required by the Sales Operations Manager or Sales Support Manager
- Organize and maintain all files associated with assigned responsibilities
- Assist with duties, presentations, and organization of materials as they relate to industry organizational meetings
- Support inter-office departments in assisting with customer inquiries.
- Interact with staff and customer matters relating to sales and marketing using both verbal and written communications
- Perform other related duties as may be required by the Sales Operations Manager or Sales Support Manager.
- Regional Locations Only* - Assist warehouse staff as needed to meet customer obligations
Job Requirements
Education and training:
Bachelor of Science Degree in an agricultural related field preferred
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record as determined by Beck’s automobile insurance policy.
Chauffer license or equivalent may be required.
Characteristics for Success:
- Commitment to the mission and attitudes and actions of Beck’s Hybrids
- Possess a Positive attitude and Strong work ethic
- Basic knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, office systems, computer systems, and record keeping
- Excellent computer skills and familiarity with current office software programs
- Possess a passion towards agriculture and the seed business
Experience:
- Minimum one (1) year experience working in the agricultural community is preferred
Physical Demands:
- Ability to pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.
** In an effort to provide a safer, drug-free workplace for employees, all full-time applicants to whom offers of employment are made must submit to a drug test and background check, subject to applicable local, state, or federal laws or regulations. Employment at Beck's is contingent upon passing these pre-employment screenings.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in an agricultural related field
- Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
- Chauffer license or equivalent (may be required)
- Basic knowledge of modern office procedures, telephone communications, office and computer systems, and record keeping
- Excellent computer skills and familiarity with current office software programs
- Pass DOT physical examination and obtain Medical Examiner's Certificate (may be required)
- Minimum one (1) year experience working in the agricultural community
- Willingness to submit to pre-employment drug test and background check
- Commitment to company mission, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
- Passion for agriculture and the seed business
What We Do
Beck's Hybrids seed company provides high-yielding corn, soybeans, wheat, and elite alfalfa to farmers in Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky, Tennessee, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Dakota, Kansas, Mississippi, and Arkansas. All seed products are protected by the Escalate™ yield enhancement system delivering higher yields, insect protection, improved stand, and seedling health. We access the best genetics and seed technologies from suppliers worldwide. Farmers can get the genetic diversity and trait protection they need, all from one company, Beck's Hybrids.
