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Chuck Hill

Summary

Dynamic, professional product manager with experience in seed and ag chemical sales with a proven, reliable track record at AgReliant Genetics LLC, excelling in product promotion and agronomy knowledge. Adept at building strong relationships and driving product value while providing solutions to customers for improving their business. I leverage my strong organizational and communication skills to achieve significant growth in competitive markets. I am a dependable problem solver committed to success.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Seasonal Soil Sampler

McGillicuddy Corrigan Agronomics
03.2008 - Current
  • Provide seasonal soil sampling for clients in Central and Western Illinois.
  • Utilize a Trimble Recon System to record accurate record-keeping of sample locations, depths, and relevant information.
  • Handle, store, and label samples to ensure their integrity.
  • Operate and maintain company's ATV and sampling equipment.


Specialty Products Manager

AgReliant Genetics LLC
01.1997 - 05.2025
  • Added value to AgriGold and LG Seed's corn and soybean products for growers.
  • Evaluated products, finding a fit with specialty corn and soybean buyers.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and reliable environment for employees and patrons.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with the sales and agronomy team, customers, and growers through account development, promotions, and marketing.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

District Sales Manager

AgriGold Hybrids
02.1987 - 01.1997
  • Responsible for introducing and selling AgriGold in eight county areas in West Central Illinois.
  • Used direct sales approach to establish AgriGold Hybrids as a competitive alternative to major seed brands and consistently achieved growth of seed sales.
  • Organized and assisted with seed plots and aided with analyzing and reporting results.
  • Provided support and expertise in agronomic product knowledge and seed selection to agricultural customers.
  • Developed, built, and maintained relationships with customers and kept them informed on trends and new products.
  • Worked diligently with dealers and management teams to forge lasting relationships.
  • Managed and mentored summer interns.

Chemical Sales Representative

Monsanto
01.1982 - 02.1987
  • Promoted and sold chemical products, building and maintaining customer relationships, and identifying new business opportunities.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with both new and existing clients ensuring a positive customer experience.
  • Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
  • Met with customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions, and close deals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
12-1981

Skills

  • Microsoft Office proficient
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
  • Marketing and sales
  • Initiative-taker, dependable, adaptive, and problem solver
  • Public speaking
  • Organized and detail-oriented

Certification

  • Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
  • Sustainability Specialty (SSP)
  • Certified Safe Driver (CSD)

References

  • Mike Kavanaugh (812) 787-0281
  • Dick Pitchford (217) 473-6153
  • Jim Freeman (217) 473-6150

Timeline

Seasonal Soil Sampler

McGillicuddy Corrigan Agronomics
03.2008 - Current

Specialty Products Manager

AgReliant Genetics LLC
01.1997 - 05.2025

District Sales Manager

AgriGold Hybrids
02.1987 - 01.1997

Chemical Sales Representative

Monsanto
01.1982 - 02.1987

Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness

Illinois State University

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