Passionate Sales Consultant with over 10 years of experience in the Dairy Industry, including personal calf and heifer raising experience. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Seeking a full time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, teamwork, and excellent problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Calf and Heifer Specialist
Centerra Co-op (Formerly Town And Country Co-op)
Ashland, OH
01.2014 - 07.2022
Consulted clients regarding feeding strategies, management techniques, and sanitation protocols
Implemented Nutrition Programs for Calves and Heifers based on the animals lifestage, environment, and management practices
Analyzed animal needs through feed and Milk Replacer trials and animal performance
Worked with marketing department on branding strategies and developing product sell sheets
Collaborated with Veterinarians to determine appropriate treatment and vaccination protocols for animals based on clinical signs and diagnostic tests
Organized Producer Meetings
Supervised interns with feed and milk replacer trials and electrolyte sales
Performed farm audits to evaluate feeding systems and sanitation to identify areas of improvement with a focus on increasing efficiency and consistency
Established and maintained long-term, ongoing relationships with customers and prospects
Resolved problems with products
Followed up on sales leads and made cold calls
Performed Diagnostic Testing including, fecal sampling, deep pharyngeal nasal swabs, pasteurization test kits, ATP surface testing, and water quality testing
Forage Specialist Trainee
Centerra Co-op (Formerly Town And Country Co-op)
Ashland, OH
06.2013 - 12.2013
Scouted Alfalfa fields for nutrient deficiencies, insect damage, and plant health issues
Collected plant tissue samples and analyzed results to determine best fertilizer recommendations
Attended crop school training put on by Winfield to deepen professional skill set and knowledge of agronomy
Created aerial maps of fields for aerial fungicide application on Corn
Listened and Responded to customer requests and forwarded necessary information to superiors
Calf and Heifer Intern
Centerra Co-op (Formerly Town And Country Co-op)
Ashland, OH
05.2012 - 08.2012
Completed numerous Milk Replacer and Feed trials, measured growth and performance of calves and heifers and presented results to producers resulting in product sales
Developed strong professional relationships by interacting and communicating effectively with wide variety of colleagues and external contacts
Provided support to senior team members
Initiated contact with prospects through cold calls
Gained sales experience and product knowledge with Calf Electrolytes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
05.2013
Associate of Science - Dairy Science
The Ohio State University
Wooster, OH
05.2013
Skills
Problem Solving
Excellent Customer Relations Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork
Self Motivated
Communication
Leadership
Creativity
Time Management
Active Listener
Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
2014 Purina Summit Club Sales Leadership Winner
2015 Purina Summit Club Sales Leadership Winner
2017 Purina Summit Club Sales Leadership Winner
2019 Purina Summit Club Sales Leadership Winner
Certification
2015 Certified Autofeeder Specialist 40fit Program Forester Technik and Land O' Lakes
Timeline
Calf and Heifer Specialist
Centerra Co-op (Formerly Town And Country Co-op)
01.2014 - 07.2022
Forage Specialist Trainee
Centerra Co-op (Formerly Town And Country Co-op)
06.2013 - 12.2013
Calf and Heifer Intern
Centerra Co-op (Formerly Town And Country Co-op)
05.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The Ohio State University
Associate of Science - Dairy Science
The Ohio State University
2015 Certified Autofeeder Specialist 40fit Program Forester Technik and Land O' Lakes
Involvement
Ohio District 8 Holsetin Club President 2017- Present
Ohio Holstein District 8 Board Representative 2019- Present
Ohio Holstein Queen Comittee 2018-2022
Lorain County 4-H Dairy Judging Coach 2017-2019
Involvement
Ohio District 8 Holsetin Club President 2017- Present
Ohio Holstein District 8 Board Representative 2019- Present
Ohio Holstein Queen Comittee 2018-2022
Lorain County 4-H Dairy Judging Coach 2017-2019
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