Kirk Sager
Ephrata
Summary
Results-driven Technical Service Manager with extensive experience in product sales and positioning. Expertise in strategic planning, client relationship management, and solution selling. Proven track record of leading teams to exceed sales targets and drive growth through tailored agronomic solutions.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Service Manager
FMC Corporation
04.2011 - Current
- Enhanced sales support for sales and marketing from the local to national level.
- Executed successful product launches for herbicides and insecticides in target markets.
- Delivered onboarding and training to improve sales team performance and productivity.
- Created marketing materials to boost product visibility and customer interaction.
- Maintained compliance through region-specific labeling for state regulations and guidelines.
- Drove customer confidence with effective technical product demonstrations and showcases.
Crop Consultant
Simplot Grower Solutions
03.2006 - 04.2011
- Advised growers on crop management strategies to optimize yield and quality in irrigated and dryland cropping systems.
- Achieved consistent sales growth through strategic use of agronomic principles, prioritizing long term growth
- Analyzed soil health and fertility, providing tailored recommendations for nutrient application.
- Conducted field assessments to identify pest and disease pressures, implementing effective control measures.
- Established relationships with local farmers, enhancing communication and support within the agricultural community.
- Assessed new agricultural technologies for potential integration into current production systems.
Certified Crop Advisor
CHS, Sun Basin
08.1995 - 03.2005
- Delivered targeted agronomic advice for fertilizer and chemical inputs across Eastern Washington.
- Developed customized nutrient management plans to optimize crop nutrient needs.
- Used insect, weed, and disease identification to support integrated pest management solutions.
- Analyzed in-field data to refine agronomic recommendations to improve crop yields and quality.
Education
Master of Science - Soil Microbial Ecology
Washington State University
Pullman, WA08-1995
Bachelor of Science - Soil Sciences
Washington State University
Pullman, WA01-1993
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Washington State University
Pullman, WA01-1993
Skills
- Technical sales support
- Sales development and mentoring
- Product launch strategies
- Agronomic solution selling
- Agronomic problem solving
- Complaint management
- Team leadership
- Confidence building and coaching
- Customer engagement
- Sales strategy development
- Sales presentations
- Marketing materials creation
Timeline
Technical Service Manager
FMC Corporation
04.2011 - Current
Crop Consultant
Simplot Grower Solutions
03.2006 - 04.2011
Certified Crop Advisor
CHS, Sun Basin
08.1995 - 03.2005
Master of Science - Soil Microbial Ecology
Washington State University
Bachelor of Science - Soil Sciences
Washington State University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Washington State University