Sidney Herr
Fontanelle,IA
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with a strong educational background in agriculture. Ability to work independently with a persistent work ethic. Strong organizational and team collaboration skills. Looking to utilize valuable skill set in a new, challenging position.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Innovations, Manager
Midwest Dairy
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for identifying incubator and accelerator programs within Midwest Dairy region that advance dairy food and beverage entrepreneurship.
- Manage relationships with the incubator and accelerator entities to ensure Midwest Dairy objectives are met.
- Manage budgets to support the programs to deliver innovative dairy entrepreneurs.
- Build a portfolio of incubator and accelerator programs across Midwest Dairy region.
- Understand markets, industry trends, ingredient functionality, and emerging research.
- Manage research budgets and oversee University research contracts, including small scale/short-term projects funded directly.
- Execute Midwest Dairy Foods Research Center operational and strategic plan.
Sales Support Coordinator
Corteva Agriscience
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Demonstrate ability to recognize process improvement opportunities and effectively communicate and implement change
- Work closely with supply chain team to distribute and move product across assigned territories
- Demonstrate knowledge of company products, sales programs and sales systems
- Strong communication skills (including telephone, e-mail and presentations skills) and ability to communicate accurate information
- Manage sales agency supply across assigned territories
- PC experience with multiple software applications: Excel, Word, ACCESS, PowerPoint, SAP, Power BI
Customer Service Representative
Hawkeye Breeders Service Inc.
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases
- Handled company correspondence via telephone and email
- Orchestrated smooth and effective flow of shipping data to coworkers using Microsoft Excel
- Planned and executed shipment plans efficiently
- Managed invoicing and payment processing using QuickBooks
Lab Technician
Hawkeye Breeders Service Inc.
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Maintained production records, ran reports, and communicated test results to the management team weekly using Microsoft Excel
- Worked with customers to understand requirements and provided exceptional customer service
- Oversaw items in inventory and restocked before gone
Youth Program Coordinator
Iowa State Extension & Outreach
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Planned, implemented, monitored and assessed learning activities
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process
- Worked with coworkers to evaluate the progress of each student and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Incorporated physical, academic and social skills into classroom and outside activities
- Recorded results from county fair livestock shows and conducted sale bills with contest results
Sales Intern
Pfister Seeds
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Planted and scouted field plots and evaluated growth stages throughout the season
- Conducted cold calls to prospect customers
- Boosted team profits with efficient time and resource management focused on meeting and exceeding sales targets
- Visited customer locations with District Sales Manager to determine customer needs
- Contacted customers as soon as issues arose to immediately find a resolution before problems escalated
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Northwest Missouri State Univ.
Maryville, MO05.2022
Bachelor of Science -
Northwest Missouri State Univ.
Maryville, MO12.2018
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Activity Planning
- Customer-Service Oriented
- Relationship Building
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite
- Problem Solving Skills
- Proficient in SAP
- Proficient in Power BI
Involvement
- AmeriCorps
2018-Present
- Ag in the Classroom
2018-Present
- The Empire Classic Cattle Show
2020-Present
- Meals from the Heartland
2021-Present
Timeline
Research and Innovations, Manager
Midwest Dairy
01.2023 - Current
Sales Support Coordinator
Corteva Agriscience
10.2019 - 01.2023
Customer Service Representative
Hawkeye Breeders Service Inc.
06.2019 - 10.2019
Lab Technician
Hawkeye Breeders Service Inc.
03.2019 - 06.2019
Youth Program Coordinator
Iowa State Extension & Outreach
05.2018 - 08.2018
Sales Intern
Pfister Seeds
05.2017 - 08.2017
MBA - Master of Business Administration
Northwest Missouri State Univ.
Bachelor of Science -
Northwest Missouri State Univ.
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