Agricultural Sales Executive
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Hybrid Working
£26,000 – £32,000 + Bonus & Commission (OTE £40,000+)
We are seeking an Agricultural Sales Executive to join a rapidly growing Agri-Tech business. This opportunity is specifically suited to individuals with a genuine farming or agricultural background who can confidently engage with farmers and agricultural businesses through shared industry knowledge and experience.
Whether your experience comes from livestock production, dairy, beef, sheep, arable farming, agricultural services, or the wider rural sector, your understanding of modern farming practices will be essential to success in this role.
Working with warm leads and existing enquiries, you will speak directly with farmers across the UK, helping them identify practical solutions that improve productivity, streamline farm operations, and support day to day business management. Your ability to understand the challenges faced by farmers and communicate effectively within the agricultural community will be a key advantage.
This is a consultative sales role focused on building relationships and delivering value rather than hard selling. While there is no cold calling, the role is highly phone based and requires confidence in managing a busy sales pipeline, with up to 80 outbound calls per day.
The salary range is £26,000–£32,000 depending on experience, with higher salaries available for candidates who can demonstrate both proven commercial ability and strong agricultural expertise.
Key Responsibilities- Engage with warm leads and qualified enquiries from farmers and agricultural businesses throughout the UK
- Manage a high-volume sales pipeline and maintain regular customer contact
- Make up to 80 outbound calls per day to prospective and existing customers
- Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable solutions
- Build strong, long-term relationships within the farming community
- Convert enquiries into sales while delivering an exceptional customer experience
- Achieve agreed sales targets, KPIs, and revenue objectives
- Support customers through onboarding and product implementation
- Attend agricultural events, trade shows, and industry exhibitions when required
- Collaborate closely with internal sales and customer support teams
Agricultural or farming knowledge is a non-negotiable requirement for this position.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate practical experience or a strong background within one or more of the following:
- Farming
- Livestock production
- Dairy farming
- Beef or sheep enterprises
- Arable farming
- Agricultural contracting
- Agricultural supplies or services
- Rural business operations
You should be comfortable discussing farming challenges, agricultural processes, and day to day farm management with customers and be able to build credibility through your industry understanding.
Desired Skills & Experience- Previous sales, telesales, account management, or customer-facing experience would be beneficial
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Commercially minded with a strong desire to succeed
- Passion for the agricultural industry and supporting UK farmers
- Confident using CRM systems and technology platforms
- Highly organised, self-motivated, and proactive
- Full UK driving licence preferred
- Competitive salary of £26,000–£32,000 depending on experience
- Uncapped bonus and commission structure
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Full product and sales training
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Opportunity to work within an innovative and expanding Agri-Tech business
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on agricultural experience who wants to utilise their farming knowledge in a commercial role. If you understand the realities of modern farming, enjoy building relationships, and want to help farmers adopt solutions that make a genuine difference to their businesses, we'd love to hear from you.
Please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates your agricultural or farming experience, as applications without relevant agricultural knowledge will not be considered.
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