Sales Associate Ag Lending

Empowered to live. Inspired to work. Compeer Financial is a member-owned cooperative located in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together team members with a variety of backgrounds and experiences to help provide financial services to support agriculture and rural communities. Join us in a culture that not only promotes meaningful work and professional development, but provides a flexible, hybrid work environment and excellent benefits, which empower you to thrive both personally and professionally. How we support you: Hybrid model – up to 50% work from home Flexible schedules including ample flexibility in the summer months Up to 9% towards 401k (3% fixed Compeer contribution plus up to 6% match) Benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life & AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, wellness program & EAP Vacation, sick leave, holidays/floating holidays, parental leave, and volunteer paid time off Learning and development programs Mentorship programs Cross-functional committee opportunities (i.e. Inclusion Council, emerging professional groups, etc.) Professional membership/certification reimbursement and more! Casual/seasonal & intern team members are not eligible for benefits except for state-mandated programs. To learn more about Compeer Financial visit www.compeer.com/careers . Where you will work : This position is located primarily onsite, working out of the Worthington, MN office location. The contributions you will make: This position participates in a 6-18-month training program designed to develop a high-performing sales team member. The primary focus of the program is sales training, with a particular emphasis on Ag Lending and Crop and Livestock Insurance. The incumbent follows a comprehensive syllabus that includes modules on Sales, Crop Insurance, Credit, Appraisal, and Marketing. Upon successful completion of the program, the incumbent is well prepared to assume a sales position in Ag Lending or Crop and Livestock Insurance. A typical day: Participates in classroom and experiential training to gain in-depth understanding of the agricultural industry. Facilitates learning and collaboration by engaging with team members across Compeer’s diverse geographical locations. Attends agricultural meetings, farm open houses/tours, trade shows, extension meetings and other networking events to keep current on agriculture and financial market changes. Attends education events, training events and industry meetings to advance professional and technical skills. Markets loans and related services, establishing new market relationships that will contribute towards attainment of Compeer’s goals and business objectives. Assists with the maintenance of prospect files, establishing ongoing prospecting plans and activities, and developing and making a commitment to individual sales goals for both loans and related services. Administers loans, policies and appraisals to cultivate positive client relationships that contribute to Compeer’s success. Assists in building client relationships and prospecting new clients, while collaborating with experienced sales team members to establish criteria for long-term success. Accompanies sales team members on client and prospect visits, and actively participates in the sales process. Processes loans, utilizes loan origination system, and analyzes financial information assigned by Marketplace Leadership. Assists with research as directed by team leader to advance the department or organization. Fills in for a departed full-time sales person until a full-time position is hired. Provides support with responsibilities during the vacancy of a full-time sales position as needed. The skills and experience we prefer you have: Bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics, ag business or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essentials functions of the job. Experience in agribusiness/farming industry, agricultural credit…