Application Support Specialist jobs in Minot, ND

This position can be based in one of the following Butler Machinery locations...

• Bismarck
• Dickinson
• Minot

There is no better time to be part of the growing, dynamic world of agriculture – making the practice of farming more accurate and efficient. Butler Machinery is looking for an Application Product Specialist, someone who can become our expert in all things agriculture. Our Application Product Specialist will do equipment demonstrations and deliveries, drive sales, and provide technical assistance as well as training of all Ag product lines and Precision Ag products. Be our advocate in driving the adoption of Precision Ag for our growers and providing the premium line of ag equipment offered by Butler Machinery. Don’t wait, apply today!

Our ideal future teammate values great relationships with everyone in the company, is customer-driven, strives for excellence every day, has high levels of integrity and accountability and focuses on safety in everything he/she does. The continued success of our business is dependent upon a team that believes in our company mission, demonstrates our values every day and is hungry to grow their careers.

We have a generous retirement plan with 10% guaranteed and up to 5% discretionary provided by the company annually once eligibility is met, with no minimum required contributions out of your pocket. This is your opportunity to grow professionally with an industry-leading equipment provider with a 65 year presence in the marketplace!

The pay scale for this position starts at $71,100/year and depends on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Works with the sales force and management to act as a resource for the promotion of the technology portfolio of products.
• Conducts presentations to demonstrate and promote the sale of advanced agriculture technology with customers, at stores, coops and schools.
• Develops sales activities and documents activities in Sales Link.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of agriculture technology products and those of our competitors.
• Attends annual sales meetings and store sales meetings as directed or needed.
• Provides input for marketing and advertising campaigns for the year.
• Actively cares and advocates safety at Butler Machinery. Adhere to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards.
• Demonstrations and deliveries of all Ag product lines.
• Troubleshoots problems with equipment in the field.
• Is responsible for the training of all new and existing Ag equipment and technology for customers and associates.
• Sets up Ag shows.
• Manages customers inquiries via telephone, email, and text with technical questions on Fendt, Challenger, Ag-Chem, Willmar, Loral, and Spra-Coupe application equipment, along with Agriculture GPS based products used for application machine guidance and control.
• Responsible for taking after hours calls to assist customers.
• Contacts customers to ensure satisfaction with products after delivery.
• Assists the Ag and Application Sales professionals in demos of Application equipment demos and deliveries.
• Conducts technology service training in the off season.
• Works within and promotes vision, mission, and values of BMC.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Good customer relations and communication skills – both written and verbal are essential
• Working knowledge of the local agriculture industry and equipment. Trimble experience is desired.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite Software (Excel, Word, Access, Internet, etc.).
• Able (and qualified) to drive Butler Machinery provided vehicle.
• Ability to operate agricultural and application equipment for the purpose of demonstration and training
• Time management and presentation skills are required
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of competitive machines and precision Ag machinery
• Ability to travel up to 60%

As a family business for three generations, we currently employ over 900 associates in 20 locations throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Nebraska. We are looking for self-motivated, forward-thinking individuals to join us in our continued success. If you desire to start your career with our team, here are some things we offer within our full benefits package:

• 10% Annual Retirement Employer Contribution, with Additional 5% Discretionary Employer Contribution
• Health Insurance – 4 plan options including 3 High Deductible plans
• Health Savings Account (with High Deductible plan options) – Employer contribution up to $1,100/year
• Flexible Benefit Plans
• Dental Insurance – 2 plan options
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Company Vehicle
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability Coverage – 60% of base pay/salary
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Maternity / Paternity Benefits
• Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(K) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including Health Coaching
• SmartDollar – employer paid financial planning program
• Legal Shield/ID Shield products
• AFLAC options - Cancer Insurance/Accident/Hospitalization/Short Term Disability

Butler Machinery Diversity & Inclusion Statement:

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $71,100.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to Relocate:

• Bismarck, ND 58501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person