Farm Executive

Job information Farm Executive from the Company NFU Mutual Agency, this latest Farm Executive job vacancy is located in the city Barnstaple. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Agriculture field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description :

The Role

Farm Executive

Salary competitive, with performance-based incentivesFull TimePermanent ContractLocation: North & West DevonMonday – Friday, 9am – 5pm with an hour lunch break

Introduction to NFU Mutual NFU Mutual offers a wide range of products and services, including general insurance, life, pensions and investments and has been providing quality insurance for its customers, for over 110 years. We carefully balance delivering excellent service to our customers whilst ensuring the business is run effectively. As a mutual, supporting our customers and paying their claims comes first. We are a top ten UK insurance company and the UK’s largest rural insurer, with an agency network of over 250 local offices. About the Agency As a local agency of NFU Mutual we deliver a first-class service, and sell their product range across our region, to customers old and new, who are at the core of everything we do. We are a business where honesty, integrity, and trust are at the heart of our values. We champion the personal approach to customer service that NFU Mutual are famous for.

An exciting opportunity has now arisen within the Barnstaple, Bideford & Halwill Agency.

About the role:

• Account Management: Oversee and manage a portfolio of farm accounts, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
• Sales Growth: Identify opportunities to grow revenue within existing accounts through cross-selling and upselling of products and services.
• New Business Development: Proactively seek out and secure new business opportunities to meet and exceed the roles new business target.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Market Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to identify potential opportunities and threats.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on sales activities, account status, and progress towards targets.
• Membership recruitment- Lead initiatives to drive membership recruitment for the National Farmers Union.

About you:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Farm Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing farm accounts, growing and cross-selling to our existing client base, and achieving a new business target. This role requires a strong understanding of the agricultural industry, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in sales and account management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales, account management, or a similar role within the agricultural industry.
• Strong understanding of farm operations and agricultural products.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

Our commitment to you:

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Please apply in writing with CV and covering letter to: Jonny May – Jonathan_May@nfumutual.co.uk

Closing date for all applications: 30/03.

Please note you will be employed by an Agent of NFU Mutual and not NFU Mutual directly.