Sales Team Leader

Job DescriptionThe OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity to join our best-in-class sales force as a Sales Team Lead. In this role, you will oversee, coach, and motivate the Northeast region sales team (NY, PA, MI, IN, OH straight through the NE US). You will be focused on identifying primary customer segments and providing world class service to our existing customers. The purpose of this position is to assist with the development and growth of the Northeast team.You will work with the current portfolio of customers and the Alta sales staff to secure new accounts and you will be familiar with managing the profit & loss of the overall business.You must live in one of the states within the region and be open to ample travel within the US.Primary Responsibilities Lead, develop and motivate sales and technical team and maximize total revenues Communicate and promote the company to establish the brand and market presence Responsible for strategic planning, business development, and profitability Budget management Help to grow AI technician services program and implement core client relationship programs focused on progressive dairies. Strong contribution and engagement in quarterly US Sales meetingsSkills and Qualifications Bachelor Degree is preferred (focus in Animal Science, Dairy Science or Agricultural Science is desirable) Possess a sound agricultural background and/or dairy industry experience Proven track record of success within a target driven sales environment People management experience is considered an assetAbout the TeamAlta Genetics is a global leader in the production, marketing, and distribution of beef and dairy cattle genetics worldwide, with retail operations in 14 markets and partners in more than 55 wholesale markets. We provide dairy and beef consulting services and solutions in cow activity and health monitoring, calf nutrition, reproduction, and herd management programs. Through industry-leading training and development programs, Alta Genetics aspires to be the most resourceful, valuable, and trusted partner for progressive dairy farms and beef ranches that nourish the world through sustainable and profitable operations. Alta has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. URUS is a holding company with cooperative and private ownership and is positioned at the heart of the dairy and beef industry. Its family of companies include Alta Genetics, GENEX, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, AgSource, Trans Ova Genetics, VAS and Leachman Cattle of Colorado, with each having its own unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS Group has 26 operating companies in 15 countries and employs approximately 2,400 people.