Feed Intern

, Iowa

Office Hours: 8am - 5pm

Intern Title: Feed Intern

Revision Date: 05/20/2021

Reports to: VP Animal Nutrition

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Unpaid

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The feed intern will combine their classroom knowledge with real-world, hands on experience by working directly with Territory Sales Managers, purchasing agents, warehouse foreman, and customer service personnel.

PERFORMANCE SKILLS:

· Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate reasoning.

· Excellent communication, writing and critical thinking skills.

· Manage time and effectively prioritize work tasks.

· Work collaboratively, exhibit effective social and interpersonal communication skills.

· Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to problems.

· Flexible and adapt to changing business surroundings.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Participate in calls and surveys with customers and ensuring their needs are met.

· Develop in-store selling skills.

· Observe and assist customers with their needs and learn how to efficiently take customer over-the-phone orders.

· Learn what it takes to keep our warehouse appropriately stocked.

· Spend time in the feed warehouse getting familiar with sellable products and strategies.

REQUIREMENTS:

· Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Self-starter attitude

· Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas

· High level of attention to detail

· Valid driver’s license is required

THIS DESCRIPTION DOES NOT LIST ALL DUTIES. INTERN MAY BE ASKED TO PERFORM OTHER DUTIES BY THE STAFF OR SUPERVISOR. INTERN WILL BE EVALUATED ON PERFORMANCE OF THE PROJECTS LISTED AS WELL AS INTERACTION WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS. ON-SITE HOURS WILL BE NEGOTIATED WITH EACH CANDIDATE.

SAFETY EXPECTATIONS, INCLUDING HARASSMENT, SHOULD BE REVIEWED WITH THE HOST.

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