Ag Crop Advisor

Coop Shared Services, LLC • Rexburg, ID

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The position of Crop Advisor is of great significance to Valley Agronomics. A person in this position is responsible for attracting new customers while also developing and supporting relationships with the location. customer base. You will be responsible for developing long-term relationships with identified customers and working face to face with crop producers on the farm. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years agronomy experience.
• Must have strong technical knowledge of fertilizer, chemical and seed products.
• State consultant licenses and endorsements, where applicable.
• Certified Crop Advisor, Certified Professional Agronomist or equivalent experience.
• Must have strong communication skills; ability to communicate in appropriate, professional manner with managers, supervisors, employees, customers, vendors and general public.
• Strictly follow all company policies which include safety and regulatory.
• Must maintain appropriate and expected levels of customer service.
• Must have strong relationship building skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Ag Business or other Ag related degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of agronomy operations experience with the understanding of seed and crop production practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes and coordinates the sales of crop nutrition products, crop protection products, seed, technologies, and services.
• Implements marketing and sales plans; establish and meet sales goals; and network with industry representatives to expand sales opportunities.
• Examines fields for yield, quality, adaptation to specific soils or climates, and resistance to diseases and pests.
• Help growers discover best methods of planting, cultivation, harvesting, irrigation, and effects of various climatic conditions on crops.
• Scout fields and develop methods for control of noxious weeds, crop diseases, and insect pests.
• Monitor competitive products and marketing activities.
• Communicate information regarding products and services with customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree