Agronomist West TN

GreenPoint Ag • Covington, TN

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About The Position

Responsible for field-level agronomic technical support and trials for assigned retail/member cooperative locations and their grower customers in assigned areas. Responsible for on-farm research trials across crops, crop protection, fertilizer, and seed. This position will work closely with location managers, sellers, and agronomy counterparts on the team. Responsible for product development through research trials in conjunction with basic manufacturers and universities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, agribusiness, or related field
• Specific position qualifications and progression may apply for this position based on experience
• Skill Level I – Entry level; works under supervision of manager
• Skill Level II – Recognized locally; works without supervision with direction from manager
• Skill Level III – Recognized throughout state; provides direction for program in region
• Skill Level IV – Recognized regionally (multi-state); responsible for direction of program in region and contributing to overall direction of the program
• Skill Level V (future) – Recognized across regions (multi-state); responsible for direction of program
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal skills, and creativity
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to resolve complex customer issues
• Ability to work through technology strategies, both retail and customer-focused
• Detail-oriented, highly motivated and self-starter skills
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously
• Experience with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Current driver’s license; must be able to meet a Motor Vehicle Review in accordance with Company policy

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree or Higher in Agriculture related field
• Strong agronomic and product knowledge background
• Experience with GPAH agronomy product lines, vendors, and manufacturers is a plus
• Experience with corn, cotton, wheat and soybeans preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to all safety protocols, regulations, and guidelines set forth by local, state, and federal agencies
• Works with assigned locations providing agronomic technical support and product development through conducting field trials and product evaluation of seed, crop protection, and crop nutrients
• Contribute to agronomy training formal and informal for retail locations
• Work through locations to provide farm-level, agronomic expertise
• Provide timely execution of directives and initiatives from Agronomy leadership
• Provide adequate and clear communication to growers, location staff, and the Agronomy team concerning job tasks, projects, execution, and timing
• Promote sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices.
• Collaboration with Ag Tech team members, GPAH Departments, Industry Agronomist, and Universities
• Provide training and education to clients and team members on agronomic best practices.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Always represent GreenPoint Ag’s Agronomic services in a professional manner
• Perform all other job functions as assigned
• May supervise interns on an intermittent basis, as applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level