Remote Agritech Consultant

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Fully remote

Diverse projects

Continuous learning

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Agritech Consultant to guide farms in adopting advanced technologies, including IoT, drones, sensors, and data analytics. You will assess operations, recommend solutions, develop implementation plans, and provide ongoing training to help clients improve efficiency, sustainability, and profitability from anywhere.

This leadership role requires a strong background in agricultural science or engineering, excellent communication, and the ability to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of agricultural consulting experience.
• Deep knowledge of agritech solutions (IoT, AI, data analytics).
• Ability to translate agricultural challenges into technology-driven solutions.
• Excellent consulting, communication, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients' farming operations and identify tech enhancements.
• Recommend agritech solutions (IoT, drones, software).
• Develop implementation plans and guide adoption of new tech.
• Provide ongoing training on agritech tools.
• Analyze farm data to derive actionable insights and measure impact.
• Stay updated with agritech trends.

Skills

Agricultural consulting

Remote work

Client management

Data analytics

IoT knowledge

AI understanding

Communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Agricultural Science/Engineering/IT

Tools

Farm management software

IoT devices

Drones

Sensors

Data analytics platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Remote Agritech Consultant to provide expert guidance on integrating technology into agricultural practices. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere and impact farms across various regions. You will advise clients on selecting, implementing, and optimizing cutting-edge agricultural technologies, including farm management software, sensors, automation, and data analytics. Your role will be crucial in helping farms enhance efficiency, sustainability, and profitability through informed technological adoption. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of both agricultural principles and modern agritech solutions .

Key Responsibilities

• Assess clients' current farming operations and identify opportunities for technological enhancement.
• Recommend and advise on the selection of appropriate agritech solutions, such as IoT devices, drones, and software platforms.
• Develop implementation plans and guide clients through the process of adopting new technologies.
• Provide ongoing support and training to clients on the effective use of agritech tools.
• Analyze farm data to provide actionable insights and measure the impact of technology adoption.
• Stay current with the latest advancements and trends in the agritech industry.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Agricultural Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (8+ years) in agricultural consulting, with a strong specialization in agricultural technology .
• In-depth knowledge of various agritech solutions, including IoT, AI, data analytics, and farm management software.
• Proven ability to understand complex agricultural challenges and translate them into technology-driven solutions.
• Excellent consulting, communication, and client management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Very competitive salary and executive-level compensation package.
• Fully remote work flexibility, allowing work from any location.
• Significant impact on advancing sustainable and efficient agriculture through technology.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of innovative projects and clients.
• Continuous learning and exposure to the forefront of agritech innovation.