Technical Agronomist (Veg/Arable)

TN United Kingdom; Bury St Edmunds; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative specialist nutrition firm is seeking a Technical Agronomist to enhance market presence in the vegetable and arable sectors. This role is pivotal in promoting new agricultural technologies and providing expert technical support to customers. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions and manage customer accounts. With a focus on market development and product innovation, this position offers a comprehensive package, including a fully expensed vehicle and modern technology to facilitate your work. If you are passionate about agriculture and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Fully expensed electric or fuel car

Laptop

Phone

Qualifications

• Experience in crop production and pest management is essential.
• Strong understanding of environmental challenges in agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Identify trends and opportunities in the vegetable and horticulture sectors.
• Build relationships with customers and provide technical support.
• Conduct assessments and offer tailored recommendations.

Skills

Self-motivated

BASIS Certificate in Crop Production Veg

Knowledge of plant physiology

Understanding of UK growing conditions

Awareness of bio stimulant markets

Education

BASIS Certificate in Crop Production Veg

FACTS Certification

Job description

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Job Title: Technical Agronomist (Veg/Arable), Bury St Edmunds

Client: Redfox Executive

Location: Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2c303f728075

Job Views: 9

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

The Technical Agronomist at our innovative specialist nutrition client will focus on the vegetable and arable crop sectors. This role is essential in promoting the adoption of new agricultural technologies and providing technical support to customers and end users. The successful candidate will collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions, manage customer accounts, and contribute to expanding our client's market presence.

Key Responsibilities

Market Development

• Identify emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities within the vegetable, agriculture, and horticulture sectors.
• Work with the leadership team to develop initiatives that increase market presence.
• Create targeted technical materials and updates to support customers and end users.

Customer Account Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers across the UK.
• Visit customers and end users to raise awareness and educate on product use.
• Serve as the primary contact for customer inquiries, providing technical guidance and resolving issues.

Technical Expertise and Support

• Provide expert advice on crop production, pest and disease management, and crop nutrition.
• Conduct on-site visits to assess operations and offer tailored recommendations.
• Stay updated on advancements in crop cultivation and environmental challenges.

Product Development and Improvement

• Gather customer feedback and market insights to inform product development.
• Collaborate with R&D and product management for new innovations.
• Participate in product testing, validation, and interpretation of R&D data into customer-friendly formats.
• Engage with organic farmer/grower associations for product validation and approval.

Key Skills

• Highly self-motivated individual.
• BASIS Certificate in Crop Production Veg and FACTS preferred.
• Knowledge of plant physiology, environmental challenges, and crop protection market.
• Understanding of UK growing conditions, environmental schemes, and regulations.
• Awareness of the UK and European bio stimulant markets.
• Understanding of soil science, soil health, and the rhizosphere.

The role offers a comprehensive package, including a fully expensed electric or fuel car, laptop, phone, etc. The position is home-based, ideally within the East Anglian region. To discuss this role confidentially, please contact Ian Reed at Redfox or apply via this website.