Golden Harvest Agronomy Sales Associate

Syngenta; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agriculture is seeking a dynamic Golden Harvest Agronomy Sales Associate to join their team. This individual will work closely with the sales team to provide agronomic support, helping customers make informed decisions about seed selection and crop management. The ideal candidate is passionate about leveraging technology to enhance agricultural productivity and must possess a strong understanding of agronomy principles.

Benefits

Competitive Income

Flexible locations within the Chana / Rochelle area

Entrepreneurial opportunity to build your own book business

Agronomic support, sales & systems training

Digital tools to support in running your business

Additional tools & resources to help with growing your business

Qualifications

• Recommended: Associate's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field.
• Experience in farming, agronomy, crop consulting, or agricultural sales preferred.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work flexible hours during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field visits and provide on-site agronomic support to farmers.
• Collaborate with farmers to develop customized agronomic plans.
• Educate customers on the benefits of Golden Harvest Seeds products.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Agronomic Principles

Agricultural Technology Tools

Education

Associate's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field

Tools

GPS

GIS

Farm Management Software

Job description

Company Description

Golden Harvest brand corn and soybeans is looking to partner with self-motivated individuals with entrepreneurial aspirations interested in joining an existing Golden Harvest Seed Advisor business.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and tech-savvy Golden Harvest Agronomy Sales Associate to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with our Golden Harvest sales team to support our customers in making informed decisions about seed selection, crop management, and agricultural technology adoption. The ideal candidate is a young agricultural professional who is passionate about leveraging technology to help our growers maximize their corn & soybean yields.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct field visits and provide on-site agronomic support to farmers, including crop scouting, soil sampling, and pest management recommendations.
• Collaborate with farmers to develop customized agronomic plans based on field data, environmental factors, and market trends.
• Educate customers on the benefits of Golden Harvest Seeds products and assist with product demonstrations and trials.
• Collect and analyze agronomic data to assess the performance of different seed varieties and crop management practices.
• Assist sales team in identifying customer needs and recommending tailored solutions to optimize crop production.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide feedback on product performance, market trends, and customer needs.
• Stay informed of the latest agricultural technologies, including precision farming tools, remote sensing technologies, and digital agronomy platforms.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with farmers and industry stakeholders.
• Recommended: Associate's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field.
• Experience in farming, agronomy, crop consulting, or agricultural sales preferred.
• Strong understanding of agronomic principles, crop physiology, and soil science.
• Proficiency in agricultural technology tools, including GPS, GIS, and farm management software.
• Proven track record of problem-solving and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work flexible hours during peak seasons.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Income
• Flexible locations within the Chana / Rochelle area
• Entrepreneurial opportunity to buildyour own book business
• Agronomic support, sales & systems training, sales team support
• Digital tools to support in running your business
• Additional tools & resources to help with growing your business

This opportunity is not an offer for employment with Syngenta. Independent Agronomy Sales Associates are self-employed in partnership with Golden Harvest.

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