Precision Ag Lead — Agronomy, Sales & Tech Support

Southern States Cooperative; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern States Cooperative is seeking a Precision Agriculture Programs Specialist to support and implement SSC Precision Agriculture initiatives at customer sites in Virginia. You will learn GPS, GIS, crop consulting, field scouting and data management to help sales and operations.

The role includes training field staff, developing materials, identifying new business opportunities, and collaborating with regional coordinators to tailor agronomic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Crops Science, Business Management or applicable curriculum.
• Up to one year of experience in the agricultural industry or related field.
• Requires valid Driver’s License; may require Crop Advisor certification; CDL may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides front line support for SSC Precision Agriculture Programs and coordinators.
• Trains and supports member co-ops and field staff on program implementation.
• Develops sales and training materials (Quick Guides, Information Sheets, Communication Sheets).
• Identifies new business opportunities for SSC products and communicates to Precision Ag group for evaluation.
• Supports imagery program management (ground, aerial, satellite).
• Works with coordinators to refine agronomic recommendation equations for Seed, nutrients and crop protection.

Skills

GPS

GIS

Crop consulting

Field scouting

Data management

Sales support

Training

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Crops Science / Business Management

Tools

GIS software

Agronomy data software

Job description

Southern States Cooperative is seeking a Precision Agriculture Programs Specialist to support and implement SSC Precision Agriculture initiatives at customer sites in Virginia. You will learn GPS, GIS, crop consulting, field scouting and data management to help sales and operations.

The role includes training field staff, developing materials, identifying new business opportunities, and collaborating with regional coordinators to tailor agronomic recommendations.