Precision Ag Lead Req (12675)

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

Provides sales support and technical assistance on the implementation and delivery of Southern States Cooperative (SSC) Precision Agriculture Programs at customer farming and production sites. Learns and develops technical knowledge of GPS (Global Navigation Satellite System), GIS (Geographic Information System), crop consulting, field scouting, and data management. May perform designated field operations to build relationships and sales.

General Summary

Develop, maintain and implement Precision Farming Programs in an assigned territory through any applicable Southern States business operation.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides front line support for Southern States member cooperatives and COR Precision Ag Coordinators.
• Trains and supports member co-op and company-owned field staff on implementation of the Precision Farming Programs.
• Defines the needs for sales and training materials for implementation of products, such as Quick Guides, Information Sheets, Communication Sheets, etc. for software and equipment products.
• Identifies new business opportunities for products and services available in Southern States network and communicate to the Precision Ag group in Richmond for evaluation.
• Provides front line support for sales and management of Southern States Coop imagery program. Including ground, aerial (plane or UAV) and satellite.
• Works with Precision Ag Coordinators and others to develop and fine-tune agronomic recommendation equations for Seed, Crop Nutrients and Crop Protection products to make proprietary equations that are marketable.
• Develops and implements new and enhanced Precision Ag Programs to producers and growers.
• Works with service locations, managed coops and private dealers to perform periodic "market research" of technology practices and needs within the designated territory.
• Monitors performance of precision agronomy sales, operations, and goals for assigned region.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Pay-$25.55-$32.55.
• Territory covers VA areas in-Amelia, Burkeville, King William, Fredericksburg and Richmond.

A combination of completed coursework and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Education: College degree, Bachelor's or Associates, in Crops Science, Business Management or applicable curriculum. (Associates degree would require more experience for consideration)

• Experience: Up to one (1) year of experience in the agricultural industry with knowledge of best practices related to farming and crop production. Previous Southern States work experience a plus.

• Certification & Licensing: Requires valid Driver’s License, Requires Certified Crop Advisor (or ability to obtain), May require Commercial Driver's License

Southern States Cooperative, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against individuals based on their race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws, or regulations.