Tech Agronomist II-Northeast Nebraska

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 71,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tech Agronomist II to drive sales and support product agronomy in Nebraska. This role involves collaborating with seed dealers, providing technical support, and managing local product portfolios. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agronomy and sales, with a passion for agricultural innovation. Join a dynamic team committed to making a real difference in the agricultural sector and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges in a vibrant environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health care

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related discipline required.
• Experience in agronomy, sales, or field development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with seed dealers to plant trials and collect data.
• Provide technical support and training for seed dealers.
• Manage local product portfolio and production forecasts.

Skills

Agronomy

Sales

Field Development

Research and Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Master's degree in Agriculture

Ph.D. in Agriculture

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Tech Agronomist II-Northeast Nebraska

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Position Overview

In this position, you will work with the area sales team and focus on product agronomy. You will be expected to help achieve or exceed the established regional and territory sales targets by enabling the sales team’s expertise to position the full Bayer portfolio.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful delivery of the squad goals through support of others' role responsibilities;
• Collaborate with Seed Dealers/growers to plant trials, collect required data, maintain and harvest trials;
• Technical support and training for seed dealers and Bayer squad;
• Provide technical information for seed, trait and chemistry products;
• Communicate agronomic value of seed and crop protection products;
• Create an Agronomy Plan for alignment with the squad;
• Build presence and credibility with key growers, seed dealers, crop consultants and other key 3rd party stakeholders;
• Plan and execute tactics to support identified business strategies and objectives;
• Strong leadership in local portfolio management and future year forecasting;
• Recommend and lead new regional projects that drive the business;
• Lead others into alignment with strategies;
• Evaluate new products thoroughly each season to drive future year forecasting and market positioning strategy;
• Drive collaboration and communication between Agronomic Services, Breeding, & Product Teams;
• Assumes challenging assignments outside of standard work/team responsibilities to include squad/unit/country project leadership role(s);
• Influences, leads and communicates cross-functionally;
• Compliance with Bayer safety and vehicle safety policies;
• Product stewardship and use recommendations for the local territory;
• Travel approximately 60% with significant (daily) face-to-face customer interaction;
• Enablement of squad and customer success;
• Agronomy Business Plan to achieve business objectives;
• Local product portfolio management and production forecast leadership;
• Manage the proper use of Product Performance Inquiry claims in alignment with guidelines;
• Launch new products;
• Deliver high quality work, exercise good judgement and make independent decisions without immediate supervision;
• Provides some constructive, solution-based input and contributes ideas to achieve organization goals;
• Unit impact on business results for the squad;
• Recommend and lead new Unit projects that drive the business;
• Leads others into alignment within Unit strategies;
• Main driver in collaboration between Agronomy and other functions;
• Directly and indirectly influence product advancement and Y+1 advancement.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related discipline;
• Experience in agronomy, sales, field development or research and development roles;
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs (a bag of seed);
• Valid driver’s license. Driving record (MVR) will be reviewed (i.e. moving violations, accidents, license suspension, etc.) and must meet guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers;
• Possess a DOT Driver medical card or the ability to obtain one through successfully completing and passing a DOT physical. In addition, candidate must be able to meet all applicable DOT/FMCSA criteria. Drivers with previous DOT driving experience may be required to undergo FMCSA safety checks and applicable review.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related discipline with at least two years of experience in agronomy, sales, field development or research and development roles, OR master’s degree in agriculture or related discipline OR Ph.D. in agriculture or related discipline.

Compensation and Benefits

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $71,576.00 - $107,364.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

Application Process

This job will be available for application until at least May 5, 2025.

Your Application

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

Recruitment Agencies

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

Accessibility

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

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Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Legal Notice

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Location

United States : Nebraska : Residence Based

Division

Crop Science

Reference Code

844068

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