Technical Agronomist II-West Central Minnesota

Minnesota Ag Connection; United States; Remote; USD 72,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Technical Agronomist II, where you'll play a crucial role in advancing agriculture through innovative solutions. In this dynamic position, you'll leverage your agronomic expertise to drive sales success and collaborate with key stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include executing field trials, providing technical support, and developing agronomy business plans. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the agricultural sector while being part of a diverse and dedicated team. If you're ready to tackle challenges and contribute to a mission of 'Health for all, Hunger for none,' this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Care

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

PTO

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in agriculture or related discipline required.
• Proven ability to develop agronomy business plans aligned with sales.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field scale testing programs for Bayer seed products.
• Provide technical support and training for seed dealers and sales team.

Skills

Agronomy Business Planning

Communication Skills

Technical Support

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Agriculture

M.S. in Agriculture

Ph.D. in Agriculture

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Job Details

Job Title:

Technical Agronomist II-West Central Minnesota

Location:

Residence Based , Midwest United States ,USA

Company:

Bayer

Industry Sector:

Agribusiness

Industry Type:

Plant & Soil Sciences, Seed & Biotechnology

Career Type:

Engineering

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

N/A

Salary:

Competitive

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Technical Agronomist II-West Central Minnesota

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.

Technical Agronomist II-West Central Minnesota

This Territory will cover West Central Minnesota.

The Technical Agronomist plays a pivotal role as the area sales team and product agronomic leader. You are responsible, along with the Area Business Manager, for achieving or exceeding established regional and territory sales targets. You will drive the success of the sales team by leveraging your agronomic expertise to strategically position the Bayer portfolio, including seed, crop protection, and Climate FieldView, to deliver tailored solutions for customers. Your local impact on business results is central to our mission of advancing agriculture through innovative solutions.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute field scale testing programs, including trials for Bayer seed products and Ground Breaker trials for new product launches;
• Collaborate with seed dealers and growers to plant trials, collect data, maintain and harvest trials;
• Provide technical support and training for seed dealers and Bayer sales team, aligning with business priorities;
• Communicate agronomic positioning and benefits of seed, trait, and crop protection products;
• Create and implement an Agronomy Business Plan to align with the sales team, focusing on strategies and prioritized activities to achieve business objectives;
• Build your profile as a technical expert in the territory, establishing credibility with key stakeholders such as growers, seed dealers, and crop consultants;
• Comply with Bayer safety and vehicle safety policies, ensuring squad and customer success through high-quality work and sound judgment;
• Manage product performance inquiry settlement authority, ensuring proper guidance and resolution for claims exceeding specified thresholds.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in agriculture or related discipline;
• Proven ability to develop and execute agronomy business plans that align with sales objectives;
• Strong communication skills to articulate agronomic benefits and product positioning to diverse audiences;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive business success;
• Demonstrated leadership in technical support and training, enhancing the capabilities of the sales team and seed dealers;
• Position requires driving for the company that may fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, including hauling trailers, product, supplies, or equipment safely;
• Proficiency in managing product inquiries and resolutions, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in agriculture or related discipline with a minimum of 5 (BS), 2 (MS), or 1 (Ph.D.) years of experience in agronomy, sales, field development, or R&D roles.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $72,000 - $107,000. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.. This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

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.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location: Residence Based

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 845054

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.

Technical Agronomist II-West Central Minnesota

This Territory will cover West Central Minnesota.

The Technical Agronomist plays a pivotal role as the area sales team and product agronomic leader. You are responsible, along with the Area Business Manager, for achieving or exceeding established regional and territory sales targets. You will drive the success of the sales team by leveraging your agronomic expertise to strategically position the Bayer portfolio, including seed, crop protection, and Climate FieldView, to deliver tailored solutions for customers. Your local impact on business results is central to our mission of advancing agriculture through innovative solutions.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute field scale testing programs, including trials for Bayer seed products and Ground Breaker trials for new product launches;
• Collaborate with seed dealers and growers to plant trials, collect data, maintain and harvest trials;
• Provide technical support and training for seed dealers and Bayer sales team, aligning with business priorities;
• Communicate agronomic positioning and benefits of seed, trait, and crop protection products;
• Create and implement an Agronomy Business Plan to align with the sales team, focusing on strategies and prioritized activities to achieve business objectives;
• Build your profile as a technical expert in the territory, establishing credibility with key stakeholders such as growers, seed dealers, and crop consultants;
• Comply with Bayer safety and vehicle safety policies, ensuring squad and customer success through high-quality work and sound judgment;
• Manage product performance inquiry settlement authority, ensuring proper guidance and resolution for claims exceeding specified thresholds.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in agriculture or related discipline;
• Proven ability to develop and execute agronomy business plans that align with sales objectives;
• Strong communication skills to articulate agronomic benefits and product positioning to diverse audiences;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive business success;
• Demonstrated leadership in technical support and training, enhancing the capabilities of the sales team and seed dealers;
• Position requires driving for the company that may fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, including hauling trailers, product, supplies, or equipment safely;
• Proficiency in managing product inquiries and resolutions, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with company policies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in agriculture or related discipline with a minimum of 5 (BS), 2 (MS), or 1 (Ph.D.) years of experience in agronomy, sales, field development, or R&D roles.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $72,000 - $107,000. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.. This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

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.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer. Location: Residence Based Division: Crop Science Reference Code: 845054

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