Technical Agronomist III

Merck & Co.; Nebraska; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Technical Agronomist III in Nebraska. This role focuses on agricultural product leadership, collaborating closely with sales and marketing to enhance crop yields. Responsibilities include managing field trials, technical support for dealers, and relationship building with growers.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in agronomy and solid technical knowledge. If you're ready to make a significant impact in agronomy, join us!

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to manage travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field-scale testing programs.
• Provide technical support for seed dealers.
• Communicate agronomic value to stakeholders.

Skills

Agronomic knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Field trial management

Education

Bachelor's degree in agronomy or related field

Job description

Overview

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 III

The Technical Agronomist III (TA) role empowers you to be the agronomic and product leader within your local squad, partnering closely with sales, product management, agronomy, agronomic services, and marketing to achieve or exceed ambitious sales targets; you leverage your deep agronomic expertise to position the full Bayer portfolio for current and future business success, supporting sales teams and farmers with expert guidance that enhances crop yields and farm profitability; You collaborate with sales representatives to engage dealers and customers, develop customized crop management solutions tailored to local conditions, and promote the use of digital tools for data analysis and insight sharing; You also play a pivotal role in conducting field plots for product testing and comparison, assessing crop health, recommending pest and disease management strategies, and overseeing inquiries and claims related to product performance, while effectively communicating through various channels to deliver timely, impactful information that strengthens Bayer’s reputation and customer relationships.

This territory will cover Southeast Nebraska

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Tech Agronomist III, are to:

• Plan and execute field-scale testing programs, including planting trials, collecting required data, maintaining plots, and ensuring timely harvest to generate robust agronomic insights;
• Collaborate with seed dealers and growers to design and implement trials, evaluate new products each season, and translate trial outcomes into clear recommendations that shape future-year forecasting and market positioning strategies;
• Provide technical support and training for seed dealers, Bayer squad members, and other stakeholders on seed, trait, and chemistry products, including product selection, application techniques, and best agronomic practices;
• Communicate the agronomic value and benefits of seed and crop protection products, creating and executing an Agronomy Plan that aligns with squad business strategies and objectives and supports the achievement of local sales targets;
• Build strong presence and credibility with key growers, seed dealers, crop consultants, local agronomists, and other third-party stakeholders, maintaining frequent face-to-face interactions and leveraging digital channels to share timely agronomic information;
• Lead local portfolio management and production forecasting for your territory, including local product portfolio decisions, launch of new products, and stewardship and use recommendations that support both short- and long-term business success;
• Ensure compliance with Bayer safety and vehicle safety policies and guidelines, manage the proper use of Product Performance Inquiry claims, and uphold high standards of product stewardship, legal use, and regulatory adherence for crop protection and seed products;
• Develop and execute an Agronomy Business Plan that supports squad and unit objectives, collaborating closely with Product Teams, Breeding, Field Sales Reps, Customer Business Advisors, Technical Agronomists, Digital Enablement Leads, Technical Development Representatives, and other internal partners to deliver high-quality work and contribute solutions that advance organizational goals.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy or a related agricultural or scientific discipline, or a closely aligned field of study;
• Valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain a DOT license and safely manage extensive travel requirements (approximately 60% travel) with frequent face-to-face customer interaction;
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work safely and effectively in field-based environments, including handling trial equipment, product samples, and other agronomic materials;
• Strong agronomic and technical knowledge across seed, trait, and crop protection portfolios, including experience planning and executing field trials, interpreting agronomic data, and translating insights into practical recommendations;
• Proficiency in collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., sales, product management, agronomy, marketing, digital enablement) and external partners (e.g., seed dealers, growers, crop consultants) to achieve shared business objectives;
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex agronomic concepts clearly, educate sales teams and customers on the legal use of crop protection and seed products, and engage audiences through in-person meetings and digital channels;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work, exercise sound judgment, and make independent decisions without immediate supervision, while contributing constructive, solution-based input to help achieve organizational goals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 (BS), 4 (MS), or 3 (Ph.D.) years of experience in agronomy, sales, field development, or R&D-related roles, with the degree completed by the start date;
• Experience managing local product portfolios, including production forecasting, product launch support, and stewardship and use recommendations for a defined territory;
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong customer and stakeholder relationships that enhance company image and support long-term business growth;
• Familiarity with digital agronomy tools and platforms for data analysis, insight generation, and information sharing, and an interest in promoting their adoption among customers and internal teams.

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 Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

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Location: United States : Nebraska : Residence Based

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 874134

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