WinField United Associate Program - Market Development Agronomist (MDA)

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time Market Development Agronomist Associate to enhance its seed and crop protection offerings. This role offers a unique 2-year rotation program that combines structured learning with hands-on experience, enabling you to develop agronomy expertise and sales skills. You'll conduct research, support training initiatives, and communicate vital agronomic information to diverse audiences. If you're passionate about agriculture and eager to make a difference in the industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Education Assistance

Well-Being Resources

Qualifications

• Undergrad or master's student in agronomy or related field.
• Sales or ag retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis related to products.
• Facilitate training sessions and communicate technical information.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Sales Skills

Education

Undergraduate in Agronomy

Master's in Agronomy

Job description

WinField United Associate Program - Market Development Agronomist (MDA)

WinField United, a Land O’Lakes, Inc. company, focuses passionately on our customers. We offer top-performing seeds, value-added crop protection, crop nutrient products, and a portfolio of services backed by data-driven agronomic expertise, innovative technology, and a commitment to sustainability.

We seek a full-time Market Development Agronomist (MDA) Associate to help expand our seed and crop protection products, services, and market reach. The role involves conducting research and analysis related to our products, collaborating with the MDA team on project planning and execution, and supporting training initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive problem-solving approach. Responsibilities include facilitating training sessions and communicating technical agronomic information to sales teams, retail sellers, and growers to enhance understanding of active ingredients, modes of action, pest or nutrient deficiencies, and agronomic recommendations. This will help promote products that reduce crop stresses and improve yields and profitability.

Training Program : This role offers a 2-year rotation with structured learning and mentorship to deepen agronomy expertise and develop skills for career growth, potentially leading to roles such as an agronomist or advanced sales position within our organization.

Work Location : Eastern Kansas

Requirements :

• Undergrad or master's student in agronomy or related field, with a Dec or May graduation date
• Sales or ag retail experience, with customer interaction and sales skills; prior sales experience preferred
• Knowledge of the retail system
• Desire to learn technical agronomy and become a subject matter expert
• Willingness to travel 50% or more, including daily, extended hours, and occasional overnight stays within the assigned area
• Proactive communication skills, including seeking clarification and sharing updates
• Ability to customize presentations and communicate effectively to diverse audiences
• Organizational skills for managing data, documents, and projects

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join a Fortune farmer- and member-owned cooperative reimagining food industry standards. Recognized as a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and listed among TIME's Most Influential Companies.

Benefits typically include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, and well-being resources. Part-time employees may receive prorated PTO, holiday pay, and development programs.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. We maintain a drug-free workplace and conduct post-employment substance testing.

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