Technical Nutrition Agronomist (Agriculture Research - Boardman, Hermiston,Pasco)
DescriptionDo you have an Agriculture or Soil Science degree? Do you have the ability to build strong relationships and work independently? Are you an excellent communicator with the ability to lead and influence? If you said yes to all of these questions, we want to hear from YOU! For nearly a century, Wilbur-Ellis has experienced success and growth in marketing and distributing agricultural products and servicesJoin us and grow your career with a strong and profitable industry leader offering competitive compensation, tremendous growth and development opportunities, and a people-first work environmentCome grow with us! The Technical Nutrition Agronomist (TNA) will be responsible for supporting the Technical Nutrition Manager (PNW) in the Columbia Basin District of Wilbur-Ellis (South Central Washington and North Central Oregon)The TNA will assist in developing sound crop nutritional strategies through data collection and data analysis in TNS (Total Nutrition System), AgVerdict, and Probe ScheduleTNA will work with Crop Advisors, and customers within the geography; specifically, focusing on developing Wilbur-Ellis Plant Nutrition expertise through research and data analysis, and providing Plant Nutrient Recommendations,
Responsibilities:
Develop and utilize precision agricultural tools with an emphasis on nutrition and yield data analysis Develop/optimize existing value-added nutritional offerings Collaborate with Columbia Basin Field Development Team and Sales teams in field evaluation of Nutritional Products, Biostimulants, and Crop Protection productsCollaborate with Field Technology Advisors on Precision Agricultural tool development and adoption Work with the District Sales Manager and Key Account Managers to help identify new key customers, understand their business, determine their needs, and develop nutritional plans Lead in the optimization of the Wilbur-Ellis nutritional database Lead Location Sales Managers in optimizing growth in our nutritional segment and profitability for the territories Lead District Sales Manager in implementing nutritional marketing and sales plans; established and met R&D goals; and network with industry representatives, sales staff, and branded product personnel to expand sales opportunities Build product and market knowledge to add understanding and credibility Become the primary contact between customers and Wilbur-Ellis Company field staff in developing and executing an integrated nutritional strategy that optimizes our customer's goals Strictly follow all company policies which include safety& regulations Participate in industry grower meetings, promoting sound science and the Wilbur-Ellis database of nutritional offerings and strategies Skills and Qualifications Needed:
Master's degree in soil science, or agronomy crop productionPh.
Dpreferred Understanding of Precision Agricultural tools and GIS technologies (SMS and QGIS software) Strong Data analytical skills using statistics, spreadsheets, and databases Extremely goal-oriented with long-term project vision Display a curiosity mindset to establishing solutions to on-farm issues Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills to small and large groups with an ability to lead and influence Detail and accuracy-oriented with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Good interpersonal and team-building skills with the ability to establish relationships with field personnel, peers, and customersAbility to work independently with minimum supervision Ability to travel throughout the region and overnight Physically able to endure outdoor climates including inclement weather Ability to drive ATV and company vehicles responsibly Skills and Qualifications Preferred:
5 years of experience in agriculture research and development preferred 2 years of industry experience working with growers Knowledge of agricultural production and sound soil science Knowledge of fertilizers (dry and liquid) Experience with Field Plot Techniques for product evaluation Compensation and
Benefits:
In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $67,725 to $90,000Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experienceThis position is eligible for yearly bonus, vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefitsFollow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits, COMPANY CULTURE Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, specialty chemicals, and food ingredientsA privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-PacificWilbur-Ellis is for and about people Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our peopleOur employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each otherWilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunitiesAnd we foster a supportive, people-first work environmentFollow our career social media accounts! Instagram:
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35(c) Recommended Skills Analytical Creativity Data Analysis Data Collection Databases Entrepreneurship Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsibilities:
Develop and utilize precision agricultural tools with an emphasis on nutrition and yield data analysis Develop/optimize existing value-added nutritional offerings Collaborate with Columbia Basin Field Development Team and Sales teams in field evaluation of Nutritional Products, Biostimulants, and Crop Protection productsCollaborate with Field Technology Advisors on Precision Agricultural tool development and adoption Work with the District Sales Manager and Key Account Managers to help identify new key customers, understand their business, determine their needs, and develop nutritional plans Lead in the optimization of the Wilbur-Ellis nutritional database Lead Location Sales Managers in optimizing growth in our nutritional segment and profitability for the territories Lead District Sales Manager in implementing nutritional marketing and sales plans; established and met R&D goals; and network with industry representatives, sales staff, and branded product personnel to expand sales opportunities Build product and market knowledge to add understanding and credibility Become the primary contact between customers and Wilbur-Ellis Company field staff in developing and executing an integrated nutritional strategy that optimizes our customer's goals Strictly follow all company policies which include safety& regulations Participate in industry grower meetings, promoting sound science and the Wilbur-Ellis database of nutritional offerings and strategies Skills and Qualifications Needed:
Master's degree in soil science, or agronomy crop productionPh.
Dpreferred Understanding of Precision Agricultural tools and GIS technologies (SMS and QGIS software) Strong Data analytical skills using statistics, spreadsheets, and databases Extremely goal-oriented with long-term project vision Display a curiosity mindset to establishing solutions to on-farm issues Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills to small and large groups with an ability to lead and influence Detail and accuracy-oriented with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Good interpersonal and team-building skills with the ability to establish relationships with field personnel, peers, and customersAbility to work independently with minimum supervision Ability to travel throughout the region and overnight Physically able to endure outdoor climates including inclement weather Ability to drive ATV and company vehicles responsibly Skills and Qualifications Preferred:
5 years of experience in agriculture research and development preferred 2 years of industry experience working with growers Knowledge of agricultural production and sound soil science Knowledge of fertilizers (dry and liquid) Experience with Field Plot Techniques for product evaluation Compensation and
Benefits:
In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $67,725 to $90,000Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experienceThis position is eligible for yearly bonus, vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefitsFollow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits, COMPANY CULTURE Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employer Wilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, specialty chemicals, and food ingredientsA privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-PacificWilbur-Ellis is for and about people Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our peopleOur employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each otherWilbur-Ellis invests in the industry's best workforce Wilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promoting from within for a broad range of career opportunitiesAnd we foster a supportive, people-first work environmentFollow our career social media accounts! Instagram:
Twitter:
TikTok:
Facebook:
LinkedIn:
Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Plant Nutrition Agriculture Soil Science Agronomy Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicantHowever, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information41 CFR 60-1.
35(c) Recommended Skills Analytical Creativity Data Analysis Data Collection Databases Entrepreneurship Apply to this job.
Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply on company site Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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