Sales Agronomist (Wall)
Dakota Mill & Grain, Inc. · Wall, SD · 3 wk ago
On-siteAnalystFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide expert agronomy advice to farmers to help maximize their crop yields.
- Promote and sell agronomy-related products and services offered by Dakota Mill & Grain. Including, but not limited to, chemicals, fertilizer, seed, and other agronomy-related products.
- Formulate, develop, and explain agronomy programs for weed control, insect control, soil testing, soil analysis, soil fertility recommendations, and application programs.
- Stay current on industry trends and new agronomy technologies to provide innovative solutions to customers.
- Participate in field examinations including soil testing, delivery of products, and crop scouting services.
- Schedule, coordinate, and actively participate in the delivery and the post-delivery follow-up of agronomy services provided to a customer.
- Assisting in the resolution of customer-related questions and issues.
- Create and maintain prompt and accurate records of customer contacts/information, and daily sales activities pursued on behalf of DMG.
Qualifications
- Successfully pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and physical.
- Farming and agronomy background preferred.
- Agronomy degree or current enrollment in an agronomy education program.
- Valid Class A driver’s license in good standing, or the ability to obtain one after hire.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally.
- Positive, professional attitude and strong work ethic
- Wear and maintain personal protective equipment as directed by the supervisor and safety team.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform tasks with accuracy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to safety and ability to follow safety guidelines and protocols.
- Willingness to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, during peak seasons.
Physical Requirements
- Able to physically lift heavy materials (up to 50 pounds) frequently throughout the work shift with or without assistance.
- Frequent walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers.
- Standing/working on feet for extended periods and walking across uneven terrain, climbing up and down ladders and stairways
- Able to work in extreme weather conditions and elements, including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, etc.
- Frequent exposure to noise and dust
- Able to wear personal protective equipment and any other safety-related equipment.
- Able to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and overtime as required.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Flexible spending programs for healthcare and dependent care
- Aflac supplemental insurance products
- SIMPLE IRA Retirement plan with company match
- College Savings Program
- Generous Paid time off and holidays