Agronomist

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Job Title: Agronomist
Location: Dirranbandi, Qld, Australia

Company: Elders
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Agronomist
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with B&W Rural, a proud partner of Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 180 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at B&W Rural.

About the role

We are looking for an Agronomist to join our Dirranbandi Branch on a permanent, full-time basis.

B & W Rural Agronomists build and maintain strong relationships with clients not just for short term gains, but to help them create a successful, sustainable and productive business for many years to come. You will work closely with the branch team to provide agronomic technical advice, products and services that help your clients thrive.

Responsibilities

Provide onsite agronomic and technical support to clients to recommend appropriate products and services to strengthen their business
Achieve allocated financial objectives and assist with product forecasting and inventory management
Promote branch staff upskilling by providing technical advice and product recommendations
Develop and foster professional relationships with a targeted group of existing and new clients
Identify and cultivate new agronomic sales opportunities for prospective and existing clients
Maximise promotional opportunities, including assisting at field days and farmer meetings with demonstrations and trial work

About you

Are comfortable and thrive in a collaborative working environment
Able to show initiative, be resourceful and ability to embrace industry research and new technology
Are passionate about effecting real change for both your clients and your community - with building and maintaining relationships at the core of your work
Have a background in disciplines such as Cotton, Broadacre and Pasture systems or willingness to learn
Have a proven track record in sales, previous experience in an agronomy role, is desirable, but not essential
Have an ability to provide high level customer service and cultivate relationships with potential and current growers
Hold a tertiary qualification in agricultural science or a related field or, currently enrolled in tertiary studies in agricultural science or related field.
Thrive in a flexible and agile working environment

About B & W Rural

B&W Rural as part of the Elders group is proud to be a part of the last Australian-listed major agribusiness. The most trusted agribusiness brand in Australia. We're part of the landscape, part of the local communities, part of Australia's history and we are entrenched in Australian agriculture.

The brand is more than a company, more than a logo - it's part of Australia. And, with an authentic drive to create a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia, B&W Rural is... for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of B&W Rural.

If you are ready to grow your career with B & W Rural, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information call Michael Brosnan on 0428 532 143 or visit our careers page

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.

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Job Post Date: 08/09/23