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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 opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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Specific Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead resource reference for technology within the assigned region with the expectation of supporting the branch teams in building a profitable precision agriculture segment where it fits the market and the infrastructure.

• Implement Geography Field Technology business with goals/objectives

• Should meet regional needs as well as mesh with geography goals

• Should be done in conjunction with area management and Geography Field Technology Lead

• Work directly with sales force on:

• Developing customer / grower specific technology programs , d emonstrat ing site specific techniques that increase crop production and / or improve crop management. This include s all segments of the Ag Verdict System, mapping, water management, fertility, record keeper, traceability, yield mapping, variable rate fertilizer applications.

• Support Branch field activities, soil sampling, sensors, VR maps, new accounts

• Assist sales people in selling growers

• Conduct training on all aspects of precision agriculture t hat enable the sales people to be self sufficient

• Make presentations on Technology to growers, branch teams and Wilbur-Ellis management.

• Ensure open communication, data sharing and an ability to convey appropriate sense of urgency with branch personnel as necessary.

• Bu ild strong relationships within the br anch teams and manag e ment .

• Provide Tier 1 support for branch field technology lead

• Hold a position on Geography Field Technology team

• Represent, advocate and communicate area needs to geography team

• Represent, advocate and communicate national and geography goal/objectives to area team

• Represent technology services for all Strategic Accounts within the region .

• May be required to w ork with other teams to help build co-operative programs. IE: the nutrition team.

Skills and Experience Required

• 3- 5 years experience developing or implementing agronomy technology .

• Basic knowledge of computers and software systems allow ing data gathering and tracking on soils, crops, water management, pests and to help the grower determine his specific precision needs .

• Basic knowledge of all equipment utilized in building a technology program includ ing but not limited to: Veris operations, data gathering and map building, variable rate fertilizer application eq uipment (both liquid and dry), s pray equipment (pesticides), pumps, computer systems and interpretation of collected data, PDA's used for record-keeping, water management systems, strip-till applications .

• Familiarity with marketing techniques, financial accounting and business value calculations.

• Advanced interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Work Conditions

• T ravel within the region and meetings will be required

• Proficiency with computer usage and appropriate software required

• Ability to fully participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.

Compensation and Benefits

• In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $67,700 - $90,240 per year. Compensation includes competitive hourly wages. Wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is also eligible for vacation, sick time, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits.

• Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: My WE Benefits

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

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 ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific.

Wilbur-Ellis is for and about people

Wilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other.

Wilbur-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 opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment.

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