Field Agronomist

Description:

GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.

Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners, and our planet.

With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

#GrowWhatMatters
We're hiring a
Field Agronomist.
Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.

As Field Agronomist you will be responsible for providing intermediate assistance, training and problem solving for customers and Sales Representatives within your region.

Help with the promotion of products and technologies. Support the Sales Team with customer calls to add technical expertise and assist with complaint investigations and resolution.

You Will Be Part of Growing Team

As part of the Pannar Agronomy Team you will be a driving force for the Sales effort by providing product training and technical support to the Sales Manager and Sales Representatives.

Use your summer crop (maize, sunflower, soybean and grain sorghum) knowledge to help others shine.

Your Challenge:

• Builds, develops, and retains effective relationships with field sales force and area manager.
• Instills confidence into the sales force for new products and assists with marketing of these products
• Builds and maintains relationships with farmers
• Assists with complaint investigation and resolution relating to agronomic performance of products.
• Performs trials to promote understanding of new products and finetune product placement.
• Planning and execution of "Extravaganza" Farmers Day

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

Working within the Agronomy team and supporting your regional Sales Representatives, Area Manager and the customers, requires not only being technically skilled, but also the ability to forge relationships and communicate effectively.

These are critical skills for the job.

Location:

ZA Klerksdorp

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Qualifications:

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• B Sci Agric
• University degree in Agronomy or related discipline
• 5 Years of working experience in the same field (seed/Agronomy)
• Licensed driver
• Personal computer proficiency
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans
• Intermediate communication skills in selling, negotiating, influencing, and presenting information to the field sales representatives and to customers.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world's growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With YouWhat We Can Offer To Help You Grow?

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time
• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Support the health and wellbeing of every employee by offering worldclass benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility

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