Technical Nutrition Agronomist (Agriculture Research - Boardman, Hermiston, Pasco)

Do 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 services. Join 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 environment. Come 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 Schedule. TNA 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,

Specific 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 products.
• Collaborate 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 production. Ph.D. preferred
• 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 customers.
• Ability 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 $90,000. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for yearly bonus, vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits, https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj

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 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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