Agronomist

SUMMARY:
A well-established manufacturer of plant and animal nutrition is seeking a well-experienced Agronomist to focus on developing and promoting better farming practices, compiling fertiliser recommendations and supporting agents in the field.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science or related field as well as a BASOS/FERTASA certification
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Agronomist is essential
• Current and up to date knowledge of industry trends, technology, and developments will be required
• Good communication, sales and presentation skills will be preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Compiling fertilizer recommendations for farmer requirements.
• Studying plants and soil to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield and solving problems within the agriculture industry.
• Researching, developing and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate and weather.
• Visiting fields to scout for nutritional deficiencies, diseases or other changes.
• Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops and samples.
• Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients or other interested parties.
• Promoting products and techniques through informative presentations.
• Gathering marketing material and compiling product/crop booklets to distribute as marketing material for all product ranges.
• Managing product trials to gather information for registration and sales purposes.
• Liaising with manufacturers regarding the import of products.
• Extensive travelling to provide support to Business Unit Managers and Agents.

Salary package is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

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