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General Purpose and Scope of Position:
Wilbur-Ellis is seeking a motivated and knowledgeable individual to lead precision agriculture initiatives within our region. This role will serve as a key technology resource, supporting branch teams in developing profitable, site-specific solutions tailored to local market needs. Working closely with area management and the Geography Field Technology Lead, the ideal candidate will help implement innovative agronomic programs that enhance crop production, optimize inputs, and support sustainable farming practices.
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, demonstrating site-specific techniques that increase crop production and/or improve crop management. This includes 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 that 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.
Build strong relationships within the branch teams and management.
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 work 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.
Intermediate knowledge of computers and software systems allowing data gathering and tracking on soils, crops, water management, pests and to help the grower determine his specific precision needs.
Intermediate knowledge of all equipment utilized in building a technology program including but not limited to: Veris operations, data gathering and map building, variable rate fertilizer application equipment (both liquid and dry), spray 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
Travel 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 requiring transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $58,000 - $77,340 per year. Note that salary may vary based on location, skills, and experience.
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, and retirement plan participation, including an employer contribution of up to 7% into your 401(k). Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj
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.
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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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