Agronomy Manager - Hartford, United States - Crown Recruiting

Description

Crown Recruiting seeks an Agronomy Manager to join the team of a renowned ag company in the Hartford, KS area The Agronomy Manager leads a skilled team of agronomists, playing a key role in driving sales initiatives, fostering robust connections with farmers & stakeholders, & spearheading efforts to boost agricultural productivity. The company provides competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead agronomist addressing inquiries on crop health, pest control, soil quality, herbicide impacts, crop damage, growth stages, & weather influences
• Set & oversee annual sales goals aligned with company objectives, while being accountable for achieving profitability targets & expense management
• Assist with the development of the company budget by forecasting sales volumes, projected margins, & expense items
• Ensure profitable sales growth through strategic marketing, competitive analysis, & effective management of employees
• Follow Environmental Health & Safety, OSHA, DOT, & company policies & procedures
• Stay current on industry knowledge including all agronomy products & services
• Work with Agronomy team to develop goals & action plans
• Recruit, select, & retain quality personnel
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in agronomy or related, or relevant agronomy sales/management experience
• Minimum 3 years' ag sales/management experience
• Proven experience leading an Agronomy Sales team &/or Agronomy location
• Must have & maintain valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, & ability to travel independently as needed
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
  
  

We kindly request all applicants respect the confidentiality of this posting and refrain from attempting to deduce or disclose the associated company.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off