Field Representative

Field Representative

DLF Seeds Australia (DLF North America) is recruiting for a Field Representative located in Albany, Oregon.

DLF Group is the world leader in the development and sale of high‑quality grass seeds for the agricultural and professional lawn market. We continuously develop new innovative varieties and products, with a strong focus on quality and reliability, providing demonstrable value to our customers.

The Field Representative is responsible for arranging and managing the production of proprietary seed varieties, coordinating relationships between DLF USA Inc. staff, seed growers, and industry personnel, and placing contracted acres with established and prospective growers. You will represent DLF USA Inc. in a positive manner to increase public awareness and reputation.

• Cultivate relationships and form mutual trust with new and current seed growers.
• Negotiate seed production contracts to the mutual benefit of DLF USA Inc. and seed growers.
• Deliver seed stock and ensure seed production contracts are signed in a timely manner.
• Provide proactive field support to growers—including field scouting, weed, insect, and disease problems—and communicate observations to growers, especially as they relate to expected quality.
• Note harvest dates as needed and encourage growers to consult licensed chemical/fertilizer representatives when appropriate.
• Promptly and accurately update reporting software with current quality expectations and pre‑harvest yield estimates.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with personnel at seed conditioning warehouses and coordinate timely cleaning and preparation of seed for market.
• Work with Oregon State Seed Certification personnel to establish and maintain certification eligibility as necessary.
• Gather and report harvest information and make necessary adjustments to yield expectations.
• Assist in planning future production requirements related to contract extensions and future plantings.
• Promptly communicate with seed growers regarding off‑grade seed lots to request re‑clean or negotiate an appropriate as‑is price.
• Coordinate the production of seed stock as assigned; work with DLF USA Inc. plant breeders and research personnel to ensure genetic purity of DLF USA Inc. varieties.
• Develop an understanding of company varieties and best practices for high quality and maximum yield.
• Gather samples of seed lots as assigned and work with area seed testing laboratories.
• Provide reports as required.
• Assist DLF USA Inc. personnel in finding available seed for third‑party purchase.
• Operate and maintain company facilities, vehicles, and equipment safely and responsibly in accordance with the company handbook.
• Consistently read and provide timely responses to all correspondence, including emails.
• Promptly report changes in crop conditions and expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and work in other departments as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or Agriculture preferred, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in seed production or a related industry; or 5–6 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to problem‑solve quickly and effectively.
• Demonstrated knowledge of agronomic principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal, written, listening, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Demonstrated judgement, initiative, and tact in managing and enhancing relationships with internal and external customers.
• Effective time‑management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

DLF USA Inc. offers a compensation plan that includes a base salary, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a bonus opportunity, a retirement savings plan with company contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and personal days. Compensation will be based on experience.

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