Technical Agronomist III

Technical Agronomist III

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This territory will cover Southeast Nebraska.

• Plan and execute field-scale testing programs, including planting trials, collecting required data, maintaining plots, and ensuring timely harvest to generate robust agronomic insights;
• Collaborate with seed dealers and growers to design and implement trials, evaluate new products each season, and translate trial outcomes into clear recommendations that shape future-year forecasting and market positioning strategies;
• Provide technical support and training for seed dealers, Bayer squad members, and other stakeholders on seed, trait, and chemistry products, including product selection, application techniques, and best agronomic practices;
• Communicate the agronomic value and benefits of seed and crop protection products, creating and executing an Agronomy Plan that aligns with squad business strategies and objectives and supports the achievement of local sales targets;
• Build strong presence and credibility with key growers, seed dealers, crop consultants, local agronomists, and other third‑party stakeholders, maintaining frequent face‑to‑face interactions and leveraging digital channels to share timely agronomic information;
• Lead local portfolio management and production forecasting for your territory, including local product portfolio decisions, launch of new products, and stewardship and use recommendations that support both short- and long-term business success;
• Ensure compliance with Bayer safety and vehicle safety policies and guidelines, manage the proper use of Product Performance Inquiry claims, and uphold high standards of product stewardship, legal use, and regulatory adherence for crop protection and seed products;
• Develop and execute an Agronomy Business Plan that supports squad and unit objectives, collaborating closely with Product Teams, Breeding, Field Sales Reps, Customer Business Advisors, Technical Agronomists, Digital Enablement Leads, Technical Development Representatives, and other internal partners to deliver high-quality work and contribute solutions that advance organizational goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy or a related agricultural or scientific discipline, or a closely aligned field of study;
• Valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain a DOT license and safely manage extensive travel requirements (approximately 60% travel) with frequent face‑to‑face customer interaction;
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and work safely and effectively in field‑based environments, including handling trial equipment, product samples, and other agronomic materials;
• Strong agronomic and technical knowledge across seed, trait, and crop protection portfolios, including experience planning and executing field trials, interpreting agronomic data, and translating insights into practical recommendations;
• Proficiency in collaborating with cross‑functional teams (e.g., sales, product management, agronomy, marketing, digital enablement) and external partners (e.g., seed dealers, growers, crop consultants) to achieve shared business objectives;
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex agronomic concepts clearly, educate sales teams and customers on the legal use of crop protection and seed products, and engage audiences through in‑person meetings and digital channels;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work, exercise sound judgment, and make independent decisions without immediate supervision, while contributing constructive, solution‑based input to help…