Dakota Mill & Grain, Inc. · 9 hours ago
Sales Agronomist (Wall)
Wall, SD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDakota Mill and Grain, Inc. is seeking a Sales Agronomist to join their team in Wall, SD. The role involves providing expert agronomy advice to farmers, promoting agronomy-related products, and staying updated on industry trends to deliver innovative solutions.
Farming
Responsibilities
Provide expert agronomy advice to farmers to help maximize their crop yields
Promote and sell agronomy-related products and services offered by Dakota Mill & Grain. Including, but not limited to, chemicals, fertilizer, seed, and other agronomy-related products
Formulate, develop, and explain agronomy programs for weed control, insect control, soil testing, soil analysis, soil fertility recommendations, and application programs
Stay current on industry trends and new agronomy technologies to provide innovative solutions to customers
Participate in field examinations including soil testing, delivery of products, and crop scouting services
Schedule, coordinate, and actively participate in the delivery and the post-delivery follow-up of agronomy services provided to a customer
Assisting in the resolution of customer-related questions and issues
Creating and maintaining prompt and accurate records of customer contacts/information, and daily sales activities pursued on behalf of DMG
Qualification
Required
Successfully pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and physical
Agronomy degree or current enrollment in an agronomy education program
Valid Class A driver's license in good standing, or the ability to obtain one after hire
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally
Positive, professional attitude and strong work ethic
Wear and maintain personal protective equipment as directed by the supervisor and safety team
Strong attention to detail and ability to perform tasks with accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to safety and ability to follow safety guidelines and protocols
Willingness to work extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, during peak seasons
Able to physically lift heavy materials (up to 50 pounds) frequently throughout the work shift with or without assistance
Frequent walking, sitting, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers
Standing/working on feet for extended periods and walking across uneven terrain, climbing up and down ladders and stairways
Able to work in extreme weather conditions and elements, including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, mud, dust, etc
Frequent exposure to noise and dust
Able to wear personal protective equipment and any other safety-related equipment
Able to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and overtime as required
Preferred
Farming and agronomy background preferred
Benefits
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Flexible spending programs for healthcare and dependent care
Aflac supplemental insurance products
SIMPLE IRA Retirement plan with company match
College Savings Program
Generous Paid time off and holidays
Company
Dakota Mill & Grain, Inc.
Dakota Mill & Grain is a privately-held South Dakota grain company with elevators located in Belle Fourche, Rapid City, Wall, Philip, Midland, Murdo, Ft.
Founded in 2001
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase