What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agronomy Field Advisor position at Liqui-Grow?
Twin State, Inc. / Liqui-Grow has been family-owned and operated since 1958 and has expanded to include 12 retail and 3 manufacturing plants. Each Liqui-Grow location offers quality products and services reviewed and analyzed in the field by our in-house Ph.D. agronomist, serving a customer base supported by local sales staff and applicators. No matter where you are in your career, Liqui-Grow is an excellent company to help you grow your knowledge in the industry. Whether it's agronomy, sales, operations, or mechanics, Liqui-Grow has team members willing to share their expertise with those eager to learn. The strong leadership and supportive colleagues at Liqui-Grow will assist your advancement in a career in agricultural retail. If you're interested in joining a fast-paced, hands-on environment where no two days are the same, consider applying for our position!
Benefits
- Health / dental insurance/ vision
- 401K profit sharing plan
- Paid vacation / sick leave – Hours accumulate from date of hire
- Cafeteria plan / medical and dependent care
- Short/long-term disability (eligibility required)
- Life insurance (eligibility required)
- Yearly clothing allowance
Expectations:
- Participate in all training activities to gain knowledge of all products and the benefits they provide to growers when applied to their fields.
- Stay current on new company and industry products, trends, and understand how they can benefit your customers and influence your location.
- Complete the required Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) training to pass the CCA exam within two years and earn certification after fulfilling the necessary work experience.
- Create a detailed list of prospects and current customers, incorporating the grower’s needs and wants, along with a schedule to ensure an adequate number of calls are made.
Meet with current and potential customers to discuss the opportunities Liqui-Grow can offer them.
- Assist the farmer by applying the purchased fertilizer and pesticides promptly and accurate manner.
- Make sure the application equipment is equipped with the required safety gear and that it is used at all times.
- Gather necessary customer field information to develop accurate recommendations for fertilizer and herbicide/pesticide applications.
- Keep the manager and team completely informed about all operations.
- Collaborate with your location manager to get support in achieving your individual sales goals.
- Assist in the collection of all customer account information.
- Conduct yourself professionally. Strive to build and uphold a positive image for Liqui-Grow and yourself within the community.
Requirements
- Must pass a pre-drug test
- Must have a good driving record
- Must have or obtain a CDL – Twin State, Inc. will facilitate
- Experience with application/ag equipment is preferred but required.
If you're interested in applying for this position, please send your resume to employement@liqui-grow.com and specify which position you're applying for. For more details about our company, visit our website (www.liqui-grow.com) or check out our Liqui-Grow YouTube channel.
