AG Advisor

Frontier Cooperative Company - Nehawka, NE

Full-time - Entry Level

Nehawka, NE

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The AG Advisor at Frontier Cooperative is responsible for leveraging agronomic expertise to develop and execute tailored farm strategies for customers. The role focuses on fostering long-term partnerships with growers, guiding them through the vision creation process, and maximizing productivity and profitability through effective planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Finalize sale of the whole farm philosophy, including products and services.
• Maintain emotional stability during challenges in planning and execution stages.
• Communicate professionally with customers, employees, and vendors.
• Coordinate services and resources with other AG Advisors and Location Managers.
• Analyze past product performance and develop producer's Farm plan.
• Make recommendations on seed types, crop rotations, and fertilizer treatments.
• Implement prepayment plans for seeds, fertilizers, and chemicals.
• Plan logistics for product delivery and application.
• Promote and support cooperative business and marketing plans.
• Grow and maintain agronomy customer base and field presence.
• Analyze and resolve customer service problems with quality follow-up.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and seminars.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related field required.
• Minimum of three years in agronomy and/or agronomy sales experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of agronomy retail products and services.
• Proficiency with computers and agronomy software programs.
• Understanding of soil fertility, fertilizer and chemical properties, and crop maintenance methods.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, or electronic instructions.
• Ability to write reports and Farm Plans.
• Basic math skills including algebra and geometry.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in sales within the agriculture sector.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and internet-based programs.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan (traditional and Roth)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Vacation and sick leave
• Yearly uniform and boot allowances
• 360 wellness program with incentives
• Sign-on bonus and employee referral bonuses