Archer Daniels Midland

87511BR

Job Title:

Territory Development/Field Agronomist - Washington State - Remote

Department/Function:

Sales, Customer Service & Origination

Job Description:

Territory Development/Field Agronomist and Origination Specialist – Washington State – Central &/or Southeast Washington

We are seeking a dedicated Territory Development and Origination Field Representative to join our team in Washington. In this role, you will play a crucial part in building and maintaining strong relationships with growers and dry bean industry contacts to ensure the successful management of our territory's production areas. Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of our seed and commercial origination objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Grower Relationship Building

• Scout for new growers and foster relationships with existing growers in collaboration with existing partnerships.

• Provide crop production assistance to growers, offering guidance from contracting through harvest.

• Work to develop the bean growing skill set of new and existing growers.

Industry Relationship Building

• Cultivate industry contacts in all growing regions.

• Assist in developing an asset/partnership strategy for receiving seed and commercial beans.

• Lead freight planning and analysis to maximize revenue while allowing for flexibility in movement.

Contracting and Field Placement

• Write annual contracts for seed and commercial acres in alignment with origination targets and quality requirements.

• Collaborate with fellow field representatives and partners to place acres strategically based on various factors such as irrigation type, field size, and grower preference.

Field Management and Crop Support

• Conduct regular field visits to assess crop emergence, plant populations, pest and disease issues, and irrigation needs.

• Provide timely crop status report-outs and yield estimates to growers, along with research support and recommendations for improving crop quality.

Harvest Coordination and Quality Assurance

• Advise growers on the best time to harvest and ensure timely harvest operations.

• Facilitate communication between growers and receiving sites to ensure efficiency

• Ensure compliance with certifying agency requirements and inspections throughout the growing season and harvest.

Reporting and Documentation

• Submit timely reports, including mileage, expenses, and other relevant documentation.

• Maintain accurate records of delivered and planted seed, returns, and other relevant data for end-of-season settlement accounting.

Off-Season and Various Activities

• Assist in planning and hosting annual grower meetings and attend local agricultural and seed industry events.

• Acquire and maintain necessary licenses, participate in safety trainings, and engage in team meetings and events as required.

• Provide feedback to management on market conditions, grower concerns, and other relevant information to support business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• Five or more years of experience in agriculture, particularly in crop production and/or agronomy.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with growers and industry peers.

• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

• Proficiency in basic computer applications for data entry and reporting.

• Willingness to travel within the territory as needed, including attending field visits and industry events. Occasional over-night travel will be necessary.

Salary/Wage Range: $80K to $130K, but we have flexibility.

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don’t check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Req/Job ID:

87511BR

City:

Seattle

State:

WA - Washington

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About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM. (https://www.adm.com/en-us/culture-and-careers/diversity-equity-inclusion/)

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Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.

• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

• Tuition assistance.

• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.