The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

This role will partner with experienced Salespeople/Crop Advisors to support the sales effort and service activities and learn the Salesperson/Crop Advisor function. The Field Tech will participate in a personalized training program to develop competencies in selling appropriate product and supplies to industry customers, and to learn support operations through functions such as blending, delivery, equipment setup, and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities Participating in and making sales calls to new and existing customers.

As appropriate for the business: blending, delivery, delivery/transport and setup of equipment, equipment maintenance, inventory management, sales planning, customer data management, etc.

As appropriate for the business: Soil sampling, plant sampling, product testing, product applications, and field scouting in production agriculture areas.

Assisting experienced salespeople/crop advisors with crop care/turf care activities to also include computer input of application tracking, scouting reports, and other spreadsheets as needed.

Participation in educational opportunities as identified and assigned by management. Disclaimer - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Typical Education

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Combination of education and/or experience will be considered for this positionSkills & Relevant Experience A farm background (or some experience on a farm) highly preferred

Some knowledge of agriculture preferred

Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative

Highly motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Proactive in identifying and solving problems

Strong communication and presentation skills and proven ability to work with others to accomplish objectives

Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in MS Office programs

Experience or college courses in Marketing/selling preferred

Requirements Valid Driver's License

Ability to operate 4-wheel drive and/or ATV vehicles off road or on farm roads

Ability and willingness to obtain Pesticide Consultants License

Ability and willingness to obtain Commercial Driver's License

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs

Job Requisition ID:

27348

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Location(s): SGS Retail - Prosser

Country:

United States

Wage range or rate of pay: $25 - $28/hour DOE, plus annual incentive plan eligibilityThe compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Attractive total rewards package that includes: Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) savings plan

Paid Family Building Leave

Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1

10 Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)

Education Assistance

Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com

•The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General's Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and

RCW 49.94.010

for more information.

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