Precision Agriculture Specialist

Join Parallel Ag, a leading provider of precision agriculture solutions, as a Precision Ag Professional. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and growing our precision agriculture business, driving the strategic direction of our precision technology business, and implementing and managing cutting-edge agricultural technologies to optimize farm operations.

• Develop and implement strategies to expand and enhance the precision agriculture business, including sales growth targets and market penetration plans.
• Lead and mentor a team of precision technology specialists, ensuring guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate precision technology solutions with other aspects of the agricultural business, such as agronomy, equipment, and data management.
• Implement and manage precision agriculture technologies, including GPS guidance systems, variable rate technology, and remote sensing tools.
• Collaborate with farmers to assess their specific needs and develop customized precision farming solutions tailored to their operations.
• Conduct on-site demonstrations and training sessions to educate farmers on the utilization of precision agriculture equipment and software.
• Analyze data collected from precision agriculture tools to generate actionable insights and recommendations.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in agricultural technology and recommend innovative solutions to enhance farm productivity and sustainability.
• Provide ongoing technical support and troubleshooting assistance to farmers to ensure the seamless operation of precision agriculture systems.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key customers, industry partners, and suppliers to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Manage the department budget, track financial performance metrics, and make data-driven decisions to optimize profitability and efficiency.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of precision agriculture technologies, ensuring quality control and adherence to industry standards.

• Prefer Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience working with precision agriculture technologies, such as GPS guidance systems, drones, and precision planting equipment.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals and drive performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a customer-focused mindset and the capacity to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and execute business plans and initiatives effectively.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyze agronomic data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with farmers and agricultural stakeholders.
• Familiarity with agricultural software platforms and data management systems.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for innovation and a commitment to promoting sustainable farming practices.
• Positive attitude and desire to work as a team player.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain positive work relationships with co-workers, vendors, and customers.
• Capability to handle challenging customer interactions with professionalism.
• Familiarity with financial statements and their meaning.

• Service Oriented: Our success revolves around customer service; we always value service as a priority.
• Honesty & Integrity: We value honesty and integrity in every interaction whether it is with a customer or a coworker, no matter what.
• Committed & Passionate: We are committed to our customers and the job they have to do. We are passionate in helping our customers achieve their goals.
• Communication: We strive to communicate to the best of our ability with customers, co-workers, manufacturers, and other stakeholders.
• Family: We believe in family values including hard work, family time, and education. We treat everyone as if they are family.
• Pride and Confidence: We are proud and confident in what we do and who we do it for.

• Parallel Ag offers a generous compensation package which includes a bonus package.
• 401k retirement plan with company match.
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance.
• Vacation and sick time off.
• Advanced training programs.
• Day shift, with a safe work environment.
• Parallel Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer.