Agronomist

Nurture. Grow. Thrive.

Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining the family backed by a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 185 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.

About the role

We are looking for an Agronomist to join our Branch on a permanent, full-time basis.

Elders Agronomists build and maintain strong relationships with clients, not just for short-term gains, but to help them create a successful, sustainable, and productive business for many years to come. You will provide agronomic technical advice, products, and services to help your clients thrive, as well as play the pivotal role of leading the rural products sales team and overseeing this function within the branch.

Responsibilities

• Provide agronomic and technical support, recommending products and services to strengthen clients' businesses
• Achieve financial objectives, assist with forecasting, and manage inventory
• Promote staff upskilling through technical advice and product recommendations
• Develop and maintain professional relationships, identifying new sales opportunities
• Assist with field days, farmer meetings, and trial/demonstration work
• Lead and mentor the rural products sales team to build client relationships and drive success
• Manage retail operations, exceed targets, and track product performance
• Source new business and assist with sales targets and business planning
• Oversee sales transactions and coach the sales team to meet targets while supporting national initiatives
• Export monitoring for table grapes, with audits in Nov or Feb/March
• Act as an export consultant for table grapes, offering expertise on export rules
• Provide agronomy advice for table grapes, avocados and citrus
• Maintain contact with the branch to monitor crop progress and manage stock
• Develop full-season spray and fertiliser programs for table grapes and avocados
• Monitor pest pressure for table grapes, avocados and citrus
• Conduct soil, leaf, and MRL testing

About you

• Able to thrive in a collaborative working environment
• Are smart, resourceful, and able to embrace industry research and new technology
• Are passionate about effecting real change for both your clients and your community - with building and maintaining relationships at the core of your work
• Have a proven track record in sales and previous experience in an agronomy role
• Have a qualification in Agronomy and aim to grow your expertise while also managing a rural products team
• Have an ability to provide high-level customer service and cultivate relationships with potential and current growers
• Have a tertiary qualification in agricultural science or a related field
• Thrive in a flexible and agile working environment

About Elders

As a trusted Australian agribusiness, we have played an important role in the agricultural sector for 185 years. Our expansive network across Australia offers links to markets, tailored advice and specialist knowledge across a range of products and services, including farm supplies, agronomy, livestock, wool, grain, finance, insurance, and real estate.

We are committed to a sustainable and prosperous future for rural and regional communities and creating value for all stakeholders in the agricultural supply chain, across both Australian and international markets.

Elders is for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.

For more information, please visit our careers page

Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.