AddressNurture. Grow. Thrive.
Accepting a role with Ace Ohlsson as part of Elders means you will be joining 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 Ace Ohlsson.
About the role
We are looking for an Agronomist with specialised experience in Viticulture to join our Heatherbrae Branch on a permanent, full-time basis.
As an Agronomist with Ace Ohlsson, you will 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. Specialising in the Viticulture portfolio, you will work closely with the branch team to provide agronomic technical advice, products and services that help your clients thrive.
Responsibilities
- Provide vineyard management advice for an increase in productivity and yield to key Ace Ohlsson customers.
- Provide onsite agronomic and technical support to clients to recommend appropriate products and services to strengthen their business
- Achieve allocated financial objectives and assist with product forecasting and inventory management
- Promote branch staff upskilling by providing technical advice and product recommendations
- Develop and foster professional relationships with a targeted group of existing and new clients
- Identify and cultivate new agronomic sales opportunities for prospective and existing clients
- Maximise promotional opportunities, including assisting at field days and farmer meetings with demonstrations and trial work.
About you
- Have a background in disciplines such as Viticulture, Horticulture, weed control, disease management, chemical application.
- 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 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 Ace Ohlsson & Elders
Backed by our team of specialist agronomists located across New South Wales, whether you are looking for agronomy advice, seed supply, custom fertiliser, ag chemicals, animal health products or the tools and supplies to get the job done, you can count on Ace Ohlsson to supply it.
Ace Ohlsson, a partner of Elders is proud to be the last Australian-listed major agribusiness. The most trusted agribusiness brand in Australia. We're part of the landscape, part of the local communities, part of Australia's history and we are entrenched in Australian agriculture. For over 80 years Ace Ohlsson has been a trusted supplier to the New South Wales horticultural industry.
The brand is more than a company, more than a logo - it's part of Australia. And, with an authentic drive to create a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia, Ace Ohlsson is... for Australian agriculture.
We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Ace Ohlsson.
For more information call Wayne Wilson on 0458 072 *** or 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.
