Job Opportunities in New Zealand
September 23, 2024
Ravensdown
OTHER & FULL TIME
Agri Manager Ashburton
To enable smarter farming for a better New Zealand
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Ka pūkekotia a Rongomātāne, ka poho kererū a Aotearoa
About the Role:
We are looking for a driven, customer focused agri-professional for permanent Agri Manager role based out of our Ashburton Store.
Our Agri Managers are trained and trusted advisors helping farmers get the most from their soil, pasture, crops and animals while assisting them to transition towards environmentally sustainable practices. Also helping to reduce their environmental impacts and optimise value from the land through the provision of nutrient advice, services and products.
As a key link to our farmers you'll have an important part to play in the success of their business; serving up the products, support and innovative solutions our farmers have come to rely on us for. Of course, this means the bulk of your time will be spent on farm , identifying farmers' needs, selling tailored solutions, and strengthening relationships based on trust, credibility and mutual respect. The role is based out of the Ashburton Store, covering predominantly large-scale Dairy production and intensive Arable cropping with some Sheep and Beef customers in the surrounding area.
Key Responsibilities:
About You:
While helping farmers increase their profitability is a key focus of this role, you're set for some impressive growth of your own. Because in terms of growing your career, there's no better way to get more from your agronomic qualification and/or your existing industry experience. Not to mention your knowledge of soil fertility and farming systems. And since you enjoy a good yarn, we reckon the social, down-to-earth camaraderie that comes with this job will be right up your alley.
Ideal Skills & Experience:
Benefits:
How to Apply
Click on the 'Apply' button to upload your CV and cover letter or contact Angela Harvey, HR Business Partner via careers@ravensdown.co.nz for any further questions
Ravensdown is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test
Ravensdown may require you to disclose your vaccination status at any time during the recruitment and selection process or employment in line with company policy
Ka pūkekotia a Rongomātāne, ka poho kererū a Aotearoa
About the Role:
We are looking for a driven, customer focused agri-professional for permanent Agri Manager role based out of our Ashburton Store.
Our Agri Managers are trained and trusted advisors helping farmers get the most from their soil, pasture, crops and animals while assisting them to transition towards environmentally sustainable practices. Also helping to reduce their environmental impacts and optimise value from the land through the provision of nutrient advice, services and products.
As a key link to our farmers you'll have an important part to play in the success of their business; serving up the products, support and innovative solutions our farmers have come to rely on us for. Of course, this means the bulk of your time will be spent on farm , identifying farmers' needs, selling tailored solutions, and strengthening relationships based on trust, credibility and mutual respect. The role is based out of the Ashburton Store, covering predominantly large-scale Dairy production and intensive Arable cropping with some Sheep and Beef customers in the surrounding area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement a programme for visiting current and prospective customers, assessing and understanding their requirements and advising them on the most appropriate products and services, thus achieving sales targets.
- Utilise the available technology to give maximum benefit to Ravensdown shareholders in terms of profitability and environmental leadership.
- Create a plan to reduce their environmental impacts and optimise value from the land.
- Ensure that end users' needs, and expectations are met through the continuous development of abilities and knowledge.
About You:
While helping farmers increase their profitability is a key focus of this role, you're set for some impressive growth of your own. Because in terms of growing your career, there's no better way to get more from your agronomic qualification and/or your existing industry experience. Not to mention your knowledge of soil fertility and farming systems. And since you enjoy a good yarn, we reckon the social, down-to-earth camaraderie that comes with this job will be right up your alley.
Ideal Skills & Experience:
- A can-do attitude
- Sound knowledge of farms systems
- Previous experience in a related Agri business role
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships
- Understanding of changing landscape of New Zealand environmental policy and its implications for farmers
- Tech savvy with knowledge of agricultural technology systems
- Ideally a Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related qualification
Benefits:
- Company car, phone, laptop and clothing provided
- Excellent benefits package (competitive salary, 5% superannuation, medical insurance, allowances)
- Generous investment in your ongoing training and development
- Excellent development opportunities across the co-operative
- Great company culture
How to Apply
Click on the 'Apply' button to upload your CV and cover letter or contact Angela Harvey, HR Business Partner via careers@ravensdown.co.nz for any further questions
Ravensdown is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test
Ravensdown may require you to disclose your vaccination status at any time during the recruitment and selection process or employment in line with company policy
Job Details
Reference #
9958
Posted on
23 Sep 2024
Closes on
07 Oct 2024 23:55
Location(s)
Central Canterbury
Expertise
Agriculture, Sales
Job level(s)
Experienced
Work type(s)
Permanent full-time
We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available
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