Precision Ag Professional / Technology / Agriculture

Description

Parallel Ag proudly carries AGCO farm equipment plus a full line of parts to help all farming operations. With well-known brands such as Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Manitou, Gleaner, and more, you won’t find a more extensive inventory of field-ready equipment. Customers come to depend on Parallel Ag to get any job done and we are seeking a dynamic, forward thinking, and highly motivated Precision Technology Manager to our team!

The Precision Technology Manager is responsible for leading and growing our precision agriculture business.  This role will be pivotal in driving the strategic direction of our precision technology business while implementing and managing cutting-edge agricultural technologies to optimize farm operations.  This role involves collaborating with farmers to assess their specific needs and develop tailored precision farming solutions.  Additionally, they will provide hands-on training and technical support to ensure seamless operation of precision agriculture systems.  By staying up to date with the latest advancements in agricultural technology, the Precision Technology Manager continually innovates and promotes sustainable farming practices, and driving productivity and profitability in the agricultural sector.  This role will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the precision technology business, managing business initiatives, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Responsibilities and duties of the Precision Ag Professional will include the following:

• Develop a deep understanding of the Parallel Ag product portfolio for farm equipment
• 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

• Provide technical expertise and support to customers, troubleshooting issues, and delivering training and education programs as needed
• Uphold the company mission statement and core values
• Embrace an atmosphere of learning and building employees to reach their highest capacity
• Create and maintain legendary customer service and building a team-minded environment

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• 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

Commitments:

• 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.

Compensation and Benefits:

• 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

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  This job is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 10 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type:

This is a full-time position.  Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  Early morning, evening, weekend, and work on holidays may be required as job duties demand.

Additional Notes:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to join and lead a dynamic team dedicated to driving innovation and sustainability in agriculture.  If you are passionate about leveraging technology to revolutionize farming practices, we encourage you to apply.