Agricultural Career Center
The Agricultural Career Center - presented by the Ohio AgriBusiness Association and Ohio's Country Journal/Ohio Ag Net - is Ohio's one-stop-shop for agriculture-related positions. Career seekers: explore open positions below.
Companies: Click here to submit your position or email your listing directly to Lauren Prettyman Brown at lprettyman@oaba.net. Your position will be posted within 48 business hours and your listing will remain posted for up to 90 days.
Available Job Openings:
06/02/2026
Field Sales Rep III – DEKALB: Central/Eastern Ohio
Bayer Crop Science
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Achieve assigned targets with Bayer products in coordination with squad-mates (other Bayer commercial employees in the same geography);Responsible for the successful delivery of the squad goals through support of others' role responsibilities;
- Develop and implement dealer business plans, manage forecasting proactively, inventory management and product line demand issues, set the business direction, and coordinate follow-ups with dealers that drive business results;
- Serve as the key business consultant to retailers and dealer and effectively sell the value of Bayer Crop Science products;
- Demonstrate proof of product performance against the competition by being the champion of Bayer brands and product/technical/agronomic knowledge;
- Collaborate with squad-mates including Field Sales Reps (FSR), Customer Business Advisors (CBA), Technical Agronomists (TA), and Digital Enablement Leads (DEL) as well as our Technology Development;
- Representatives (TDR) to maximize services, information, and sales to preferred growers and key customer accounts;
- Actively manage inventory concerns as appropriate to ensure success of meeting business objectives while anticipating demand and potential bottlenecks;
- Gather, assimilate and analyze market and competitive information;
- Utilize data to make key decisions to drive the business;
- Develop and recommend strategies for achieving long and short business plans for key accounts and assigned area;
- Effectively manage expenses, discretionary dollars and program payments to enable top and bottom line growth;
- Independently work to continuously expand selling skills and product/portfolio knowledge, while mentoring peers and teammates in these skills as well;
- Ensure achievement of program execution and program fulfillment; including national/regional marketing initiatives;
- Take a leadership role in partnering with squad-mate FSRs/CBAs and manage the relationship with top growers and retailers. Act as the business expert for top growers and retailers, while planning for customer business needs;
- Proactively mentor and coach earlier-in-career FSRs;
- Manage area claims per Bayer Crop Science policy and process through effective problem solving, execution, administration and resource management;
- Travel approximately ~60% with significant (daily) face to face customer interaction;
- Grow market share of Crop Protection/Seed and Trait business and create demand for seed growth, seed and trait, and chemistry within territory.
Required Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, oral and written) ;
- Demonstrated initiative, assertiveness, and ability to drive results;
- Excellent business acumen, account planning, influencing and critical thinking skills;
- Financial, time, and territory management expertise;
- Proven ability to multi-task in a rapid-paced and matrixed environment;
- Strong user level computer and presentation skills (proficiencies in
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
- Demonstrated digital acumen and ability to analyze data to influence decisions;
- Willingness to travel and live/work in a rural environment;
- Proven interest in supporting collaboration and teamwork;
- Must have a valid driver's license and are able to drive for the company that may fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, including hauling trailers, product, supplies, or equipment safely as required for the role.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree preferred;
- Preferred - Bachelor's degree and 6 + year experience in sales, marketing, account management or agriculture OR other education level and 10+ years listed experience;
- Demonstrated product, portfolio and agronomic knowledge preferred.
Interested candidates can click here for more information and to apply.
05/12/2026
Shipping Technician
Select Sires, Inc.
Select Sires, Inc. is currently seeking candidates to join our team as a SHIPPING TECHNICIAN OH. This hourly, non-exempt position is at our Plain City, OH facility and reports to the Manager of Distribution Facilities.
Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
- Serve as a positive representative of the Select Sires, Inc. Mission and Core Values.
- Accurately package bovine semen orders into designated shipping containers based on distribution requests.
- Process all shipping paperwork with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Update inventory using proprietary software to ensure precise product tracking.
- Move product to appropriate storage locations following established protocols.
- Monitor and maintain liquid nitrogen levels in storage tanks and shipping containers.
- Safely move large inventory tanks as needed.
- Assemble goblets and prepare canes with identification tags.
- Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the Shipping Supervisor.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and orderly work area and equipment.
- Follow all prescribed protocols and safety regulations to ensure product quality and workplace safety.
A Shipping Technician's work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A SHIPPING TECHNICIAN:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to convey information clearly and accurately.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in packaging, documentation, and inventory updates.
- Effective time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines in a structured work environment.
- Strong task-prioritization skills, balancing multiple responsibilities while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment, maintaining focus, productivity, and composure.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software tools used for documentation and data entry.
- Reliable transportation, ensuring consistent and timely attendance.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF A SHIPPING TECHNICIAN:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
