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
Dairy Development Data Coordinator
Select Sires, Inc.
Select Sires, Inc. is currently seeking qualified candidates to join our team as a Dairy Development Data Coordinator. This salaried, exempt position is based at our Plain City, OH facility and reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Genetic Programs and Research.
Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as an ambassador of Select Sires’ Mission and Core Values, demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and a commitment to animal well-being in every task.
- Organize and coordinate the activities involved with obtaining the genetic information needed by Select Sires as part of dairy bull acquisition, semen marketing and Select’s internal breeding program.
- Serve as the liaison between the Dairy Sire Development team, our internal IT department, genotyping laboratories, genetic evaluation centers, breed associations and trade associations.
- Understanding and overseeing genetic and genomic evaluation data pipelines in the USA and other key countries is a key part of this effort.
- Ensuring that genetic information in Select Sires data systems is timely and accurate is a key responsibility.
- Serve as key backup for these essential operations and, as the content expert, is responsible for troubleshooting and resolving genomic testing or data flow issues.
A Dairy Development Data Coordinator's work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Work schedules and duties are subject to change to meet departmental needs.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Exceptional organizational skills and high attention to detail.
- A high level of competence with MS Excel along with SQL programming capabilities.
- Effective at efficiently communicating, explaining and discussing technical material.
- Superior project management skills.
- Ability to function as a team player and comfortable with multi-tasking.
- A high level of competence with MS Excel along with SQL programming capabilities.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Animal or Dairy Science.
- 5+ years of industry experience
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Training in animal breeding, statistics or data science is preferred.
- Knowledge of U.S. industry genetic evaluation systems and genetic evaluation principles.
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.
