Rich Connell AGRI-SEARCH, Inc. has several job opportunities they are handling. Please see the list below. The contact person is

listed with each position.

Full service agribusiness based in northwestern IL is searching for an intern for the summer of 2010. This company is a buyer of

grain, and a supplier of crop protection products, feed, fertilizer, fuel, precision services, and seed. This is a great opportunity for you

to learn first hand how a full service farm supplier functions. You will be able to learn about how a grain elevator operates; how grain

is purchased and sold, crop scouting, custom application, feed sales and deliveries, and the ins and outs of the fuel industry. The ideal

candidate will be someone who is majoring in agribusiness at a two or four year college or university. Company prefers you be an

incoming sophomore, junior or senior. Company has an excellent staff that will provide you with great opportunities for mentoring

Large agronomy facility has a need for an individual to work as Assistant Manager. This job will consist of work in and around the

plant. You will provide leadership assistance with day to day operations and people management. You will be selling seed, crop

protection and fertilizer direct to farmers and will provide crop scouting services as needed. This plant is located in west central

Indiana. Prior agronomy retail experience or agronomy degree is required. You must be able to operate large equipment and be able

to work extended hours. This is a very rewarding position. Company has excellent benefits and competitive compensation. West

Established grain company is seeking an Assistant Grain Superintendent at a large, diverse southern Indiana facility. Candidate will

handle grain and products coming in and going out. 3-5 years experience in a grain facility and a sound understanding of grain

operations are required. Must be a hardworking individual who is willing to work outside in all kinds of weather and who wants to

learn and work their way up in a good grain company. This is a very interesting place to work operationally. There is a lot of

coordination between different facilities and transportation systems. Competitive salary based on experience, plus benefits. Contact

Strong and established construction company that specializes in the grain and feed industry is seeking two sales representatives to

develop their grain elevator clientele in the Midwest. These individuals will be in charge of working with grain industry

clients on new construction, expansion, and renovation projects. Candidates must understand grain flow, maintenance, and the 'guts'

of a grain elevator. The perfect candidate will have prior experience at a grain elevator as an operations superintendent or

maintenance manager. Individuals from grain-handling equipment suppliers will also be considered. Candidates can live in various

A candidate with a PhD or MS in Plant Breeding and Genetics is needed to fill a Corn Breeder position in central IN. This job will be

responsible for developing new corn inbreds, integrating molecular marker assisted technologies into breeding activities, plus being

able to work into a managerial role to coordinate and execute a comprehensive breeding program. This will be a combination of

inside and outside work. You may also operate plot combines and planters. Experience with Kincaid and Almaco will be helpful.

Your responsibilities will increase with time. Company prefers you have 3 to 5 years experience with corn in the field and have a

comprehensive knowledge of agronomics and production practices. You must have excellent computer skills, have an understanding

of biotechnology and intellectual property rights, and have knowledge and experience in experimental design and statistical analysis.

Company will look at all candidates with molecular marker experience, regardless of experience in corn. A PhD is preferred, but will

look at MS candidates with industry experience. You must be able to work in a team and be able to write and speak well. A farm

background is desired, but not required. Company is aggressive in filling this position, but will be very thorough. $65-80,000.

Large, progressive farmer-owned cooperative is seeking interns for the summer of 2010. The ideal candidates will be fall 2009 juniors

or seniors, or incoming sophomores in a two year program. Company prefers you have a background in agriculture and have been a

participant in 4-H or FFA. This internship will provide you with a learning platform in crop production at the retail coop level. You

will learn crop scouting, soil fertility, precision services, custom application, mechanical, sales, customer service and management.

This internship may lead to a full time career in the agronomy industry. You could become a location manager, sales representative,

crop consultant, professional equipment operator, or a District Sales Manager. This internship will pay an hourly wage, and the

Progressive, and very stable agronomy retailer has an immediate need for an individual to sell agronomic products and services to

farmers in southeast Illinois. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, sales of seed, fertilizer, and crop protection products

direct to the farmer. You will provide agronomic advice as needed, and may be asked to deliver product to the customer. Company is

profitable, well managed, and uses the latest technology. Company allows flexibility in your job, and has options for advancement.

To be considered, you will need a winning personality coupled to character and trustworthiness. Good experience in agronomy or

seed sales is ideal, but not required. An aggressive new graduate may be considered, provided you have had an internship and a

Family owned and operated seed company is expanding their trade territory and needs more sales people to call on clients. You will

be representing a full line of seed corn and seed beans. Company prefers you have previous experience selling seed, or similar

agribusiness products. Ideally, they would like it if you could bring bags with you. This position offers plenty of job freedom without

corporate bureaucracy. The job will be ideal for a mature candidate with experience who is tired of the big corporation and ready to

Family owned and operated seed company is expanding their trade territory and needs more sales people to call on clients. You will

be representing a full line of seed corn and seed beans. Company prefers you have previous experience selling seed, or similar

agribusiness products. Ideally, they would like it if you could bring bags with you. This position offers plenty of job freedom without

corporate bureaucracy. The job will be ideal for a mature candidate with experience who is tired of the big corporation and ready to

Family owned and operated seed company is expanding their trade territory and needs more sales people to call on clients. You will

be representing a full line of seed corn and seed beans. Company prefers you have previous experience selling seed, or similar

agribusiness products. Ideally, they would like it if you could bring bags with you. This position offers plenty of job freedom without

corporate bureaucracy. The job will be ideal for a mature candidate with experience who is tired of the big corporation and ready to

Join the exciting world of seed sales! Excellent company with their own genetics has an opening now in western Indiana. You will be

selling corn and soybeans direct to the grower, plus recruiting, training, and managing a dealer force. This is a great territory with

highly productive soils. A District Sales Manager position with this company has excellent opportunities for advancement. A BS

degree in agriculture is required. A clean driving record is a must. Good pay, benefits, and vehicle are part of this management

Tremendous opportunity is available right now for you to join a premier seed company selling a trait packed performance lineup.

Company needs aggressive, professional individuals anywhere south of I-70 in Illinois. You must have a four year degree in

agribusiness and experience selling seed or fertility. You must be able to sell value over price. It is strongly recommended that you

be a person of high integrity and be able to communicate professionally. This is a great position with unlimited potential. Company

West central Ohio territory is open and needs an individual to fill the position of District Sales Manager. This position is a

combination of direct sales and dealership management. You will be recruiting and managing a dealer force, plus coaching and

training dealers. You will also be selling seed corn and soybeans direct to the grower. Good computer skills and seed and agronomic

knowledge a must. To be considered as a candidate, you will need a four year ag degree coupled to a winning personality and a desire

Territory is open now for an individual to join a premier seed company selling a superior lineup in northeast Indiana. This territory

basically is along and east northeast of US 33 from Elkhart to Ft. Wayne. This job is direct sales and managing and recruiting

dealers. Company is very progressive and offers an outstanding training program. You must have a four year agriculture degree and

have had a successful track record of agricultural sales. Company would prefer you be from the region, but it is not necessary.

Excellent region in western Indiana has a opportunity for an experienced District Sales Manager to take over the territory. This

territory has existing business with good growth potential. This is a direct seed sales opportunity. Product line up is outstanding with

access to top quality germ plasm and traits. This job offers plenty of advancement opportunities, very good pay, and aggressive

Experienced seed salesman is needed for a progressive territory in northern Ohio. This territory extends from Toledo south to Findlay,

east to Willard and north to Sandusky. Company is on the cutting edge with technology and customer service programs. Company is

very focused on providing the growers with the very best product line. You must have a BS in agriculture and ideally will have

experience selling seed; however, other candidates may be considered. Company offers longevity and job satisfaction, along with a

Established multi-location grain and agronomy supply company in Illinois is seeking an individual to lead one of their key business

units. The qualified candidate will direct sales, operations and administration for this location. With budgeted sales of nearly

$100,000,000, this location is a large full service grain and agronomy center. Previous grain and agronomy management experience

with a successful track record is required. Must be a strong leader and sales manager capable of leading employees and developing

and growing the customer base. Must also be skilled at running a business, adept at seeing needs, defining market parameters, putting

plans in place to meet them, and MUST be exceptional handling customers. This position is ideal for an entrepreneurial person who

desires to run their own agricultural business but does not want to worry about dealing with banks, insurance, benefits and back office

administration. Salary has six digit potential and will be commensurate with experience. Company offers a full line of employee

benefits. Outstanding opportunity with an exceptional company. Only candidates with strong grain and agronomy management skills

Solid Illinois company seeks a skilled Commodities Accountant to oversee inventory, purchase and sales contracts, futures and

options, daily P & L calculations for grain positions, all month end duties, manage the balance sheet accounts, and other assigned

projects. Must have a BS in Accounting, Finance or Business, preferably 3-5 years grain accounting experience, with a solid

understanding of commodity futures and options. Strong communication, analytical, and planning skills a must. Must be able to work

Multi-location grain elevator in east central Illinois is seeking a highly motivated team player for this important position in their

company. The successful candidate will originate corn and soybeans, manage logistics for truck and rail shipments, and assist in the

hedging of grain. Must enjoy developing and maintaining relationships with producers and have a strong commitment to customer

service as well as safety. Candidates should have an agricultural background, a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in cash grain

procurement, and knowledge of grain logistics, software, and hedging. Must have at least a 2 year ag degree; a BS degree (from an ag

Do you have a strong grain background, high motivation, and the ability to perform in a sales role while visiting farms each day? A

growing grain company is looking for a grain originator to hit the ground running. $40,000 - 60,000 BOE+ benefits + bonus based

Multi-location Illinois truck and rail grain company needs a take charge leader to oversee the outside operations of their elevators.

Must have been in, understand and like the grain business, be a strong leader, good communicator and enjoy training new/young

workers. Will help oversee 18 people loading rail cars, doing building projects, and other day to day jobs. Some mechanical and

electrical skills will be a big plus. Excellent leadership and career opportunity for a motivated grain operations professional. $40-

Aggressive and growing grain marketing team is seeking individuals who are looking for an exciting opportunity to succeed. Ideal

candidates are currently grain buyers or location managers who have established relationships with growers, earned their respect, but

are looking for a career change. Must have a sales mentality, be self-motivated and driven to succeed. Experience in grain marketing,

commodity brokerage, and/or crop insurance is a major key to your success. Must be willing to work for very lucrative commissions,

with realistic first year income being $40-50,000. Six digit plus income is very attainable within 3-4 years. You do not have to

Large full service agronomy retail plant has an opening for a Manager to oversee and run the facility. Facility is located in a highly

profitable region of Indiana. Work will consist of direct supervision of 12 employees, daily plant operations, and sales of input

products direct to the grower. Plant does a large cash and carry business. Facility is up to date. To be considered, you will need a

very strong management and agronomy background. Prior experience managing a retail plant is highly preferred. Company will pay

you a salary, plus excellent bonus potential. Great benefits and opportunities for advancement come with this job. $60-70,000.

Retail agronomy location in north central Indiana needs someone to manage the facility. This facility is a full service retail plant.

You will manage staff and sell to key accounts. The right candidate will be a leader, know how to segment the market, have solid

sales skills and a good agronomic background. Company has great opportunity for advancement. $50-70,000. North Central Indiana.

Growing livestock company is looking for a Nutrient Management Agronomist to develop comprehensive nutrient management plans

in addition to managing a team of agronomists. One third of the agronomist's time will be visiting sites to discuss regulatory

guidelines, environmental services, and agronomy recommendations. Two thirds of the time will be spent in the office putting

together nutrient plans, managing a team of two to five agronomists, and providing leadership to the group. Candidates should have a

Bachelors of Science degree in agronomy, soils, animal science, environmental science, engineering, or biology and a Master's Degree

is preferred. Five years of experience is ideal but a minimum of two years prior management experience is required. Must have

strong interpersonal skills, adaptable personality, and sound technical depth in agronomy, nutrient management, and environment

Innovative and progressive contract research firm needs a Research Trial Manager for their facility in western Iowa. This position

will consist of overseeing planting and harvesting of plots, overseeing and managing of staff, plus managing and overseeing research

procedures and protocols. This firm is well known and respected for their work in the seed industry. To be considered as a candidate,

you need a minimum of four years research experience, preferably seed. Company prefers your experience come from a smaller

research firm or seed company, rather than one of the large corporates. You need a farm background and must be research minded.

You must be able to hire and manage people with good integrity. You need to possess good communication skills, be able to delegate

work, and be focused on making decisions with precision and accuracy. You must be able to think for yourself, work independently,

and have fun! Company will offer you a generous compensation package with competitive benefits. $40-60,000. West Central IA.

Retail agronomy company has a need for two Sales Professionals to work at locations in northwest Ohio. These are strictly sales

positions - no deliveries - no application. Company wants sales gurus to call on farmers and offer product solutions for their fields.

You will be selling a full line up of seed, chemical, and fertilizer. Outstanding sales skills are a must. Company will teach you the

agronomy. Road warriors are encouraged to apply. This is not your typical ag retail sales position! $50,000. Northwest OH.

A seed "high flyer" sales person needed to fill a region in northeastern IL and northwestern IN. This is an established territory in a

very lucrative region. Should you be the candidate, you will be calling direct on farmers and selling trait based corn and soybeans,

plus some small seeds. This is an aggressive position. This position will give you the freedom to be on your own managing your

territory. You control your income. The company will provide you with a stellar line up of varieties and hybrids. They will provide

you with a new truck and essential tools to guarantee your success. They will offer you a competitive base and benefits. You will

provide the aggressiveness, and willingness to succeed. You will call on the customers, and you will close the sales. Together, you

Successful agricultural software company needs a skilled sales professional to cover the states of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Must

have an outgoing, customer friendly personality, excellent sales skills (preferably in the ag industry), and desire to live in one of these

three states. Ideal candidate will be familiar with accounting systems used by cooperatives and private grain and agronomy

companies. Candidates with location or office management experience are well suited for this opportunity. $40,000 base +

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