Nutrient Specialist West Otago

Accredited employerGore, Southland, NZFull-timePosted 1 week ago

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Ballance Agri-Nutrients is a New Zealand farmer-owned co-operative that helps its customers to farm more productively, proﬁtably and sustainably.

Job description

Nutrient Specialist (West Otago)
Be a trusted advisor to farmers, delivering practical nutrient solutions that make a real difference on‑farm
Deliver strong sales performance and exceed KPI's through owning and growing your territory with a strong mix of relationship management, technical expertise, and sales
Work autonomously in the field while being supported by a collaborative, purpose‑driven team
WHY BALLANCE?
Rewarding the great work of our team is important, which is why we offer a range of benefits:
Free Medical, Life, Income and Trauma Insurance.
Access to free confidential support services including EAP.
On-going learning and development opportunities.
Job security and excellent career progression opportunities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Nutrient Specialist, you'll be the go‑to trusted advisor for farmers in your region, helping them achieve their goals through practical, tailored nutrient solutions and proactive support.

In this role, you will

Build strong, long‑term relationships with farmers using a customer centric approach.

Deliver high‑quality nutrient plans aligned to farm systems, goals, and seasonal priorities

Own and execute a territory sales plan focused on retention, growth, and new customer acquisition

Translate technical knowledge into clear, practical advice that drives on‑farm results

Collaborate with internal teams and represent Ballance at field days and community events

You'll balance your time between farm visits and office‑based planning, staying close to your customers and their priorities.

ABOUT YOU

You're passionate about agriculture and thrive on building trusted relationships. You enjoy combining technical knowledge with commercial acumen and take pride in delivering great outcomes for customers.

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

A tertiary qualification in agriculture, agribusiness, or a related field

Experience in customer service, sales, or advisory roles (ideally within rural industries)

Strong relationship‑building and communication skills

Confidence using digital tools, CRM systems, and sales processes

* The ability to work autonomously, manage your time effectively, and prioritise a busy territory

ABOUT US

We love New Zealand, and we care about our growth, our land, and our people. We work together to create a future we can all be proud of every day.

Our values of Imagination, Bravery, Connections and Honesty mean we look out for each other and stand for what we believe in. We take ownership for growing and developing ourselves and supporting and challenging each other so we can all reach our full potential.

Here at Ballance, you have a part to play. You can make your place and are free to make a real difference.

Together, we care about our people and our place, about the future of farming and New Zealand and we'd would love for you to join us - "Growing together, caring for people and the land. All in for the future of farming".

Applications close: 21 October 2026

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