Agronomy Field Representative

Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago

Job Category: OperationsJob Description:JOB SUMMARY:Sensient Food Colors is a global leader in the development and manufacture of food colors for use throughout the world. The Field Representative role will coordinate with botanical colorant contract growers in the Philippines. The Field Representative will be based out of any of these locations: Calabarzon, Iloilo, Palawan and General Santos City. The Field Representative will be a member of Sensient Agronomy team to accomplish the duties specified below.MAIN OBJECTIVES:

Manages contract farming relationships in the region
Implements standardized Sensient agronomic practices across all farms from seed to post-harvest to maximize yield in terms of pigmentation and harvest output

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with Sensient's agronomy team
Implements soil and water testing, GPS-positioning, and standardized farm record keeping across all contract farms
Conducts regular farm visits across the region
Implements germplasm adaptation trials, preliminary and advanced yield trials of breeding materials across the region
Monitors for insects, weeds, diseases and abiotic stresses and recommends appropriate prophylactic and curative recommendations
Develops innovative farming practices for optimum yield and pigment production of botanical colorants
Works with other regional agronomists, consultants, academics and other researchers
Collects data
Writes timely and accurate field reports
Amenable to 75% domestic travel

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

College level/BS degree (preferably in agriculture and related fields)
5+ years of experience in agriculture
Experience with farms, familiarity with farm management, various farming practices including organic and conventional, and knowledge and experience in farm machinery and equipment
Owns a valid driver's license and demonstrated ability to drive a truck to remote farms
Analytical and decision-making skills
Local language and some English proficiency
Ability to work independently
Effective team player and ability to interact effectively with farmers
Proficient computer skills
Ability to work across diverse cultures

SQF RESPONSIBILITY:Ensure the highest level of commitment to Safe Quality Food (SQF) in order to provide assurance that all products have been produced, prepared and handled according to the highest possible standards.ABOUT SENSIENT COLORS:Sensient Color Group is a leading developer, producer and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a central role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products. The Color Group is located in St. Louis, Missouri.ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at .Equal Opportunity EmployerAbout Us:ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, specialty colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website atEqual Opportunity EmployerAbout the Team:Sensient Colors is a leading developer, producer and supplier of natural and synthetic color systems for customers around the globe. The Company's high-performance products play a central role in the manufacture of foods and beverages, cosmetic and pharmaceutical colors and coatings, and colors for agricultural uses, household cleaners and paper products.

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