Technical Agronomist

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Job Summary: We are seeking a leadership-oriented and motivated Agricultural Engineer to develop nutritional solutions and commercial strategies for semi-annual crops in the Meta and Casanare regions. Key Highlights: 1. Development of nutritional solutions and commercial strategies for crops 2. Implementation of technical value propositions and agronomic plans 3. Identification of business opportunities and team training Date posted: Apr 27, 2026 Location: Bogotá, Bogota D.C., CO Area of Expertise: Agronomy Job Type: Permanent Work mode (place): On site Job Requisition ID: 24787 **Technical Agronomist** ======================== We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges \- resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change. **About the Unit** ------------------ Yara offers solutions for sustainable agriculture and the environment. Our fertilizers and crop nutrition programs help produce the food required by the world’s growing population. Our industrial products and solutions reduce emissions levels, improve air quality, and support safe and efficient practices. Founded in Norway in 1905, Yara has an international presence with sales in 150 countries. Safety is always our top priority. At present, we have an opening for the position of Technical Agronomist in the Eastern Zone based in Villavicencio, and we require a leadership-oriented, experienced, and highly motivated individual whose primary purpose is to ensure the joint execution of the commercial strategy with the Sales team by developing farmer-centric nutritional solutions for the Meta and Casanare departments. The Technical Agronomist’s role focuses on implementing and developing technical value propositions, defining and developing strategic agronomic components of the value proposition—primarily for Rice, Maize, Soybean, and other key crops in the Llanos region—which must include: Implementation of the Yara Crop Nutrition Solution / Program, integrated tools and services; structured upon continuous diagnosis and monitoring of crop dynamics in Colombia and the company’s defined strategy (BP\-Crop RoadMap). This position is located in Colombia and will report directly to the National Semi-Annual Crops Leader, with its base in the Meta department \- Villavicencio. **Responsibilities** -------------------- Establish specific field trial requirements to build and validate agronomic arguments supporting each product line’s proposals; define types of activities (R\&D, local trials, demonstration plots, demos, etc.) with specific objectives, required resources, and work schedules jointly with Account Managers and Sales Managers; develop, support, and implement the strategy and Go-to-Market plan; document field results and define the theoretical\-practical foundation of the “Features – Arguments – Benefits” proposal (agronomic, economic, logistical, etc.) according to the target segment. Design and implementation of the Agronomic Plan: strategic approach aligned with market positioning and organizational vision; methodology for implementing the Yara Crop Nutrition Solution, based on comprehensive crop diagnosis in Colombia and identification of segments and decision-making units (DMU); scheduling of demand-generation, outreach, support, accompaniment, and internal training activities; execution schedule by zone – priorities – responsible parties for execution\-impact evaluation; working in close synchronization with the Sales team. Identification of business opportunities aligned with regional and national crop trends, opportunities for new tools and services that can be integrated into our value proposition, and premium product strategies ensuring budget achievement; development of nutritional solutions based on Premium Products for regional crops, with special emphasis on focus crops. Development and implementation of crop- and product-specific training programs in collaboration with the Sales team, aligned with the designed value proposition. Sales Budget: Achieve sales volume across all product lines while maintaining portfolio indicators established by the Company to contribute to business profitability. **Profile** ----------- Agricultural Engineer with minimum 5 years’ experience in the agricultural sector for semi-annual crops such as Rice, Maize, Soybean, and other relevant crops in the Eastern Zone. Experience in field trial development, research and/or technical assistance for crops in the Eastern Zone (Meta\-Casanare). Knowledge and experience in crop nutrition and agronomic criteria including planting, genetic material, pest and disease management, climatology, production systems, agricultural mechanization, mineral nutrition, plant physiology, soil chemistry\-physics, and practical application. Fertilization management for Rice, Maize, Soybean, and other crops in the Eastern Zone. **Additional Information** -------------------------- Knowledge of applied statistics in agriculture and principles of agricultural extension. Preparation and delivery of high-impact presentations. Proficiency in basic system tools: Office; foundational knowledge in precision agriculture. Specialization in areas related to soils, crop production, plant physiology, etc. is desirable. Intermediate\-advanced level of English is desirable. As a global organization, we actively strive to reflect societal diversity. Therefore, we encourage all qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports gender equality and enables balancing professional development with family or other personal circumstances. **Contact details** ------------------- Ximena Quiroga \- Talent Acquisition Coordinator Danna Méndez \- Talent Acquisition Specialist Nicolás Puentes \- P\&CBP **Apply no later than** ----------------------- May 11, 2026 **Knowledge grows through differences** Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity \& Inclusion (DE\&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D\&I ambassadors networks. As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated. **Job Segment:** Agronomy, Scientific, Agricultural, Equity, Agriculture, Engineering, Finance