Field Representative - Caldwell, ID
ADM, Caldwell, ID, United States
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager of North American Mint Procurement, this exempt level position supports procurement of peppermint and spearmint essential oils from farmers across the Pacific Northwest region. The primary contact between ADM and mint farmers, the role is responsible for procuring high‑quality mint oil that meets ADM’s quality standards, monitoring crop health throughout the season, and overseeing the process from planting through harvest and distillation.
Responsibilities
Grower Relationship Management: Develop and maintain positive relationships with existing and prospective growers.
Contracting & Negotiation: Negotiate and execute mint oil contracts, ensuring fair pricing, volume needs, and quality standards for both parties.
Logistics and Procurement Monitoring: Track crop progress, estimate harvest yields, and coordinate pickup of oil from farm distilleries to ADM facilities.
Agronomic Support: Conduct regular field visits to inspect crop health, provide technical guidance on best practices, and ensure proper harvest/distillation techniques.
Market Analysis & Reporting: Provide regular reports on crop conditions, weather impacts, and market trends to internal procurement management.
Quality Control: Ensure all incoming mint oil complies with ADM and industry standards.
ERP Capability: Use ERP systems to enter contracts, purchase orders, and manage oil receipts; pull purchase information as needed.
Required Skills
Works with urgency and an owner’s mindset.
Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to build trustworthy relationships with growers.
Analysis and collection of market data.
Provides excellent service to growers while soliciting feedback to improve service.
Works independently and manages a large, rural territory.
Motivated to set goals and undertake self‑development activities.
Seeks ways to improve and promote quality.
Contributes a positive attitude and team mindset.
Willingness to make decisions and understand business implications.
Knowledge of market and competition.
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Office, and Teams.
Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in an agribusiness‑related field preferred; 2‑5 years of agriculture experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation Base pay offered may vary depending on location, experience, and skill level. Pay range for this position is expected to be between $54,600.00 and $102,000.00. Employees may be eligible for a salaried incentive plan and an annual bonus.
Benefits and Perks
Physical wellness – medical, Rx, dental, vision, and onsite wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs.
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company‑sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.
EEO Statement We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job ID 107395BR
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Responsibilities
Grower Relationship Management: Develop and maintain positive relationships with existing and prospective growers.
Contracting & Negotiation: Negotiate and execute mint oil contracts, ensuring fair pricing, volume needs, and quality standards for both parties.
Logistics and Procurement Monitoring: Track crop progress, estimate harvest yields, and coordinate pickup of oil from farm distilleries to ADM facilities.
Agronomic Support: Conduct regular field visits to inspect crop health, provide technical guidance on best practices, and ensure proper harvest/distillation techniques.
Market Analysis & Reporting: Provide regular reports on crop conditions, weather impacts, and market trends to internal procurement management.
Quality Control: Ensure all incoming mint oil complies with ADM and industry standards.
ERP Capability: Use ERP systems to enter contracts, purchase orders, and manage oil receipts; pull purchase information as needed.
Required Skills
Works with urgency and an owner’s mindset.
Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to build trustworthy relationships with growers.
Analysis and collection of market data.
Provides excellent service to growers while soliciting feedback to improve service.
Works independently and manages a large, rural territory.
Motivated to set goals and undertake self‑development activities.
Seeks ways to improve and promote quality.
Contributes a positive attitude and team mindset.
Willingness to make decisions and understand business implications.
Knowledge of market and competition.
Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Office, and Teams.
Education & Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in an agribusiness‑related field preferred; 2‑5 years of agriculture experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation Base pay offered may vary depending on location, experience, and skill level. Pay range for this position is expected to be between $54,600.00 and $102,000.00. Employees may be eligible for a salaried incentive plan and an annual bonus.
Benefits and Perks
Physical wellness – medical, Rx, dental, vision, and onsite wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and Colleague Giving Programs.
Paid time off including paid holidays.
Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Company‑sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs.
EEO Statement We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job ID 107395BR
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