Brewing Material Agronomist

Requisition ID: 38559 

Cheers to creating an incredible tomorrow! 

At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo.  With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry.  That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward.

We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together.  We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes.

Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies.

Crafted Highlights:   

In the role of Agronomist working in Monte Vista, Colorado you will develop and manage supplier (grower) relationships within one of the scenic barley production regions of the Rocky Mountain West. This position provides barley production guidance to Molson Coors barley growers in Colorado through consultation to achieve a high level of malt barley quality as well as sustainability. This position spends a significant amount of time outside the office, traveling regionally to visit growers. The Agronomist also contributes as needed to elevator operations as well as manages and executes independent projects for the Barley Program.

This position reports to the Regional Manager – Barley Program.

What You’ll Be Brewing: 

·         Implementing Molson Coors procurement strategies. Executing the Molson Coors barley contract with growers. Responsible for maintaining the grower base to obtain the best barley to maximize the highest value to Molson Coors.  Works to improve the grower community level of sustainability within the Molson Coors Barley Program.

·         Collaborating with the Molson Coors barley growers to produce a quality crop that meet Molson Coors contract specifications.  Agronomic recommendations encompass planting, integrated pest management, irrigation, and timing of harvest.

·         Collaborating with the Barley Research and Development in the planning, execution, and analysis of variety development activities in area. Providing expert support and knowledge to the Farm Operator to enable the research farm to deliver the best performance.

·         Managing or assisting, with the administration of a certified barley seed program, including contracting of seed growers and inspections of grower’s equipment and storage. Managing seed wholesaler relationships.

Key Ingredients:  

·         You are an authentic leader. You value and respect differences and believe diversity with inclusion is the key to collaboration and a winning team culture.

·         Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or Business, or 5 years practical field experience in agronomy or related field required.

·         Practical experience in small grain production is required.

·         Demonstrated skills with common software such as Windows, Excel, and Word.  Ability to quickly learn to manage information in grain accounting systems as well as ArcGIS Pro.

·         Can demonstrate skills in trouble shooting, technical crop knowledge, and decision making.

 Beverage Bonuses:  

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities  

• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are 
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization 
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages! 
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer.  We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com. 

Pay and Benefits:

At Molson Coors, we’re committed to paying people fairly and equitably for the work they do.

Job Posting Total Rewards Offerings: $77,500.00 - $101,700.00 (posting salary range) + 10% target short term incentive + $23,000 on average spent on benefits per employee, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, retirement with above market employer match, wellness incentives and EAP + paid time off (including holidays, vacation days and sick days).

The posting range provided above for salary is what we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  We ultimately pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors that inform pay decisions including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set and internal equity.