PRODUCT & SYSTEMS SPECIALIST (Large Tractor & Seeding)

PRODUCT & SYSTEMS SPECIALIST (Large Tractor & Seeding)

Base+ Annual Bonus + Super+ Tool of trade vehicle

Integrity. Quality. Humanity. Commitment. Innovation.

These are our values and not only what we stand by but what we stand for. We believe in empowering people. We create and deliver solutions. We give back to community. We think differently and we do it better. Our innovative spirit has driven us to continually evolve and deliver solutions to our dealers and our community and made us a business that our people are proud of and proud to work for.

At John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities. And we live up to the legacy our founder forged in a one-room blacksmith's shop nearly two centuries ago by creating a culture that brings out the best in all of us. A culture where great ideas thrive because every voice is heard.

The Opportunity

Join our team as a Product & Systems Specialist, where you will demonstrate the value of John Deere’s Large Tractor and Air Seeding equipment portfolio. Your role will span across John Deere’s Large Tractor and Air Seeding product portfolio, showcasing both agronomic and economic benefits to our dealers and customers. This field-based position can be located in Perth, Western Australia and requires regular domestic travel to fulfill the responsibilities of the role. If successful, you will be responsible for:

• Knowledge Development: Enhance product and technology knowledge among dealers and team members to ensure they are well-equipped to articulate the John Deere value effectively.
• Support Dealer Demonstrations: Collaborate with dealers to develop, execute, and support product and solutions demonstrations that align with their Area of Responsibility (AOR) requirements.
• Manage Equipment Demonstrations: Oversee JDL equipment demonstrations by meticulously executing demonstration plans that highlight the features and benefits of our offerings to unlock value for our customers.
• Drive Technology Adoption: Foster growth in Embedded Technology Take Rate by creating compelling value proposition statements and supporting documents.
• Optimize Products and Technology: Govern the Product and Technology Optimization process (Pre-Sale) through group meetings and interactions to identify key opportunities.
• Demonstration Planning: Ensure dealers have a comprehensive demonstration plan that illustrates the agronomic and economic value of the complete John Deere solution while clearly communicating your role in supporting execution.
• Manage Consignment Equipment: Take ownership of all JDL Consignment Equipment, ensuring proper utilization and compliance with inspection requirements as per the consignment policy.
• Sales Enablement: Identify and support sales opportunities by actively participating in dealer and team meetings, enhancing communication and engagement.
• Event Representation: Represent John Deere at Field Days and Trade Show Events, showcasing our products and solutions to a broader audience.
• Customer Engagement: Assist dealers and territory teams during customer visits and salesperson ride-alongs to enhance customer relationships and support sales efforts.

About You

With strong expertise in agricultural machinery, precision ag products, and farming practices, you are an energetic self-starter and an excellent team player who takes pride in your work environment.

What Skills You Need:

• Ability to work independently and execute plans effectively
• Experience in the agriculture industry, including machine and agronomic understanding
• Knowledge of modern farming practices and digital tools, with a capacity for analysis
• Marketing experience and skills in planning, execution and relationship building
• Understanding of wholesale/retail relationships
• Goal-oriented with a drive to be a market leader
• Self-motivated and ability to influence without authority
• Willingness to travel (up to 50%)
• Seeding and Tractor Marketing Experience advantageous

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Passion for the agricultural industry and sustainability
• Agronomic knowledge and/or experience
• Experience selling and supporting dealer sales
• Experience in launching sales and marketing initiatives for products

Education / Experience:

Ideally, you will have a degree or equivalent experience in one of the following areas:

• Agricultural Sciences
• Marketing

Why Join Us?

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go. Here, you'll enjoy the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement.

We are a Global company that truly values its people and provides a broad range of benefits which include a competitive remuneration package, flexible working, social activities, health and safety programs and ongoing training and development opportunities along with other Benefits like:

• Friendly and inclusive company culture where wellbeing of our employees is at the forefront of everything we do.
• A mature outlook on flexible work arrangements which allows you to truly balance work and life.
• Professional Development (Higher Education, Training & Memberships)
• 14.5% Super if you choose to go with John Deere Mercer Super Plan
• Paid Parental leave – 16 Weeks for new parents
• Annual Leave loading
• Purchase Leave & Paid Community Leave
• Relocation assistance available for candidates moving from other states in Australia or New Zealand.
• A fully maintained tool of trade vehicle for use in accordance with the Company Car Policy

We embrace and strive for a workforce that is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and to provide a workplace where people feel included, valued and supported. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and believe that by understanding and respecting each other’s differences we will perform at our best!

If you have the experience outlined above, and the passion to succeed, we would love to hear from you! Please click the 'APPLY' button now and send through your resume and cover letter detailing your previous relevant experience and why you are the perfect candidate for our team.

Applications for this position will close at close of business 16 March 2025

Note: Appropriate work authorisations are required in this country prior to application.