Sales Agronomist - West Central, Michigan

Ag 1 Source is looking for a Sales Agronomist to sell crop nutrients and crop protection products to farmers in the region with a focus on vegetable crops, and tree fruits. If you have a love for agronomy, working with farmers and these types of crops, along with seeking the opportunity to work for a growing organization that can offer you continued career advancement, then is certainly an opportunity for you!

What’s in it for you:

• Work with a stable and growing organization that is committed to this region and the support of the farmers
• Strong base pay as well as the ability to earn extra bonuses and incentives
• Come into this with a partial book of business to get you started with the expectation that you will also grow the customer base
• Travel the local area and not have to be gone over night very often

What you will be doing:

• Consulting with local growers on their crops and providing recommendations for nutritional products and crop protection products
• Seed is not something that this role will be responsible for
• Building relationship with the current customer base and prospecting for new customers
• Being the face of this organization and providing exceptional customer service and support

A successful candidate for this Sales Agronomist will possess the following:

• Prior sales experience of at least 3 years, preferably with direct to farmer experience
• Good knowledge of the local crops, especially tree fruit and vegetables.
• Basic agronomic knowledge of fertilizer and chemistry and the willingness to learn
• Strong passion for customer service

Compensation: Will very much depend on experience but targeting around $70-$80K base plus other incentives.

Benefits: Full benefits, 401K, company vehicle, etc.

Desired Location: This position requires you to live in one of the following counties: Ottawa, Kent, Newago, Muskegon, and Oceana counties, as they will be your primary focus area for this role.

Ag 1 Source has been focused on Executive Level Agriculture recruiting since 2002, our network runs deep. If this role isn't quite the right fit for you, but are still open to exploring career growth, feel free to do so HERE. Or, if you know someone who may be interested in this role, please reach out HERE. We provide up to a $500 referral bonus for individuals that are referred, and we place.

*Candidates must be eligible to work in the US as well as meet the qualifications listed above in order to be considered for the Sales Agronomist job.