Sales Agronomist

Are you passionate about agriculture and thrive in a competitive environment? Do you have a strong background in agronomy with a drive to achieve exceptional results? If so, this Sales Agronomist position might be the perfect opportunity for you! Join our dynamic team and be at the forefront of agricultural innovation, while building lasting relationships with growers and helping them solve their agronomy and crop production challenges.

What's in it for you:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including 401K Match or Defined Benefit Retirement Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more.
• Career Growth and Development: Opportunities to advance and develop your professional skills in a supportive environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, paid holidays, and a clothing allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to resources that support your personal and professional well-being.
• Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts both within the company and at local businesses.

This role will be responsible for:

• Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with customers, with a focus on enhancing their overall experience.
• Advising product management on new products and services that benefit growers, and mentoring the sales team in their introduction.
• Managing a book of business within a designated territory, ensuring business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Conducting sales calls with current and prospective customers, while maintaining a customer data management base.
• Consulting with growers in the field on product quality, standards, and necessary applications.

Expectations will include:

• Achieving and maintaining 5000 acres and 10% growth (500 acres) in 2 out of the last 3 years.
• Demonstrating strong agronomic skills and staying current with industry best practices.
• Interpreting soil tests, nutrient maps, and building fertility and pesticide recommendations.
• Identifying weeds, insects, and plant diseases, and recommending appropriate actions.
• Presenting products, services, and added value to customers effectively.

A qualified candidate will possess the following:

• 3+ years of related experience in agronomy or a similar field.
• A Bachelor's degree is a plus but not required.
• A valid motor license.
• Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification or the willingness to work towards it.
• A commitment to the core values of Respect, Integrity, Safety, and Excellence.

If you're ready to take your agronomy career to the next level, apply now and become a key player in our team's success!

Compensation: Competitive base salary with opportunities for bonuses/incentives.

Benefits: Options for either 401k match at 200% or Pension plan, Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Education Assistance, PTO, Paid Holidays

Desired Location: Northern IA

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.