Field Sales Agronomist - Western New York territory

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

• Accountable for profitable sales and market share growth of FS supported seed and provides agronomy technical and sales/marketing leadership with assigned FS companies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Leads and initiates sales calls with targeted growers coordinated with assigned FS companies to promote FS supported seed brands with primary emphasis on FS seed, crop protection products, and plant food.
• Provides technical and marketing leadership, promotes, and supports implementation of GROWMARK Agronomy key marketing initiatives.
• Provides professional field level agronomic and sales support to targeted crop specialists and growers with information concerning the features and corresponding agronomic benefits of GROWMARK Agronomy products and services versus the strengths and weaknesses of other key competitive products and services.
• Leads assigned FS companies in implementation of key targeted grower strategies and programs for Beyond Boundaries and identified key accounts.
• Leads the promotion of GROWMARK agronomy products and services consistent with business plans. In collaboration with the Agronomy Business Director, ensures that FS seed supply intents are developed and communicated to the appropriate GROWMARK Agronomy personnel.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Ag Business or Agronomy, or related field
• 1 years of ag sales related work experience to demonstrate knowledge of seed and crop protection sales.
• CCA - nice to have!
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Occasionally required to lift 51 to 70 pounds.
• Have the ability to travel independently and overnight as needed.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $98,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

• New York State: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road