Technical Service - Agronomy Plant Biosolutions - India

Novonesis; New Delhi; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis Plant Biosolutions is seeking an experienced Technical Service – Agronomy for South Asia. The role centers on driving adoption of biological solutions in sugarcane across India by partnering with sugar mills, distributors, and commercial teams.

You will lead technical validations, develop agronomic value propositions, and help commercialize Novonesis biosolutions in key sugarcane regions, providing training and field support to teams and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Nutrition, Crop Science, Agricultural Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in agronomy, technical services, or market development with sugar mills or within the agri-inputs, crop nutrition, crop protection, or agri-biologicals industry.
• Strong agronomic expertise in sugarcane production systems and crop management practices.
• Demonstrated experience conducting field trials, demonstration programs, technical evaluations, and data interpretation.
• Experience working directly with farmers, distributors, institutional customers, or large sugar mill groups.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English and Hindi.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with sugar mills in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka to accelerate adoption and commercialization of Novonesis Biosolutions in sugarcane.
• Build strong relationships with sugar mill management, agronomy teams, and their extension networks, while supporting commercial teams in communicating Novonesis' technical value proposition and product differentiation.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in sugarcane agronomy and biological solutions, developing agronomic recommendations, application protocols, and best practices for Novonesis products.
• Establish and manage demonstration programs, field days, customer trials, and a robust pipeline of demonstrations supporting current and future business opportunities.
• Develop technical evidence and content, including comparative field data, cost calculators, case studies, customer testimonials, success stories, and agronomic recommendations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting and deliver technical training to sugar mill agronomy and commercial teams and distributors.

Skills

Fluency in English and Hindi

Strong communication

Field trials experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy/Soil Science/Crop Science

Job description

Job Description:

Interested in a career that matters?

At Novonesis Plant Biosolutions, we believe biology can help transform agriculture and create a more sustainable future. We are looking for an experienced agronomy professional to help accelerate the adoption of biological solutions across India by connecting science, farmers, partners, and commercial teams.

The role & your impact

As Technical Service – Agronomy, Plant Biosolutions - South Asia, you will be a trusted technical and agronomy expert for Novonesis Plant Biosolutions in India. You will drive the adoption and growth of biological solutions in sugarcane through strategic engagement with sugar mills, distributors, and commercial teams.

You will provide technical leadership, validate product performance, develop agronomic value propositions, and help successfully commercialize Novonesis Biosolutions across key sugarcane-growing regions in India.

Your key responsibilities in this role

• Partner closely with sugar mills in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka to accelerate adoption and commercialization of Novonesis Biosolutions in sugarcane.
• Build strong relationships with sugar mill management, agronomy teams, and their extension networks, while supporting commercial teams in communicating Novonesis' technical value proposition and product differentiation.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in sugarcane agronomy and biological solutions, developing agronomic recommendations, application protocols, and best practices for Novonesis products.
• Establish and manage demonstration programs, field days, customer trials, and a robust pipeline of demonstrations supporting current and future business opportunities.
• Develop technical evidence and content, including comparative field data, cost calculators, case studies, customer testimonials, success stories, and agronomic recommendations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting and deliver technical training to sugar mill agronomy and commercial teams and distributors.

What you'll need to be successful in this role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Nutrition, Crop Science, Agricultural Microbiology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in agronomy, technical services, or market development with sugar mills or within the agri-inputs, crop nutrition, crop protection, or agri-biologicals industry.
• Strong agronomic expertise in sugarcane production systems and crop management practices.
• Demonstrated experience conducting field trials, demonstration programs, technical evaluations, and data interpretation.
• Experience working directly with farmers, distributors, institutional customers, or large sugar mill groups.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with fluency in English and Hindi.

Additional skills & interests we value

• A customer-centric approach and passion for agriculture.
• A self-driven, entrepreneurial approach and ability to work independently.
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional working skills.
• A strong execution mindset, curiosity, and forward-thinking approach.
• Business acumen and the ability to translate agronomic science into customer and commercial value.

What we offer you

You will have the opportunity to bring your sugarcane agronomy expertise together with biological solutions and work across science, agriculture, customer partnerships, and commercial teams. The role offers broad engagement with sugar mills, distributors, farmers, and internal teams while contributing to the growth of Plant Biosolutions in India.

Working conditions

This is a hybrid role based in NCR, New Delhi or Bangalore, with travel of up to 60% within India.

Application deadline

End of October.

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Explore other openings

If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career