Agronomy Enablement Lead AB (Delta Division)

Simplot Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Simplot Company is seeking a senior agronomist to provide advanced agronomic expertise and consultative support to commercial teams and growers. You will lead field diagnostics, product placement strategies, and field development activities, translating agronomic knowledge into practical solutions.

The role requires 6+ years of experience in agronomy and a Master’s degree (PhD preferred). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, conduct field trials, and guide data-driven

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Science, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive agronomic experience.
• PhD preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced agronomic support through field diagnostics and product placement recommendations.
• Lead and support field development programs for new products and technologies.
• Analyze agronomic and telemetry data to provide actionable insights to teams and growers.
• Conduct technical training to strengthen product knowledge and consultative selling.
• Partner with commercial teams and growers to identify opportunities and solve challenges.
• Manage crop claim investigations, inventory tracking, and record maintenance with compliance.

Skills

Advanced agronomic expertise

Field diagnostics

Consultative selling

Product placement

Education

Master's in Agronomy

PhD preferred

Job description

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

Provides advanced agronomic expertise and consultative support to commercial teams and growers. Leads field diagnostics, product placement strategies, and field development activities while leveraging innovative solutions to improve grower outcomes and business performance. Serves as a trusted technical advisor who translates agronomic knowledge into practical, customer-focused solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced agronomic support through field diagnostics, product performance evaluations, and product placement recommendations that drive customer success.
• Lead and support field development programs for emerging products, technologies, and innovative agronomic solutions, including data collection and performance assessment.
• Analyze agronomic and telemetry data to provide actionable insights and decision-support recommendations for commercial teams and growers.
• Serve as an agronomic subject matter expert by conducting technical training that strengthens product knowledge, agronomic expertise, and consultative selling capabilities.
• Partner with commercial teams and growers to identify opportunities, solve agronomic challenges, and support business growth.
• Manage crop claim investigations, inventory tracking, and record maintenance while ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely resolution of issues.

Typical Education

Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Science, or related field required.

PhD preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant industry experience will be considered.

• 6+ years of progressive agronomic experience following advanced education.
• Experience providing agronomic recommendations, supporting commercial sales efforts, and delivering customer-facing technical solutions.
• Experience conducting field trials, product evaluations, and agronomic research preferred.

Other Information

Demonstrated expertise in crop production systems, field diagnostics, and agronomic recommendations. Strong communication, relationship-building, and consultative selling skills required. Ability to effectively engage growers, commercial teams, and cross-functional stakeholders while balancing technical expertise with practical business solutions.

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.