Key Accounts Agronomist: Growth & ROI Leader

Verdesian Life Sciences

Iowa

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Verdesian Life Sciences is seeking an outgoing Business Development Agronomist to support our Key Account team across specialty fertilizers and biologicals in the Midwest. You'll build trusted relationships with R&D and agronomy stakeholders, lead go-to-market planning for new product launches, and translate field trial data into ROI narratives that accelerate adoption.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in agronomy or technical sales, strong presentation skills, and a data-driven, consultative

Qualifications

5+ years in agronomy or technical sales within crop inputs.
Credibility with technical audiences; data-driven advising.
Strong field trial design and interpretation skills.
Business acumen linking product performance to ROI for customers.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools; valid driver's license and travel.

Responsibilities

Partner with Key Account Managers to grow specialty fertilizer and biologicals penetration.
Build relationships with customer R&D, agronomy, and technical services teams.
Lead go-to-market planning for new product launches (positioning, trials, training).
Design and interpret field trials, translating results into ROI narratives.
Create sales enablement tools (talk tracks, tech sheets, competitive positioning).
Present at customer meetings, field days, and industry events.
Identify new pipeline opportunities across crops, geographies, and segments.