Precision Agronomist & Farm Growth Advisor

Advanced Agrilytics; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Agrilytics in Illinois is seeking a Precision Agronomist to deliver expert agronomic advice and tailored solutions to farmers using our precision farming technologies. The PA combines technical knowledge with sales and relationship-building to help customers adopt tools that optimize inputs, boost yields, and increase profitability.

Reporting to the Regional Agronomy Lead across Illinois territory, the PA will analyze farm operations, conduct assessments, build crop plans, lead a team

Qualifications

• Four-year bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture Business, or related field with 3 or more years of experience (preferred) or Associates degree with 5 or more years of related experience
• Must be willing to obtain a Certified Crop Advisor certification within 1 year of employment
• Demonstrates passion for exceeding customer needs and the ability to influence and close the sale
• Knowledge of Precision Agriculture preferred
• Comfortable challenging customers and playing the role of a change agent to efficiently improve customer operations
• Strong listening skills to appreciate unique customer needs and align them into compelling value propositions
• Must reside in the U.S., and live in the applicable regional territory

Responsibilities

• Work closely with farmers and agronomists to understand their operations, goals, and challenges.
• Provide technical and agronomic advice to optimize input usage, such as fertilizers, pesticides, and water, based on collected data and precision farming techniques.
• Develop grower crop plans, rotations, and product positioning by unlocking the potential of every acre.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of agronomists and sales representatives, providing guidance on technical agronomy solutions and sales strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in precision agriculture technologies, products, and industry trends.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities by building relationships with farmers, agribusinesses, and industry stakeholders.
• Achieve sales targets by offering solutions that meet the specific needs of clients, focusing on improving farm productivity and profitability.
• Provide feedback to product development teams based on customer needs and experiences in the field.
• Work with Research Team Leads to identify growers and fields for research projects in your area.

Skills

Sales

Agronomy

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture Business, or related field

Associates degree with 5+ years of related experience

Tools

Rippling

PerformYard

Lever ATS

Seismic

Job description

Advanced Agrilytics in Illinois is seeking a Precision Agronomist to deliver expert agronomic advice and tailored solutions to farmers using our precision farming technologies. The PA combines technical knowledge with sales and relationship-building to help customers adopt tools that optimize inputs, boost yields, and increase profitability.

Reporting to the Regional Agronomy Lead across Illinois territory, the PA will analyze farm operations, conduct assessments, build crop plans, lead a team