Sales Agronomist

gpac; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision

PTO

401K

Company vehicle

Paid cell phone

Laptop

iPad

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Sales Agronomist to cover a small territory in Iowa. The role involves servicing current growers, prospecting new clients, and selling chemicals, fertilizers, and seeds while staying current with agronomic technology.

The ideal candidate has agronomy knowledge, familiarity with Excel/Outlook, and the ability to work independently. A relevant agronomy degree is preferred, with a base salary of 65,000–90,000 USD plus bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in agronomy sales preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of soil testing and agronomy practices.
• Willingness to work independently in a territory.

Responsibilities

• Service current growers and prospect new clients.
• Sell chemical, fertilizer and seed products within a territory.
• Work independently and stay up to date with agronomic technology.
• Provide agronomic recommendations.
• Perform soil and tissue samples.

Skills

Self-motivated

Goal-oriented

Sales experience

Education

Agronomy/Agriculture degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Our multi-million dollar Ag client not only focuses on their customer's success, but also to see their employees grow and flourish. There is no doubt you will feel right at home working for this outstanding organization; you will play an instrumental role within their Agronomy department and be a valued team member. They are looking to hire a Sales Agronomist who can hit the ground running covering a small territory in Iowa.

Sales Agronomist Responsibilities

• Service current growers as well as prospecting new clientele
• Sell chemical, fertilizer and seed products throughout a given territory
• Work independently and stay up to date with agronomic technology
• Give agronomic recommendations
• Perform soil/tissue samples

Sales Agronomist Requirements

• General computer skills with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook
• Self-motivated, ambitious and goal-driven
• 1+ years sales experience in an agronomy-related role is preferred
• Agronomy/Agriculture degree is preferred

Sales Agronomist Compensation

• Base salary of 65,000-90,000 DOE plus bonuses
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, 401K, etc.
• Paid cell phone, laptop, ipad and company vehicle

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.