Sales Agronomist III-Northeast and North Central Nebraska

Bayer; Fort Wayne (IN); Remote; USD 89,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Sales Agronomist III for Northeast and North Central Nebraska. This role involves providing agronomic advice, building relationships with growers, and supporting market growth. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in agronomy and sales, with excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement plans

PTO

Sick leave

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in agronomy, technology, sales, or marketing.
• Ability to learn and apply agronomic knowledge relevant to customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop business plans with Field Sales Representatives for assigned regions.
• Build relationships with key growers and offer agronomic insights.
• Support seasonal activities like crop planning and harvest monitoring.

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Digital literacy

Analytical skills

Sales skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Task management

Networking skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, or related field

Job description

Sales Agronomist III-Northeast and North Central Nebraska

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Overview

We are hiring multiple Sales Agronomists in Northeast and North Central Nebraska. Please specify your preferred region in your application. The Sales Agronomist (SA) serves as a local expert on Bayer Crop Science products, advising growers to ensure in-season success. Responsibilities include building relationships, providing agronomic advice, and supporting Bayer's market growth from planning to harvest.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive business plans with Field Sales Representatives (FSRs) for assigned regions, targeting 100 high-growth growers.
• Build relationships with key growers, offering agronomic insights, product recommendations, and support.
• Lead demand generation plans and support team goals.
• Provide agronomic advice on farm management, crop planning, and product placement.
• Drive Bayer portfolio trials with targeted growers.
• Support seasonal activities like crop planning, scouting, and harvest monitoring.
• Collaborate with team members to align on business strategies and understand growers' objectives.
• Address performance issues and key grower needs during the season.
• Recommend innovative strategies to leadership.
• Monitor grower accounts and identify new opportunities throughout the year.
• Manage an annual SG&A budget and related expenditures.
• Travel approximately 60%, engaging face-to-face with customers.

Qualifications

Required

• Effective communication skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Knowledge of company products, practices, and initiatives.
• Strategic thinking using business insights.
• Digital literacy and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical, sales, negotiation, and influence skills.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to quickly develop relationships and influence customer behavior.
• Effective task management and multitasking skills.
• Strong networking and consultative sales skills.
• Ability to learn and apply agronomic knowledge relevant to customer needs.
• Valid driver’s license and safe hauling practices, possibly under DOT/FMCSA regulations.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, business, or related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in agronomy, technology, sales, or marketing.
• Experience working with remote sales teams.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary ranges from approximately $89,600 to $134,400, with potential bonuses or commissions. Benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement plans, PTO, and sick leave. Compensation varies based on location, experience, and other factors.

Application Details

This position is open until at least June 30, 2025. Bayer offers competitive benefits and encourages applicants to apply to make a meaningful impact. Bayer is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Additional Information

• Location: United States, Nebraska, Residence-Based
• Division: Crop Science
• Reference Code: 845390

Contact: [e-mail]