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Positions:         Sales Agronomist 

Location:         California – Central Valley   (could be anywhere from Stockton to Lompoc)

  

International company with focus on providing nutrition into the soil / at the root, is recruiting a Sales Agronomist.  (Familiar with citrus and blueberry crops a plus)

 

The company has a science-based plant and soil service offering.  These services provide a valuable synergy between crop performance and technology to farmers.  The solution includes a cloud-based data platform that supports informed decision making.

 

This role’s main purpose is to identify the needs of clients and recommend potential solutions utilizing the company’s technology, services and/or products. They will support and promote their clients business and growth

 

Responsibilities

  • Advise client on plant nutrition to optimize yield
  • Provide technical recommendations to customers based on various analyses
  • Identify and implement business opportunities to grow company’s market share
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers through regular on-site visits
  • Market and sell products and services
  • Secure repeat business
  • Establish and position yourself as a strategic and trusted partner
  • Preparing and presenting technical presentations to clients and industry stakeholders.
  • Gaining extensive knowledge relating to the use and application of the company’s products within a specific geographic location and crop types
  • Participating in industry associations, trade shows, and conferences
  • Conducting research and development to facilitate continuous product improvement
  • Performing field trials
  • Compile sales budgets and meeting those budgets
  • Maintaining financial and administrative records

 

Experience / Background

  • BS or AS Agronomy or Related degree
  • Agronomist with customer references in the Central Valley
  • Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) or Pest Control Advisor (PCA)
  • 3-5 years in plant health or nutrition
  • Experience with precision agriculture, soil science, plant nutrition
  • Passionate about Agriculture
  • Solid verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment as well as on your own
  • Ability to market and sell products and services
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