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Pivot Bio · 1 day ago

Commercial Agronomist - Coastal Region

Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology, focusing on naturally-occurring microbes and modern gene editing. The Commercial Agronomist will provide technical expertise to guide on-farm fertility decisions and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

AgricultureAgTechBiotechnologyCleanTech
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Build relationships and provide technical service to Pivot Bio distribution partners and growers within assigned territory to help ensure their success while utilizing our products
Lead training events and deliver world-class fertility insights, with a focus on nitrogen management, to customers and the sales team
Execute and manage on-farm product demo protocols to showcase product performance and support future product development
Provide technical product knowledge, stewardship, best practices recommendations, and product performance results throughout the commercial organization
Help create and communicate nitrogen education initiatives to industry partners, growers, and consumers
Develop and deliver innovative nitrogen management plans to enhance agricultural efficiency
Support sales efforts by promoting Pivot Bio products at farm calls, trade shows, and field tours
Collaborate with Product Development Agronomists to transfer knowledge of new products and technologies to sales organization and customers and assist with their research with Universities and other partnerships
Promote sustainability program through grower education on program details, implementation, and data requirements

Qualification

Crop fertility expertiseNitrogen managementAgronomy knowledgeCrop modelingPrecision agricultureEducateAgility in changing environmentCommunicationInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in agronomy or crop consulting
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 80% of the time to client locations
Expertise in crop fertility, agronomy, crop physiology, and soil science
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships
Ability to work independently and build efficient weekly schedule
Understanding of the relationship between on farm fertility practices and soil biology
Fluent in understanding and ability to educate on nitrogen and nitrogen management
Experience with crop modeling, precision agriculture, and data analysis tools
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Adapt and maintain agility in a rapidly changing environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Sales Incentive Bonus Plan
Competitive package in a disruptive startup
Stock options
Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums
Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies
Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts
401(k) plan, 3% Match
Commuter benefits
Annual Training & Development support
Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule
Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team

Company

Pivot Bio

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Pivot Bio is an agricultural tech company improving the microbiome by taking nitrogen from the air and making it available for plants.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$616.9M
Key Investors
BloombergNEFBreakthrough Energy VenturesDCVC
2021-07-19Series D· $430M
2021-04-08Grant
2020-04-30Series C· $100M

Leadership Team

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Christopher Abbott
Chief Executive Officer
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Robert Houghton
Chief Financial Officer
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