Northside Elevator · 1 week ago
Sales Agronomist
Northside Elevator is a family-owned leader in feed manufacturing, committed to transforming the agricultural industry since 1948. They are seeking a Sales Agronomist who will sell agronomic products and services, develop relationships with growers, and provide expert guidance to enhance farm profitability.
Responsibilities
Actively sell agronomic products, including fertilizer, seed, crop protection, and agronomic services to clients
Develop and maintain strong relationships with growers, providing agronomic consultation and product recommendations tailored to their needs
Achieve sales goals and execute strategic sales plans, focusing on new business development and account growth
Create and recommend agronomic programs for targeted accounts to increase revenue and expand sales opportunities
Spend a majority of time developing and nurturing relationships with farmers to earn business and grow market share
Drive growth of agronomy business in Northside’s Stanley developing market location
Negotiate, close sales, and manage client accounts, ensuring strong retention and client satisfaction
Collaborate with others as part of Northside’s agronomy team to elevate individual and group success and profitability
Scout fields for weeds, pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies, providing data-driven recommendations to improve crop health and profitability
Provide in-season and year-round agronomic advice on seed selection, nutrient management, and crop protection strategies
Analyze soil test data, field history, and nutrient credits to develop proper fertilizer and nutrient recommendations
Evaluate crop emergence, growth stages, and harvest, ensuring growers make the best decisions for optimal yield and profitability
Identify crop threats and provide economically viable weed, insect, and disease management recommendations
Communicate proactively in support of clients’ in-season needs, entering work orders accurately to ensure timely and smooth data flow to agronomy operations team
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Ag Business, Crop Science, or a related field preferred
3+ years of experience in agronomy sales, crop advising, or agricultural business development
Proven experience in agronomic product sales, client relationship management, and business development
Deep knowledge of fertilizer, seed, crop protection products, and agronomic best practices
Strong consultative selling skills – understanding clients' needs and offering tailored solutions
Ability to build relationships, negotiate, and close sales with a high level of integrity and trust
Ability to develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and retain clients
Understanding of pricing, margins, and profitability in the agri-business sector
Excellent communication, active-listening, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Highly self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently in a field-based sales role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, agronomy-related software, and CRM tools
Ability to travel regularly to client locations and attend industry events
Genuine passion and enthusiasm that translates into authenticity and credibility
Preferred
Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) preferred or willingness to obtain certification
Company
Northside Elevator
Northside Elevator is a full service and fully automated feed manufacturing company supplying for dairy and other species with standard or custom-design rations.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase