Field Sales Agronomist (Southeast IL)

Corteva Agriscience • NA-US-IL-Virtual Office, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Pioneer, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind. Pioneer has an exciting opportunity for a Sales Field Agronomist serving Southeast Illinois (Fayette, Effingham, Jasper, Crawford, Lawrence, Clay, Richland, Wayne, Edwards, Wayne, Edwards and Wabash counties). If hired, you may be required to travel as necessary to support business activities. Candidate should reside within the territory. If you have a passion for providing solutions to growers and developing and leading a high-performing team, this is a great opportunity for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Five to seven (5-7) years of agronomy sales experience, educating and empowering individuals is preferred.
• Must be able to sell, negotiate, influence, resolve conflict, and coach.
• Agronomy and crop production experience is desired.
• Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.
• Ability to pass a driving record background check.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coach and exhibit professional agronomy salesmanship; Effective relationship-building, sales tactics, and value-added negotiations through on-farm sales calls with Pioneer Agents for both existing customers and prospects.
• Educate and empower our Pioneer agency network to deliver a best-in-class grower experience rooted in sound agronomic advice and optimized product management.
• Lead local trials and agronomy communications plan to support grower education and sales growth.
• Support onboarding and agronomic development of high-quality, professional sellers to deliver a differentiated customer experience and sustained market share growth.
• Maintain a thorough agronomic and technical knowledge of Pioneer products and services.
• Leverage the complete Corteva portfolio, including seed, seed treatment, digital tools, crop protection, biologicals and more to deliver a comprehensive and differentiated offering.
• Model the way in demonstrating integrity, determination, adaptability, passion, and collaboration.
• Work collaboratively and communicate consistently with all peers, supporting functions, leaders, and external partners.
• Advocate for break through ideas and solutions up and down the chain of command.
• Anticipate market opportunities and threats, and position your sales team to react, adapt and overcome.
• Troubleshoot customer concerns and work to identify and deliver mutually beneficial solutions.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior