Pioneer Field Agronomist, North Central Iowa

  • Corteva
  • Johnston, IA, USA
  • Sep 17, 2024

Job Description

Description

At Corteva Agriscience, 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.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Pioneer Field Agronomist serving North Central Iowa. The larger towns in this geography would include Mason City, Clear Lake, & Forest City. If you have a passion for providing solutions to customers and leading a high performing team, this is a great opportunity for you!

What You Will Do:

Sales Agronomy
  • Educate and empower our Pioneer agency network to deliver a best-in-class grower experience rooted in sound agronomic advice and optimized product management.
  • Coach effective relationship-building, sales tactics, and value-added negotiations through on-farm sales calls with Pioneer Agents for both existing customers and prospects.
  • Lead local trials and agronomy communications plan to support grower education and sales growth.
  • Troubleshoot customer concerns and work to identify and deliver mutually beneficial solutions.
  • 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 breakthrough 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.
Qualifications

What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree required. A master's degree in Agronomy or equivalent is preferred.
  • At least 5-7 years of agronomy sales experience, educating and empowering individuals.
  • Must be able to sell, negotiate, influence, resolve conflict, and coach.
  • Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.
  • Ability to pass a driving record background check.
  • VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
  • International relocation is not offered for this position.
Benefits - How We'll Support You:
  • 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
  • Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
  • Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life
Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

#GrowWhatMatters

Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. Corteva provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contactTalentAcquisition@corteva.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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