Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated, experienced professional to drive the growth of Sipcam Agro’s biostimulants and differentiated products by partnering with key customers, influencers, and the Sipcam Agro sales team. This person will act as a technical sales expert to promote product adoption and share insights on sustainable trends, cropping solutions and emerging technologies.
This person will engage with Retail-agronomists, PCA’s, growers, and consultants to build demand and position the targeted portfolio in a customer value-added manner. Lead key retail and distributor locations in creating demand and supporting demonstration projects in collaboration with account managers and leadership to achieve business goals. Execute programs supporting both current and future sales initiatives.
Skills and Abilities
Strong agronomy skills, technical selling and field demonstration experience, including plot trial setup and evaluation
Drive product adoption with customers through showcasing agronomic benefits that build and close Sipcam commercial sales
Proven ability to create demand through non-price value-based creation
Strong cross-collaboration skills in working with sales account managers and leaders, to deliver the business plan
Excellent communication, reporting, organizational, and presentation skills
Strong business planning and understanding of distribution system and selling techniques
Experience and Education
5 - 10 years in field sales/agronomy with ag distributors, retail and growers focused on biostimulants or value added, differentiated product concepts
In-depth agronomy, soil fertility, and plant science knowledge
Sales skills with retail, distribution, and growers
BS, MS, or MBA in Agriculture (weed science, entomology, plant physiology, plant pathology, or agronomy), Business, or Economics
Additional Requirements
Up to 70% travel; must maintain an acceptable driving record
Ability to lift 40 lbs. and work in variable weather conditions with mechanical inclinations to support drones and basic servicing
Ability to obtain drone use and licensing to support technical development and customer engagement activities
This role will require extended overnight stays as needed
