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Salary: USD 74,880 - 93,600 / annual
Pivot Bio is a venture-backed agtech company pioneering innovative fertilizer technology using naturally-occurring microbes and gene editing to provide nitrogen to crops. The company is seeking a Commercial Agronomist to drive growth and customer adoption of Pivot Bio's products in the Heartland region.
This role blends deep agronomic expertise with a strong sales mindset. You will influence on-farm decisions, create demand, and convert opportunities into revenue. The ideal candidate will partner closely with growers and distribution channels to position nitrogen management solutions, deliver measurable value, and accelerate territory sales performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive revenue growth within the assigned territory by influencing fertility decisions and increasing adoption of Pivot Bio's products and programs
- Build and expand strategic relationships with distribution partners and growers to identify opportunities, generate demand, and close sales
- Serve as a trusted advisor by delivering targeted agronomic recommendations that lead directly to product selection and purchase decisions
- Lead training events that educate and equip the sales team to convert leads and differentiate Pivot Bio's solutions
- Plan and execute on-farm demonstrations with clear objectives to validate performance, create customer confidence, and accelerate sales conversion
- Translate technical product knowledge into compelling value propositions that resonate with customer needs and drive purchasing behavior
- Develop and implement nitrogen management strategies that increase customer ROI while expanding product penetration and territory revenue
- Actively participate in sales calls, trade shows, and field events to prospect, influence, and close business opportunities
- Maintain a strong sales pipeline, track opportunities, and consistently deliver against territory growth goals
- Collaborate with Product Development to bring new innovations to market and ensure successful commercial adoption
- Promote sustainability programs as a value-added differentiator that enhances customer engagement and sales outcomes
Work Environment:
- Home office based within the assigned territory
- Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions (heat, humidity, rain, cold) for extended periods
- Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces
- Must be able to drive or ride in a vehicle for long periods
- Seasonally the workday may be expanded to allow for tasks to be completed
- Must be able to repetitively lift to 55 lbs
- Valid driver's license required with willingness to travel up to 80% of the time to client locations
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field (required)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in agronomy or crop consulting (required)
- Strong agronomic and business acumen with proven ability to influence buying decisions and drive sales results
- Ability to provide value to customers through agronomic insights and revenue-generating solutions
- Demonstrated success in building relationships that lead to business growth and long-term customer retention
- Skilled in consultative selling, objection handling, and closing techniques
- Results-oriented with ability to manage a territory pipeline and meet or exceed sales targets
- Deep technical knowledge in agronomy paired with ability to simplify and sell complex concepts
- Strong communication skills with ability to present, persuade, and influence diverse audiences
- Self-directed with strong prioritization and execution skills in a performance-driven environment
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
