A well-established independent seed company is seeking a Technical Sales Agronomist—a practical, field-savvy professional who thrives at the intersection of agronomy and sales. This role supports hybrid selection, field trials, and sales team training within corn and soybean production systems. It’s ideal for someone who can deliver technical insights in a way that’s hands-on, relatable, and grounded in real farm operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with testing and evaluation of corn and soybean hybrids to guide product selection and validate in-field performance
Train sales staff on crop scouting, including identifying plant health issues, fertility needs, and agronomic best practices
Provide recommendations on non-NPK fertility inputs and support internal education around product performance and positioning
Collaborate closely with the sales team to align agronomic strategies with customer goals
Conduct on-farm visits and support technical conversations with growers as needed
Document trial data and clearly communicate findings to internal stakeholders
Qualifications:
5+ years of practical agronomy experience in a commercial ag setting
Strong understanding of corn and soybean production systems
Skilled in field scouting, hybrid selection, and making practical fertility recommendations
Confident communicator, comfortable leading training sessions and engaging with both internal teams and customers
A down-to-earth, solution-oriented mindset—focused on real-world application, not theory
High energy, self-motivated, and team-focused
Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field preferred (advanced academic degrees not required)
Bonus Quallifications:
Familiarity with row crop production in the Mid-Atlantic region
Prior experience supporting a sales team in a seed or crop input business
Compensation:
Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
Performance-based incentives
Benefits package
Opportunities for growth and long-term development within the organization
This is a REMOTE role; This individual can reside anywhere in the Delmarva Peninsula or Mid-Atlantic Region.
Please submit a resume for consideration. Only qualified applicants with a provided resume will be contacted
Questions? Call or text (816) 704-5416
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
