Sales Agronomist

Why Northside?

Northside is family-owned, family-led, and leads the state in feed manufacturing. We are not just building a business; we are transforming an industry. Since 1948, our primary mission has never wavered—that is to be the most trusted and dependable partner in serving the agricultural industry. Our spectrum of individualized consulting, services, and products is unmatched, and our relentless commitment to helping assure the success of our clients is our core ambition. You will love working here because we have purposeful work, growth opportunities, and benefits that matter.

Role Overview:

The Sales Agronomist is a client-facing, revenue-driven role responsible for selling agronomic products and services while providing expert guidance on seed, fertilizer, crop protection, and agronomic best practices. This position focuses on developing relationships with growers, executing sales plans, and expanding market share through trusted agronomic solutions.

Combining agronomic expertise with strong sales acumen, this role involves direct engagement with growers.  Depending on the season, responsibilities will shift between evaluating crop conditions, diagnosing agronomic challenges, and consulting with clients on products and services that enhance farm profitability. Success in this role requires in-depth agronomic and technical knowledge, the ability to build lasting relationships, sales acumen, and a passion for agriculture.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Business Development (Primary Focus)

• Actively sell agronomic products, including fertilizer, seed, crop protection, and agronomic services to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with growers, providing agronomic consultation and product recommendations tailored to their needs.
• Achieve sales goals and execute strategic sales plans, focusing on new business development and account growth.
• Create and recommend agronomic programs for targeted accounts to increase revenue and expand sales opportunities.
• Spend a majority of time developing and nurturing relationships with farmers to earn business and grow market share.
• Drive growth of agronomy business in Northside’s Stanley developing market location.
• Negotiate, close sales, and manage client accounts, ensuring strong retention and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with others as part of Northside’s agronomy team to elevate individual and group success and profitability.

Agronomic Consultation & Crop Management

• Scout fields for weeds, pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies, providing data-driven recommendations to improve crop health and profitability.
• Provide in-season and year-round agronomic advice on seed selection, nutrient management, and crop protection strategies.
• Analyze soil test data, field history, and nutrient credits to develop proper fertilizer and nutrient recommendations.
• Evaluate crop emergence, growth stages, and harvest, ensuring growers make the best decisions for optimal yield and profitability.
• Identify crop threats and provide economically viable weed, insect, and disease management recommendations.
• Communicate proactively in support of clients’ in-season needs, entering work orders accurately to ensure timely and smooth data flow to agronomy operations team.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Ag Business, Crop Science, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in agronomy sales, crop advising, or agricultural business development.
• Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
• Proven experience in agronomic product sales, client relationship management, and business development.
• Deep knowledge of fertilizer, seed, crop protection products, and agronomic best practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong consultative selling skills - understanding clients’ needs and offering tailored solutions.
• Ability to build relationships, negotiate, and close sales with a high level of integrity and trust.
• Ability to develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and retain clients. 
• Understanding of pricing, margins, and profitability in the agri-business sector.
• Excellent communication, active-listening, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently in a field-based sales role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, agronomy-related software, and CRM tools.
• Ability to travel regularly to client locations and attend industry events.
• Genuine passion and enthusiasm that translates into authenticity and credibility. 

Work Environment & Travel

• Field-based role with frequent travel to client locations for sales visits, agronomic consultations, and support.
• Requires seasonal flexibility to provide in-season grower support and attend key agronomic meetings.

To apply for this position, please submit your résumé and a tailored cover letter. In your cover letter, tell us about your relevant experiences and how you align with our company values.  Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.