Pioneer Field Agronomist - Central Illinois - Remote

Overview

The Pioneer Field Agronomist role at Corteva Agriscience focuses on supporting agricultural growth in Central Illinois through effective sales tactics, education, and relationship-building with growers.

In Short

• Coach and demonstrate professional agronomy salesmanship.
• Build effective relationships with Pioneer Agents and customers.
• Educate the agency network for a best-in-class grower experience.
• Lead local trials and agronomy communication plans.
• Support onboarding and development of professional sellers.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of Pioneer products and services.
• Collaborate and communicate consistently with peers and partners.
• Anticipate market opportunities and threats.
• Troubleshoot customer concerns and deliver solutions.
• Travel as necessary to support business activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5-7 years of agronomy sales experience preferred.
• Strong skills in sales, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Agronomy and crop production experience desired.
• Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.
• Ability to pass a driving record background check.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities offered.
• Health benefits from the first day of employment.
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year.
• Excellent parental leave policy.
• Competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.