Sales Agronomist III-NORTHEAST

t t tAt Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice. t t t tSales Agronomist III-NORTHEAST t t tWe are looking to hire multiple sales agronomists in East Ohio, Pennsylvania/New Jersey New York/New England, and Virginia/West Virginia/Delaware/Maryland. In your application, please indicate your desired geographic region. t t t t t tSales Agronomist III t tThe Sales Agronomist (SA) plays a crucial role as a local expert on Bayer Crop Science products, technology, and innovations, advising key growers to drive in-season success. You are responsible for fostering business growth by establishing new relationships, identifying pain points, and providing agronomic-driven advice and insights throughout the season. Your expertise will be pivotal in expanding Bayer's market share and ensuring the seamless execution of agronomic strategies from planning to harvest. t t t tYOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES t t t tThe primary responsibilities of this role, Sales Agronomist III, are to: t t ttLead the development of a comprehensive Bayer portfolio business plan with Field Sales Representatives (FSRs) for assigned geography, prioritizing ~100 growers with high growth opportunity; t ttBuild relationships with key growers by providing value-added support, including agronomic insights, product selection, and placement recommendations; t ttDeliver squad goals by leading grower demand generation plans and supporting others' role responsibilities; t ttProvide whole-farm agronomic advice through education, product selection, and placement, while staying informed of agricultural research; t ttDrive trials related to Bayer Portfolio with targeted growers; t ttOffer additional support at key seasonal milestones such as crop planning, in-season product needs, field scouting, and harvest monitoring; t ttCollaborate with FSRs, TAs, and SeedPros on business planning, understanding, and influencing growers' business objectives; t ttResolve performance issues and support key grower needs in season, including PPIs and Replants; t ttMake strategic recommendations to leadership on innovative ways to enhance business results; t ttConnect with company peers on programs and issues to gain alignment and support for resolutions; t ttMonitor grower account inventory progress, track planned activities, and identify new issues or opportunities throughout the year; t ttManage an annual SG&A budget and program expenditures; Travel approximately ~60% with significant face-to-face customer interaction. t t t tWHO YOU ARE t tBayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following: t tRequired Qualifications: t t ttAgility in communication approach to effectively interact with organizations or individuals, while balancing and building relationship dynamics; t ttAbility to speak to company practices regarding current and future products and corporate initiatives; t ttDemonstrated strategic thinking capability using business insights to project decisions; t ttDigital fluency with industry tools and a desire to use data-driven decisions to grow the business; t ttStrong analytical, influence, innovative sales, and negotiation skills with documented ability to drive results; t ttExcellent facilitation, presentation, written communication, and conflict management skills; t ttAbility to quickly start and grow strategic relationships and influence customer behavior; t ttStrong task management, prioritization, and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously for effective customer support; t ttExceptional networking and consultative sales skills to engage customers and build new relationships; t ttAbility to quickly learn and apply agronomic knowledge to promote options fitting customer needs; t ttPosition requires driving for the company, possibly under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction, involving safe hauling of trailers, products, supplies, or equipment. t tPreferred Qualifications: t t ttBachelor's degree in an agriculture-related discipline, business, or related field preferred; t ttMinimum of 8 years of relevant agriculture experience in agronomy, technology, sales, or marketing; t ttExperience with sales teams and teams working remotely preferred. t t t tThis posting will be available for application until at least June 30, 2025. t t t tEmployees can expect to be paid a salary between $89600.06 - 134400.08. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors. t tt ttt tttt ttt tttt tt tt ttt ttttYOUR APPLICATION ttt tttt tt tt ttt tttt ttt tttt tt t t t tt ttt tttt tttttBayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. 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