Commercial Agronomist - Crossroads
About the role
About Pivot Bio
Fueled by an innovative drive and a deep understanding of microbiology, genomics, crop nutrition and agriculture, Pivot Bio is pioneering game-changing advances in fertilizer technology. Our first commercial product harnesses the power of naturally-occurring microbes, modern gene editing and application technologies to provide nitrogen to crops. We are dedicated to providing new solutions for farmers to improve yield as they work to help feed the world’s growing population.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated Commercial Agronomist to drive growth and customer adoption of Pivot Bio’s products. This role blends deep agronomic expertise with a strong sales mindset, focused on influencing on-farm decisions, creating demand, and converting opportunities into revenue. The ideal candidate will partner closely with growers and distribution channels to position our nitrogen management solutions, deliver measurable value, and accelerate territory sales performance.
Essential Functions
- 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 not only educate but also equip the sales team to convert leads and differentiate Pivot Bio’s solutions in the market.
- Plan and execute on-farm demonstrations with a clear objective 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