[Remote] Business Development Agronomist (Key Accounts)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Verdesian Life Sciences is a company focused on agricultural solutions, and they are seeking a Business Development Agronomist to support their Key Account team. This role involves leveraging agronomic expertise to drive revenue growth, engage with customers, and support product launches through data-driven strategies and relationship building.ResponsibilitiesPartner with Key Account Managers (KAMs) to develop and execute account strategies that expand penetration and drive profitable growth in specialty fertilizers and biologicalsBuild trusted relationships with customer R&D, agronomy, and technical services teams; identify unmet needs and position solutions that fit customer programs and prioritiesSupport go-to-market readiness for new product launches within key accounts, including positioning, use recommendations, trial plans, and internal/external trainingDesign, coordinate, and interpret field trials, demonstrations, and on-farm evaluations; translate results into clear ROI narratives, economic analyses, and adoption recommendationsCreate and deliver sales tools (talk tracks, technical sheets, trial summaries, objection handling, and competitive differentiation) to assist KAMs and key retail partnersCoordinate product placement, agronomic protocols, and measurement plans with account stakeholders to ensure consistent execution and data integrityWork closely with Product Management, R&D, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Regulatory/Stewardship to align customer needs with product capabilities and availabilityIdentify new opportunities within assigned key accounts (crops, geographies, segments, use cases) and document next steps, timelines, and resource needsDeliver engaging presentations and trainings to audiences of varying technical depth; represent the company at customer meetings, field days, and industry eventsProvide timely updates on trials, account activity, launch milestones, and opportunity progression; maintain accurate records in CRM and shared reporting toolsSkillsBachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Plant Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in agronomy, technical sales, product development, or customer-facing roles within crop inputs (fertility, biologicals, crop protection, seed, or related)Demonstrated ability to engage credibly with technical audiences (R&D, agronomists, consultants) and influence decisions through dataWorking knowledge of field research principles, trial design, and interpretation of agronomic resultsStrong business acumen with ability to connect product performance to customer economics/ROIExcellent presentation, facilitation, and written communication skillsOutgoing, relationship-driven style with proven ability to connect across a broad range of audiences and rolesProficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); comfort using CRM toolsValid driver's license and ability to travel as requiredMaster's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Physiology, or related disciplineExperience with specialty fertilizers (e.g., enhanced efficiency fertilizers, micronutrients, foliar nutrition) and/or biologicals (microbials, bio stimulants, nutrient efficiency products)Experience supporting key accounts, national/regional retail partners, or strategic distributor relationshipsDemonstrated success developing technical sales resources and training programsFamiliarity with statistical analysis software and/or data visualization toolsCompany OverviewNutritional Catalysts, Seed Inoculants/Treatments and Plant Health Technologies It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://vlsci.com.Company H1B SponsorshipVerdesian Life Sciences has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.