GDM Seeds, a global leader in plant genetics, is hiring a Field Agronomist to cover Central Kansas. This role drives local product and agronomic excellence by training sales teams, providing product support, influencing portfolio direction, leading plot strategy, analyzing harvest data to refine product placement, and resolving product performance concerns across the territory.
About GDM Seeds — A Global Plant Genetics Leader
Market Position: Global leader in plant genetics with one of the largest corn genetic pools in the industry
Leading Brands: AgriGold®, DONMARIO®, Mustang™, PRIDE® Seeds, Revere®, and Virtue
Research Strength: Network of research superstations and the fourth-largest corn research program
Regional Promise: Region-first brand model delivering the right genetics, in the right place, at the right time
Career Growth & Territory Opportunity
Territory Coverage: Central Kansas — a key corn and soybean production region
Industry Leadership: Work for a company with one of the largest corn genetic pools in North America
Innovation Focus: Lead local agronomic training, plot strategy, and product placement decisions
Career Path: Be the protagonist of your career within a research-driven agribusiness company
Position Overview
This Field Agronomist role at GDM Seeds drives local product and agronomic excellence across Central Kansas. You will train sales teams, provide hands-on product support, collaborate with the Area Sales Manager (ASM) on team strategy, partner with brand product managers and technical product specialists, coordinate demand forecasting, design and run plot strategy for product characterization, and analyze agronomic data to guide placement decisions.
Why This Role Matters: As Field Agronomist at GDM Seeds, you influence portfolio direction for trusted brands like AgriGold and PRIDE Seeds, support farmers across Central Kansas with science-based product placement, work alongside one of the largest corn research programs in the industry, build lasting relationships with growers and sales teams, and grow your career inside a company built on research, transparency, and agronomic excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Agronomic Training & Knowledge Transfer
- Support local product and agronomic knowledge transfer through a tailored training plan
- Implement training programs designed around regional and local sales team needs
- Resolve product performance concerns raised by growers and dealers
Sales & Strategy Collaboration
- Collaborate with the Area Sales Manager (ASM) to build and execute team strategy
- Partner with brand product managers and technical product specialists on regional needs
- Coordinate with demand managers and the ASM to ensure forecast accuracy
Plot Strategy & Data Analysis
- Create and implement plot strategy to support sales and product characterization
- Analyze harvest and agronomic data to refine product placement and management
- Implement the agronomy digital communication strategy across the territory
Customer & Market Relationships
- Maintain strong relationships with growers, dealers, and sales partners
- Communicate regional market and portfolio needs back to brand teams
- Maintain a high level of customer service and professionalism in the field
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or a related agricultural field
- Master’s degree preferred for candidates seeking advanced standing
Experience Requirements
- 3+ years of agronomy or related agricultural experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Solid background in agriculture and/or agronomy
- Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification preferred, or willingness to obtain it
Essential Skills
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR and CMV requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
- Ability to work extended hours outdoors throughout the growing season, including walking fields
- Some overnight travel required, approximately 15–20%
About GDM Seeds
GDM Seeds is a global leader in plant genetics, bringing advanced, high-performing seed varieties to growers through continuous research and development. Its North America portfolio includes AgriGold®, DONMARIO®, Mustang™, PRIDE® Seeds, Revere®, and Virtue, backed by a network of research superstations and one of the largest corn genetic pools and corn research programs in the industry. GDM’s region-first brand model is built to deliver the right genetics, in the right place, at the right time, for every farmer it serves.
Career Excellence: Build your agronomy career with a research-driven company that values curiosity, transparency, and agile teamwork.
Who Should Apply?
- Agronomy Graduates: With 3+ years of field experience seeking a territory-based agronomist role
- Certified Crop Advisors: Looking to apply CCA expertise within a major seed genetics company
- Agricultural Sales Support Professionals: With strong technical knowledge and grower-facing experience
- Plot & Trial Specialists: Comfortable designing plot strategy and analyzing harvest data
- Kansas-Based Agronomy Professionals: Familiar with Central Kansas growing conditions and corn/soybean production
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