Agronomy Sales Representative

About the Position

We are seeking an Agronomy Sales Representative to be responsible for building and maintaining positive relationships with customers, promoting company products, and generating new business.  As a member of the commercial team, you will report directly to the Director of Agronomy.  This position increases sales and profitability by growing the customer base and increasing current customer sales through exceptional customer service. This position is responsible for the cultivation of sales opportunities through current and new customers and driving the full end-to-end sales cycle (opening, execution and closing).  You will also get to experience working in a collaborative team environment.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Driving the full end-to-end sales cycle (opening, execution and closing).
• Growing customer base.
• Increasing existing customer base sales.
• Identification of new business opportunities.
• Planning and forecasting.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Prior experience in sales of crop protection products will be essential to the success of this position.
• Ability and proven track record of being able to close the sale.
• Knowledge of retail customer business as well as agro-chemical distribution networks. 
• Understanding of general plant pathology concepts or field scouting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture related discipline.
• Motivated, innovative thinking, entrepreneurial character and goal driven.
• Strong sales personality who is committed to the mission of Lygos.
• Identifying, developing, and closing of new business opportunities.
• Strategic planning and forecasting.
• Working with customers and distributors.
• Strong personal drive and committed personality.
• Candidate must be team focused.
• Candidate must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits: Lygos offers highly competitive salaries, stock options, bonus and benefits, including medical and dental insurance, unlimited paid time off, and 401(k).

• Salary Range: $100,000 - $125,000 with 20% bonus - Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location, skill, experience, and performance. 
  The benefits and stock purchase described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

Location information:  This role is remote with 30-40% travel.  Candidate will work standard hours from their time zone.

Lygos is headquartered in Berkeley, CA 

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  Lygos may agree to sponsor an individual for an employment visa now or in the future if there is a shortage of individuals with particular skills for this job.