Sales Manager Agriscience & Specialty Crops (Maryland)

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Specialty Crops Sales Manager

Location: Mid-Atlantic Region (Eastern Shores, MD)

Do you have a passion for specialty crops, thrive on building relationships, and want to make a tangible impact on farm performance?  Our client is seeking a dynamic agronomist and sales leader to guide our Sales Advisors and support growers across our expanding territory.

This is more than a sales job—it’s an opportunity to bring your agronomic expertise and strategic thinking to a company rooted in science, service, and results. Join a team of respected professionals helping growers achieve their goals through innovative solutions and technical support.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the technical and sales lead for specialty and perennial crop systems across the Mid-Atlantic.
• Collaborate closely with Sales Advisors and growers to deliver tailored agronomic support and drive results.
• Manage relationships from initial sales conversations to ongoing field-level support.
• Advise on inventory planning and work closely with operations teams.
• Stay ahead of the curve by integrating research insights and industry trends into your recommendations.
• Travel throughout the region to engage with customers, attend trainings, and expand your network.
• Maintain and grow territory sales through trust, expertise, and partnership.

What You Bring

• Strong understanding of soil and plant health, especially in specialty and perennial cropping systems.
• Proven ability to translate technical knowledge into actionable advice for growers.
• At least 4 years of ag industry experience or a related degree (preferred).
• Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) preferred, with prior sales experience a plus.
• Confident communicator with the ability to present to groups and lead conversations with growers, teams, and stakeholders.
• Organized, tech-savvy, and comfortable with tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• High integrity, a team-first mindset, and a deep-rooted passion for agriculture.
• Only candidates local to the Eastern Shores area of Maryland will be considered.
• You must be legally eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Company-provided vehicle, phone, and expense account
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Casual dress environment
• Full insurance benefits + employer 401(k) match
• A chance to grow with a respected, family-oriented company making a real difference in agriculture