[Hiring] Soil Health Specialist @Holganix

Role Description

The Holganix team is looking for a Direct Sales Manager, also known to us as a Soil Health Specialist, to empower growers with regenerative agriculture solutions that improve soil vitality, increase yields, and reduce input dependency.

This role is located in Southwest Iowa - it is remote, but within the territory. Candidates located outside Southwest Iowa will not be considered.

More About You:

• A purpose-driven, curious communicator who thrives in dynamic environments.
• Sees soil not just as dirt, but as potential.
• Enjoys building authentic relationships, educating others, and driving meaningful change in agriculture.
• Loves the land and wants to help those who steward it thrive.

Job Description:

• Host weekly grower meetings during spring and fall selling seasons (10 meetings per season).
• Drive meeting attendance through outreach, referrals, and strategic territory planning.
• Present soil health concepts in a peer-based, trust-first manner to groups of 5–20 growers.
• Collaborate with Sales Managers and Agronomists to deliver a best-in-class field experience.
• Serve as the main point of contact for grower engagement and onboarding.
• Maintain CRM data integrity and provide timely follow-ups on grower commitments.
• Participate in team meetings, coaching sessions, and cross-functional huddles to drive pod success.
• Continually develop agronomic and sales communication skills via Thrive Hive enablement programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with small and large groups.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Proactive self-starter.
• Experience working directly with farmers.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., HubSpot).
• Willingness and capacity to travel regionally.
• Passion for sustainable/regenerative agriculture; soil health knowledge preferred but trainable.
• Valid Driver’s License.