Join Vylor—Powering the Future of AgricultureAt Vylor, we're advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what's next in crop science.Come join our team! The Product Agronomist is responsible for generating, interpreting and applying agronomic insight to support seed product evaluation, advancement and life cycle management in Canada. Working in close partnership with the Product Life Cycle Manager, this role ensures that product performance, positioning and placement recommendations are grounded in high‐quality field data and local agronomic understanding.The Product Agronomist works directly with Sales Agronomists, Technical Innovation Managers and Seed Product Development teams to transfer product knowledge to the field organization. This role supports robust, consistent execution of pre‐commercial evaluation, new product introductions and in‐market product stewardship to improve customer productivity and profitability.Key Accountabilities:Product Evaluation, Advancement and Life Cycle ManagementLead and support pre‐commercial product evaluation activities for the Pioneer brand and out-licensing partner seed products and associated technologiesCollect, analyze and interpret field observations related to product performance across local environmentsProvide clear,
unbiased performance assessments to support product advancement and commercialization decisionsCoordinate area product evaluation trials in partnership with Seed Product Development teams (IMPACT or equivalent platforms)Serve as a technical liaison between district field sales teams and seed product developmentRepresent district agronomic perspectives in product advancement reviews and discussionsTechnical Product Training and Knowledge TransferDevelop and deliver product and agronomic training for Sales Agronomists and Territory ManagersSupport field understanding of product characteristics, placement guidance and agronomic management practicesTranslate technical trial results into practical, field‐ready product recommendationsEnsure product learning is consistent, accurate and locally relevant across assigned geographySales and Commercial SupportLead annual Demand Planning process for assigned district teams, including product introductions, in‐market positioning, product life cycle decisions and demand planning inputsPartner with district teams to support the growth of commercial seed business with key customers and stakeholdersProvide agronomic insight to support customer engagement, product positioning and issue resolutionSupport cross‐functional collaboration with Marketing, Product Management and supply partners as neededIndividual and Team AccountabilityCollaborate effectively with colleagues, managers and cross‐functional partnersModel Corteva core values in day‐to‐day work and interactionsMaintain high standards for data quality, technical integrity and professional conductRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Agriculture,
Agronomy or a related field requiredMaster's degree in Agronomy, Plant Breeding or Digital Agriculture preferredFive to seven years of experience in agronomy, plant breeding or the seed industryDemonstrated ability to evaluate product performance and translate technical data into actionable field insightsStrong communication skills with the ability to train and influence field teamsMust reside within the geography supported by the role. This role covers Alberta.#LI-CK1Benefits – How We'll Support You:Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skillsBe part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better placeHealth benefits for you and your family on your first day of employmentFour weeks of paid time off, plus paid holidaysExcellent parental leave which includes 16 weeks of supplementary top-up for both mothers and fathers.Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement programLearn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva BenefitsCheck out life at Vylor! https://www.Linkedin.Com/company/vylorgenetics/Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
📌 Product Agronomist, Pioneer (Alberta) (Ottawa)
🏢 Vylor
📍 Ottawa