Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Syngenta is seeking a Crop Protection Sales Representative for its Western Pennsylvania and New York territory. The role focuses on achieving sales and growth targets, developing customer and channel partner relationships, creating demand for Syngenta products, and managing territory sales activities and budgets.
Responsibilities
- Achieve sales, profit, and market share targets with channel partners, key producers and other customers within the assigned territory as part of the overall sales and marketing plan for the district and broader Commercial Unit
- Develop and maintain strong and trusted relationships with customers in assigned territory
- Primary liaison for all channel partners and retail accounts within territory which includes developing and implementing annual business plans to influence end-user demand
- Partner with Seed Care and AgriEdge Specialists to develop territory opportunities
- Create demand at the customer level, ensuring that the customer is knowledgeable about our products and has further interest in Syngenta solutions
- Responsible for trade shows, tours, and product launches for crop protection within their territory
- Act as a steward of the Syngenta portfolio by making recommendations and by managing complaints/issues in the field as needed, in partnership with Agronomy
- Manage operational budget, variable selling expenses, and marketing funds within Commercial Unit / District guidelines
Skills
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Agriculture, Marketing, and/or Science
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in agronomy, farm, and/or retail within the crop protection or seed industry
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship support from Syngenta
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Preferably in Agriculture, Marketing, and/or Science
- Knowledge of agronomics, general cropping practices, agricultural technology and trends and requirements for pest control
- Strong technical knowledge of Syngenta and competitive products
- Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful and impactful relationships with customers and internal colleagues through excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Solid business acumen and ability to understand business financials and price/volume relationships
- Strong negotiating, analytical, problem solving/decision making skills
- Ability to work independently, strong planning, organization, and time management
Benefits
- Flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
- Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
- 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
- Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts.
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