Syngenta
Job Description
At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Vegetable Seeds team is currently seeking a Technical Sales Representative in Florida and Georgia.
Location Midwest ( Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky and Ohio)
What will you be doing?
Initiates and maintains contact with present and potential customers through sales calls and associated travel
Provides a high level of service and product information to customers demonstrating a wide understanding and expertise in the field
Maintains a high level of communication with the customers and Syngenta associates, acting as the liaison between these groups
Develops and implements annual trial plans to position new varieties that will meet customer needs
Provides technical solutions to difficult problems presented by customers and keeps the Territory Manager informed
Develops and implements sales action plans to achieve annual sales and margin budgets
Qualifications
B.S. in Agronomy or Horticulture, or equivalent field
3+ years of experience in the Vegetable Seed industry is highly preferred
General experience in sales with knowledge of standard sales techniques
Ability to implement new market / business development plans to achieve profitable growth
Ability to forecast sales and budgets
Must possess crop management technical skills
Knowledge of the Fresh Market and / or Processing market / industry
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
Position requires up to 80% field travel within assigned territory
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
What We Offer?
Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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Location Midwest ( Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky and Ohio)
What will you be doing?
Initiates and maintains contact with present and potential customers through sales calls and associated travel
Provides a high level of service and product information to customers demonstrating a wide understanding and expertise in the field
Maintains a high level of communication with the customers and Syngenta associates, acting as the liaison between these groups
Develops and implements annual trial plans to position new varieties that will meet customer needs
Provides technical solutions to difficult problems presented by customers and keeps the Territory Manager informed
Develops and implements sales action plans to achieve annual sales and margin budgets
Qualifications
B.S. in Agronomy or Horticulture, or equivalent field
3+ years of experience in the Vegetable Seed industry is highly preferred
General experience in sales with knowledge of standard sales techniques
Ability to implement new market / business development plans to achieve profitable growth
Ability to forecast sales and budgets
Must possess crop management technical skills
Knowledge of the Fresh Market and / or Processing market / industry
Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
Position requires up to 80% field travel within assigned territory
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
What We Offer?
Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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