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Account Development Lead, Golden Harvest

  1. Sales
  2. Syngenta Seeds
  3. Rockford, IL

Job description

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At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. We are currently seeking an Account Development Lead for our Iowa and Illinois-based Golden Harvest Seed Sales team. The role involves coordinating reseller recruitment with Seed Sales Representatives across the district. If you have sales and marketing experience and a passion for agriculture, apply now to help provide farmers with the best possible seeds and crop protection innovations.

Territory: Northern Illinois & Northeast Iowa

What you will be doing?

  • Securing new points of sale and developing them into trusted advisors and advocates for Golden Harvest
  • Working with Seed Sales Representatives across Illinois to ensure consistency and year around focus on the recruiting campaign 
  • Developing and implementing best practices for successful launches of new businesses
  • Bringing consistency to the onboarding process and supporting the training efforts of new dealers
  • Work with the Account Development team and the District Manager to set appropriate recruiting targets
  • Partner with Sales Team to achieve annual recruiting and retention targets
  • Ensure proper contract management by working with Sales Operations and Finance
  • Collaborate with Sales Operations to build and execute Seed Advisor onboarding process

Qualifications

Requirements

  • Bachelors’ degree in Agriculture or relevant discipline
  • 5+ years of active Sales experience
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally across Sales, Marketing, and Finance leadership teams
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

What Sets you apart?

  • 2+ years of People Management experience
  • Key stakeholder relationship building ability
  • Understanding of Syngenta products and Go-To-Market strategy
  • Ability to influence others with strategic vision and confidence

Additional Information

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
  • Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 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

Work Level:  5B

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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About Syngenta

Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture, using science to unlock the full potential of plants. With 28,000+ employees across 90+ countries, we work together to produce more food with fewer resources. Our diverse and inclusive team is committed to building the most trusted and collaborative team in agriculture. Join us to help shape the future of agriculture and make a difference in feeding the world while preserving our planet.

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