AgriEdge Specialist

About US

Please note: The territory for this position is South Carolina, South-Central North Carolina and Northeast Georgia. The preferred support location for this position is in the Columbia, SC.

At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers.

We are currently seeking an AgriEdge Specialist for Syngenta’s Carolinas territory.  In this role, you will be an integral member of a high performing District Sales team working together to achieve profitable growth, and create an industry leading and sustainable position for Syngenta.

This role is responsible for implementing Syngenta’s AgriEdge program with growers within the Commercial Unit.  This will be accomplished by positioning Syngenta’s AgriEdge program, developing relationships with growers, retailers and Syngenta personnel in the identified geography, and contributing to the development and expansion of the program.

Accountabilities

• Implement the Syngenta strategy with customers and within Syngenta to deliver the three core objectives: Integrate, Innovate, Outperform
• Achieve sales, profit, and market share targets with channel partners, key producers and other customers within the assigned territory
• Implement/administer AgriEdge to include sales, marketing, technical, CRM (Customer Relationship Management), and service
• Provide training, business planning, and technical support to enrolled growers
• Identify additional opportunities to grow revenue and share in crop markets
• Develop unique offers to leverage AgriEdge brand elements and to build the AgriEdge brand
• Analyze program data, develop value propositions, and manage exposure of risk management elements
• Actively engage with our channel partners to assist with their ability to connect with growers more effectively in delivering solutions in collaboration with Syngenta
• Create demand at the grower level, ensuring that both the grower and reseller are knowledgeable about our products and have further interest in Syngenta solutions
• Manage operational budget, variable selling expenses, and marketing funds within Commercial Unit / District guidelines

• Minimum of a 4 year degree is required (Ag Science, Ag Business or Business degree is preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in post graduate Production Ag, Sales and/or Sales Management is highly preferred
• Up to 70% travel within territory is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong sense of customer focus and excellent sales and negotiations skills
• Experience in sales, marketing, and/or customer relations
• Experience with MS Applications, Salesforce
• Strategic Sales Management and Change Management experience
• Broad knowledge of Syngenta’s product portfolio and of corresponding crop markets
• General sales, marketing and technical skills; knowledge of agricultural market; knowledge of customers and distribution channels; agronomic and crop marketing expertise
• Business Analytical and Planning skills related to sales management

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, 12 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: Work level is variable for this position

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Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 31,000 employees in more than 100 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture.

We aim to improve the sustainability, quality and safety of agriculture with world class science and innovative crop solutions. Our technologies enable millions of farmers around the world to make better use of limited agricultural resources. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.