District Manager, NK Seeds

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 NK District Manager in Nebraska. As the District Manager, you will represent and lead the NK Brand Retail Sales Team, achieve profitable growth, and create an industry leading and sustainable position for Syngenta.

You will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:

• Leading, coaching, and developing a team of NK Sales Representatives to deliver a high-quality customer experience 
• Executing sales campaigns and achieving agreed sales targets in accordance with the strategies and objectives set for the NK Brand Corn and Soybeans 
• Collaborating with the Head of NK Sales and other functional teams to liberate the potential of the NK Sales Force and the development of marketing campaigns and field marketing
• Actively participating on the NK Sales Leadership Team to enable the Leadership Model and implement organizational change required to deliver the business strategy

District Business Accountabilities

• Responsible for Sales operational budget, variable selling expenses, and discretionary marketing funds, sales outlook, product forecasting and inventory management
• Contribute to the Go to Market and NK Retail Seeds strategies and develop district plans to deliver the NK Business Plan
• Define sales targets for team based on current strategy and business plans and implement sales force effectiveness and coaching strategies with team
• Proactively support the new product introduction process
• Actively Coach and develop the Sales Team in alignment with the strategy, business plan, Leadership model and commercial policy
• Reinforce that all relevant processes and policies are well understood and implemented by the NK Sales Team and, where necessary, by customers
• Reinforce compliance with commercial policy, HSE requirements, local legislation, and competition law with the Sales Team
• Travel Requirements 50%+

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or a non-Agriculture discipline or higher with significant industry background
• 5+ years in Sales and/or Sales Management
• Strong sense of customer focus and demonstration of excellent sales and negotiations skills
• Field Marketing and Campaign Management development and implementation experience
• Agronomic Knowledge relevant to the Commercial Unit

Preferred Requirements:

• Demonstrated Sales Management (hiring, deployment, development)
• Demonstrated Leadership Experience
• Demonstrated work/life balance and the ability to coach others in this area
• Strategic Sales Management and Change Management experience
• 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
• 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

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; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 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. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. 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.