Regional Account Lead - Green Leaf Genetics

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. 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 GreenLeaf Genetics team is currently seeking a Regional Account Lead in Iowa, United States. As a Regional Account Lead, you will establish a unique business relationship with Independent Seed Company accounts with an objective to increase Syngenta profitability and market-share through long term account growth strategy development. 

You will help shape the future of agriculture by:
Developing and leading the strategy for selected Key Accounts operating across territory geographies
Managing wholesale and retail customer-based business to include developing long term strategy for growth and profit for US license partners
Managing retail strategy at key sites for channel partners and licensees operating across Business Unit boundaries
 

Accountabilities 

• Develop customer offers that relate to our customers’ Key Performance Indicators 
• Implement marketing and sales strategies and tactics by leading development of strategic initiatives and managing Retail strategy at key sites
• Direct execution of customer- based programs while managing brand related competitive issues at the customer level and coordinate with business groups on customer activities
• Work with Key Account Leads (KAL) and Seedcare Specialists to provide maximum Return on Investment (ROI) for genetics, traits, and seedcare portfolio
• Represent corn and soybean genetic portfolio with assistance from technical KAL team
• Develop top-line sustainable growth platform

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Agriculture  
• 7+ years in industry, sales and marketing management experience, and previous customer account management
• Revenue responsibility: Seed genetics and traits, seedcare
• Knowledge of multistep seed distribution, organizational effectiveness, product life cycles and demonstrated knowledge of product, brand, and crops
• Broad knowledge of the product portfolio and corresponding seed and crop markets

• Ability to recognize competitive activities in the marketplace and know how to effectively minimize impact without compromising profitability targets
• Demonstrated ability to quickly establish professional relationships, based on solid business principles and ability to foster strong interpersonal relationships 
• Demonstrated customer focus and dedication of meeting the expectations and requirements of external customers and clients
• Demonstrated skills in organizational effectiveness, decision making, business plans and strategies, negotiation skills, networking and communications, interpersonal skills, tactical effectiveness, change orientation, strategic development and problem solving
• Ability to identify and pursue additional business opportunities
   

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.