Technical Sales Representative - Vegetables

About Us

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. The Vegetable Seeds team is currently seeking a Technical Sales Representative in Valdosta, Georgia, and surrounding area. As a Technical Sales Representative, you will develop and implement new market and business development plans, which will meet business goals of providing the best varieties possible for customers, as well as expanding customer base in the sales area. 

You will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:

• Providing guidance to the support team for the achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation, and long-term account goals in line with the company’s vision and values. 
• Working on the launch and demonstration of new product introductions with an effective trialing program to position products that will meet the needs of the target market. 

 Accountabilities 

• Initiate and maintain contact with present and potential customers through sales calls and associated travel
• Provide a high level of service and product information to customers demonstrating a wide understanding and expertise in the field
• Maintain a high level of communication with the customers and Syngenta associates, acting as the liaison between these groups
• Develop and implement annual trial plans to position new varieties that will meet customer needs
• Plan and deliver timely seed samples of new commercial varieties per the defined trial plan
• Provide technical solutions to difficult problems presented by customers and keep the Territory Manager informed
• Develop and implement sales action plans to achieve annual sales and margin budgets

Requirements

• B.S. in Agronomy or Horticulture, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in the Vegetable Seed industry
• General experience in sales with knowledge of standard sales techniques
• Ability to implement new market and business development plans to achieve profitable growth
• Ability to forecast sales and budgets
• Possess crop management technical skills

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of the Fresh Market and Processing market and industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills 
• Position requires up to 50% field travel within assigned territory
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
• Geography includes: Valdosta, Tifton, and Moultrie, Georgia

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.