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Technical Sales Representative

Location: Salinas, California, USA


 

Reference: 18024820

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.

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. We are currently seeking a Technical Sales Representative for the Sales Team in the Salinas, CA area.

You will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:

Developing and implementing new market / 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. The candidate will also provide 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. The Technical Sales Representative will work on the launching and demonstration of new product introductions with an effective trialing program in order to position products that will meet the needs of the target market.  

Accountabilities
  • Initiates and maintains contact with present and potential customers through sales calls and associated travel
  • Provides a high level of service and product information to customers demonstrating a wide understanding and expertise in the field
  • Through established relationships and thorough understanding, provides specific variety recommendations to customers
  • Maintains a high level of communication with the customers and Syngenta associates, acting as the liaison between these groups
  • Develops and implements annual trial plans to position new varieties that will meet customer needs
  • Plans and delivers timely seed samples of new commercial varieties per the defined trial plan
  • Demonstrating a thorough understanding of the product line, develops the required product performance trial data through trials to determine features and benefits of new products
  • Participates in trade shows and field days, along with related activities in a professional manner
  • Provides technical solutions to difficult problems presented by customers and keeps the Territory Manager informed
  • Provides creative, thorough, practical and consistent solutions in line with company objectives and priorities
  • Develops and implements sales action plans to achieve annual sales and margin budgets
  • Reviews sales forecasts for production release updates
  • Develops market trends and identifies new varieties that will allow Syngenta to capitalize on growth opportunities
  • Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding the competitor’s key products.
  • Maintains a high level of communications with Territory Manager / Product Development Specialists and associates
  • Will complete monthly Sales Report, and communicate key market, customer, sales, product and competitive trends within territory
  • Manages expenses within the annual budget for the territory
Qualifications
  • Requires a minimum of a B.S. in Agronomy or Horticulture, or equivalent field
  • 3+ years of experience in the Vegetable Seed industry is highly preferred
  • General experience in sales with knowledge of standard sales techniques
  • Ability to implement new market / business development plans to achieve profitable growth
  • Ability to forecast sales and budgets
  • Must possess crop management technical skills
  • Knowledge of the Fresh Market and / or Processing market / industry
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Must possess strong written and oral communication skills 
  • Ability to develop and maintain productive work relationships with associates, dealers, grower customers and related industry personnel 
  • Ability to travel on a regular basis throughout the assigned territory, and to company/industry meetings as required 
  • Position requires up to 80% field travel within assigned territory
  • Ability and willingness to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions
  • Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events 
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to facilitate teamwork among staff
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
Application
 
 

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.

More positions from: Syngenta Seeds, Inc. (Vegetable Seeds)

Posted from December 8, 2020 until June 8, 2021
SeedQuest reference number: 123487

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
 
 
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