Territory Sales Representative

Job title: Territory Sales Representative

Company: Syngenta

Job description: 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

Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. In this role, the Territory Sales Representative will build strong customer relationships and generate awareness and demand for the Syngenta CP portfolio within assigned geography.

This position is ideally based near the town of St-Hyacinthe, QC covering the Monteregie area.

Accountabilities

Analyze market trends to identify data-driven growth opportunities

Complete product forecasting requirements

Achieve annual sales target for, crop protection and seedcare

Develop and implement local field marketing plan

Utilize discovery skills to understand retailer and grower needs

Develop retailer business plans that integrates offer to the grower

Deliver and reconcile programs or segmented offers to retailers

Ability to effectively communicate the value of product portfolio and services

Train and develop retailers to effectively position product to growers

Create awareness of technology (demonstration trials, capture experiences)

Product service and support

Qualifications

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Science and/or a Business Communication

Minimum 3 years’ experience in the Ag industry; experience in the commercial and/or research sides of business an asset

Candidate must be member of the Quebec Order of Agrologists (OAQ)

Broad technical knowledge of the company portfolio, competitive products, as well as current and emerging agricultural practices and trends in the seed and crop protection industries.

Strong strategic influencing and negotiation skills

Understanding of financial analysis and general business issues and practices.

Knowledge of commercial and product strategies.

Must have a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Overnight travel requirements 10-15%

Must be fully bilingual (English/French)

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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Syngenta Contact Information:
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Location: Quebec City, QC

Job date: Tue, 15 Jun 2021 22:15:41 GMT