Agronomic Service Representative

Syngenta Group • Hastings, NE

20h

About The Position

About Syngenta At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest. Please note: The territory for this position will support West / Central Nebraska. Optimal support locations for this role are in the Hastings, Grand Island, and Kearney areas. 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. To support this challenge, Syngenta’s Commercial Team is currently seeking an Agronomic Service Representative for Syngenta’s Nebraska territory. In this role, you will provide agronomic expertise within the sales district and throughout the commercial unit. You will collaborate with sales teams to position on-farm solutions for growers through our retail channel partners by assisting with the development and delivery of Syngenta products and our agronomic messaging in the marketplace.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Agronomy and/or related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of previous experience, as well as strong technical background.
• Up to 20% travel is required within the Territory
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship support from Syngenta

Nice To Haves

• Master’s, Ph.D. degrees in Agronomy or other agriculture are highly preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of previous related experience with strong interpersonal skills and an agricultural background.
• Ability to teach/train and diagnose agronomic concerns and to communicate very technical information to Retail Representatives, retailers, and growers in layman’s terms.
• Ability to manage stakeholders across a wide range of functions, internal and external.
• Technical knowledge of product portfolio, product pipeline, and product value propositions.
• Agronomic theory – knowledge of farming best practices, seed technologies, and crop protection.
• Ability to create a professional and successful working environment with Retail Representatives, District Managers and other key Syngenta personnel.
• Possess the ability to demonstrate leadership with the technical community and within the district.

Responsibilities

• Partner with our research and development team to gain technical knowledge of cutting-edge new products prior to registration and drive engagement through GrowMore trial demonstrations.
• Develop and maintain key internal and external stakeholder relationships leading to influence of strong agronomic recommendations to support sales.
• Accountable for sales performance by providing technical/agronomic support, actively engaging in sales planning and sales calls such as Retail Representatives, Sales Specialists, and external stakeholders (growers, retailers, distribution channel partners, and centers of influence).
• Manage GrowMore sites as applicable and with the engagement of the Technical Development Lead and the local Crop Protection Field Development Scientist, execute Sales Support trials.
• Coordinate trial efforts within the local area through Retail Representatives and channel partners and develop sales support materials to support marketing initiatives.
• Engage key CU marketing and technical teams for collaborative sales promotion, label expansion, and technical training efforts across the portfolio.
• Partner with the Sales Team to lead training on all key Syngenta products and solutions for locally assigned areas, working with sales teams, channel partners, and growers.
• Plan strategies to effectively compete and defend against competitor products.
• Collaborate with district sales teams and customer marketing to position Syngenta's portfolio on farms, supporting our go-to-market strategy with retail customers, and provide agronomic leadership in developing campaign plans for the district.
• Develop business relationships with key internal personnel who influence the local market area, such as AgriEdge Specialists, Retail Representatives, District Managers, Technical Development Leads, Customer Unit Marketing Leads, Technical Product Leads, Crop Protection Field Development Scientists, and Technical Service Representatives.
• Maintain relationships with external influencers, such as key retailers, distribution partners, and local influencers.

Benefits

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
• Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.
• Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees