Crop Protection Sales Representative

Syngenta Group•Rochester, NY

11d•$81,600 - $122,400•Remote

About The Position

Syngenta is seeking a Crop Protection Sales Representative for its Western Pennsylvania and Western New York territory, with the Rochester, NY area identified as the optimal support location. The role is part of a high-performing District Sales team and contributes to profitable growth and a sustainable market position for Syngenta. The representative works with channel partners, key producers, retail accounts, and other customers to achieve sales, profit, and market-share targets; build trusted relationships; create customer demand; and promote Syngenta crop protection solutions. The position also involves territory business planning, collaboration with Seed Care and AgriEdge Specialists and Agronomy, field stewardship, customer events, and management of operational and marketing budgets. Up to 75% weekly travel within the territory is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Agriculture, Marketing, and/or Science.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in agronomy, farming, and/or retail within the crop protection or seed industry.
Able to travel up to 75% weekly within the territory.
Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship support from Syngenta.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of agronomics, general cropping practices, agricultural technology and trends, and pest-control requirements.
Strong technical knowledge of Syngenta and competitive products.
Ability to establish meaningful, impactful relationships with customers and internal colleagues through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Solid business acumen and ability to understand business financials and price/volume relationships.
Strong negotiating, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently, with strong planning, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

Achieve sales, profit, and market-share targets with channel partners, key producers, and other customers in the assigned territory.
Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with customers in the assigned territory.
Serve as the primary liaison for channel partners and retail accounts in the territory, including developing and implementing annual business plans to influence end-user demand.
Partner with Seed Care and AgriEdge Specialists to develop territory opportunities.
Create customer-level demand by ensuring customers understand Syngenta products and are interested in Syngenta solutions.
Coordinate crop protection trade shows, tours, and product launches within the territory.
Steward the Syngenta portfolio by making recommendations and managing field complaints or issues in partnership with Agronomy.
Manage the operational budget, variable selling expenses, and marketing funds within Commercial Unit and District guidelines.