Crop Protection Sales Representative

Syngenta Group • Sioux Falls, SD

13h • Remote

About The Position

Syngenta Crop Protection is seeking a Crop Protection Sales Representative for its South Dakota territory, which covers South Eastern South Dakota. The representative will be part of a District Sales team and contribute to profitable growth and a sustainable market position for Syngenta. The role focuses on crop protection sales, customer and channel partner relationships, demand creation, and territory business management.

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.
• Ability to travel up to 75% weekly within the territory.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship 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 build meaningful and 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, in line with district and Commercial Unit plans.
• Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with customers in the 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 its solutions.
• Manage 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.

Benefits

• Flexible work options to support work and personal needs.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on the first day.
• 401(k) plan with company match, profit sharing, and retirement savings contribution.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Maternity and paternity leave.
• Education assistance.
• Wellness programs.
• Corporate discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level