Golden Harvest Agronomist

Syngenta Group • Jefferson City, MO

8h

About The Position

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Syngenta Seeds team is currently seeking a Golden Harvest Agronomist located in Missouri.
Location: Northeast Missouri

Requirements

• B.S. in Agronomy or related Agricultural field
• 2+ years of experience in Agronomy or Sales with a strong technical background or 2+ years of experience in a Research and Development role, with a strong understanding of Sales and Commercial aspects
• Deep knowledge of the seed industry
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of marketing principles and techniques
• Understanding of statistical principles and data analysis
• Significant technical knowledge of product portfolio, product pipeline and product value propositions.
• Agronomic theory – knowledge of farming best practices, seed technologies, crop protection
• Understanding of segmentation strategy and priorities
• Demonstrated experience in guidance and direct involvement in service call resolution

Responsibilities

• Evaluate experimental trials to aid in training the sales force on new product launches
• Provide marketing input into product advancements
• Provide input on production planning and portfolio
• Sharpen competitive intelligence on pricing and products
• Support product-based campaign development in the district
• Promote Syngenta products at meetings, field days, and one-on-ones
• Support and coordinate plot locations and entries in the assigned area
• Analyze and interpret data for promotional use and act as the pivot point for Syngenta's story amplification in local areas

Benefits

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Generous Vacation Policy in addition to paid holidays.
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs and Corporate Discounts among other benefits.
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees