Please note: The territory for this position covers Western New York and Western Pennsylvania. Optimal support locations for the territory are in the greater Rochester area.
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 that challenge, Syngenta's Commercial team is currently seeking a Crop Protection Sales Representative for Syngenta's Western Pennsylvania / New York territory. In this role, you will be an integral member of a high performing District Sales team working together to achieve profitable growth and create an industry leading and sustainable position for Syngenta.
Accountabilities:
- Achieve sales, profit, and market share targets with channel partners, key producers and other customers within the assigned territory as part of the overall sales and marketing plan for the district and broader Commercial Unit.
- Develop and maintain strong and trusted relationships with customers in assigned territory.
- Primary liaison for all channel partners and retail accounts within territory which includes developing and implementing annual business plans to influence end-user demand.
- Partner with Seed Care and AgriEdge Specialists to develop territory opportunities.
- Create demand at the customer level, ensuring that the customer is knowledgeable about our products and has further interest in Syngenta solutions.
- Responsible for trade shows, tours, and product launches for crop protection within their territory.
- Act as a steward of the Syngenta portfolio by making recommendations and by managing complaints/issues in the field as needed, in partnership with Agronomy.
- Manage operational budget, variable selling expenses, and marketing funds within Commercial Unit / District guidelines.