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Job Description Technical Sales Representative - ( 18039335 ) **Description**
**About Syngenta**
Syngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanitys most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.
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. We are currently seeking a Technical Sales Rep for the Americas Vegetables team based in Indiana. As an Technical Sales Rep you will develop and implement new market/business development plans while meeting business goals of providing the best varieties possible for customers.
You will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:
* Provide guidance to the support team for the achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation and long-term account goals.
* Launch and demonstrate new product introductions with an effective trialing program
**Accountabilities**
* Initiates and maintains contact with present and potential customers through sales calls and associated travel
* Provides a high level of service and product information to customers demonstrating a wide understanding and expertise in the field
* Through established relationships and thorough understanding, provides specific variety recommendations to customers
* Maintains a high level of communication with the customers and Syngenta associates, acting as the liaison between these groups
* Develops and implements annual trial plans to position new varieties that will meet customer needs
* Plans and delivers timely seed samples of new commercial varieties per the defined trial plan
* Demonstrating a thorough understanding of the product line, develops the required product performance trial data through trials to determine features and benefits of new products
* Participates in trade shows and field days, along with related activities in a professional manner
* Provides technical solutions to difficult problems presented by customers and keeps the Territory Manager informed
* Provides creative, thorough, practical and consistent solutions in line with company objectives and priorities
* Develops and implements sales action plans to achieve annual sales and margin budgets
**Qualifications**
* B.S. in Agronomy or Horticulture, or equivalent field
* 3+ years of experience in the Vegetable Seed industry is highly preferred
* General experience in sales with knowledge of standard sales techniques
* Ability to implement new market / business development plans to achieve profitable growth
* Ability to forecast sales and budgets
* Must possess crop management technical skills
**Preferred Requirements**
* Knowledge of the Fresh Market and / or Processing market / industry
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
* Ability to develop and maintain productive work relationships with associates, dealers, grower customers and related industry personnel
* Ability to travel on a regular basis throughout the assigned territory, and to company/industry meetings as required
* Position requires up to 80% field travel within assigned territory
**What We Offer:**
* Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
* 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
* Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid Holidays
* Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
* A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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**Primary Location**
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