Syngenta
Overview
Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description 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 Strategic Farm Business Partner located in South Dakota. Role Purpose:
The Golden Harvest Strategic Farm Partner will serve as the primary relationship manager and trusted advisor to progressive accounts farming 2,500+ acres. Territory:
Northeast South Dakota Duties Responsibilities
Develop commercial execution for responsible geography taking into account individual farmers Top Producer strategies and competitive environment. Lead relationship development and serve as the single point of contact. Pro-actively visit farmers to understand their operations and their specific needs. Target farmers that are > 2500 acres. Provide early farm insights through analytics to help growers. Connect the farmers to the best of Syngenta solutions to solve relevant pain points and day-to-day challenges. Develop individualized touchpoint plans to ensure a personalized experience for each farmer. Manage complex negotiations with the farmers, focusing on strengthening the relationship and achieving win-win outcomes while optimizing discretionary budget spend aligned with District discretionary spend. Advise farmers on their farm operations by helping them to identify best products, services, and solutions which maximize their yield and profitability. Create and maintain a strong network of farmers, academics, agronomists, retail and leadership to bring value to the farm. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Business, Agronomy, or Agricultural Science. Minimum 3-5 years in production agriculture (Seed sales, Agronomy, Grain Origination, Crop Protection, Digital Ag). Must live in the territory. Demonstrated history of selling, servicing, and negotiating with 2,500+ acre growers. Demonstrated knowledge of grower P&L, and day-to-day farm operations. Demonstrated book of business and history of selling. Demonstrated expertise in agronomy with deep knowledge of both seed products and digital tools. Experience managing medium to large-scale business operations. Must have contacts at major accounts of 2,500+ acres and be able to effectively manage the sales process for million-dollar accounts. Ability to establish and foster personal and strategic relationships with large growers, spanning more broadly than Syngenta product knowledge. Ability to understand key issues/pain points with large growers and to develop specific action plans. Additional Information
What We Offer
A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. Syngenta has been ranked as atop employerby Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 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. WL:5B Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Industries
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Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description 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 Strategic Farm Business Partner located in South Dakota. Role Purpose:
The Golden Harvest Strategic Farm Partner will serve as the primary relationship manager and trusted advisor to progressive accounts farming 2,500+ acres. Territory:
Northeast South Dakota Duties Responsibilities
Develop commercial execution for responsible geography taking into account individual farmers Top Producer strategies and competitive environment. Lead relationship development and serve as the single point of contact. Pro-actively visit farmers to understand their operations and their specific needs. Target farmers that are > 2500 acres. Provide early farm insights through analytics to help growers. Connect the farmers to the best of Syngenta solutions to solve relevant pain points and day-to-day challenges. Develop individualized touchpoint plans to ensure a personalized experience for each farmer. Manage complex negotiations with the farmers, focusing on strengthening the relationship and achieving win-win outcomes while optimizing discretionary budget spend aligned with District discretionary spend. Advise farmers on their farm operations by helping them to identify best products, services, and solutions which maximize their yield and profitability. Create and maintain a strong network of farmers, academics, agronomists, retail and leadership to bring value to the farm. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Business, Agronomy, or Agricultural Science. Minimum 3-5 years in production agriculture (Seed sales, Agronomy, Grain Origination, Crop Protection, Digital Ag). Must live in the territory. Demonstrated history of selling, servicing, and negotiating with 2,500+ acre growers. Demonstrated knowledge of grower P&L, and day-to-day farm operations. Demonstrated book of business and history of selling. Demonstrated expertise in agronomy with deep knowledge of both seed products and digital tools. Experience managing medium to large-scale business operations. Must have contacts at major accounts of 2,500+ acres and be able to effectively manage the sales process for million-dollar accounts. Ability to establish and foster personal and strategic relationships with large growers, spanning more broadly than Syngenta product knowledge. Ability to understand key issues/pain points with large growers and to develop specific action plans. Additional Information
What We Offer
A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits. Syngenta has been ranked as atop employerby Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 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. WL:5B Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Industries
Farming Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Syngenta by 2x Get notified about new Strategic Partner jobs in Aberdeen, SD. We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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