What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wholesale Sales Representative position at Syngenta Group?
Company Description
At Syngenta Vegetable Seeds, we’re passionate about helping people in the vegetable industry succeed and putting growers at the heart of all that we do. Our energies are focused on creating solutions that help them get more out of their crops, now and in the future. A commitment in every seed. We do this by protecting seed, bulbs, or small plant quality from the start to enable growers to achieve the highest yield potentials in their operations; continually investing in R&D to bring cutting-edge innovations to the market; and striving to make a real-world difference through more sustainable practices on farms, in shipping, and at the grocery store.
Job Description
Drive vegetable seed sales to wholesale customers throughout the U.S. and Canada through a hybrid inside sales and field visit approach. Leverage agricultural industry experience to build strong customer relationships, translate operational data into actionable insights, and maximize revenue growth. Ideal for sales professionals passionate about the vegetable industry with a proven track record in customer service and strategic sales execution.
Accountabilities:
- Serve as the primary internal point of contact for wholesale customers, ensuring timely responses, providing information and solutions.
- Monitor and analyze bi-weekly sales reports to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for client engagement.
- Proactively communicate with clients to ensure expectations are met or exceeded, especially during high-volume periods or special offers.
- Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with clients through consistent and personalized communication.
- Collaborate closely with the Wholesale Team to align on account strategies, pricing, and promotional activities.
- Regularly collect and report market intelligence, and provide insights and recommendations based on product trends and customer preferences.
- Generate customer-level demand, ensuring that clients are knowledgeable about our products and have further interest in Syngenta products.
- Manage inbound customer inquiries via phone, email, and digital channels.
- Maintain accurate customer records and sales pipeline in the CRM system.
- Conduct on-site customer visits to assess needs, present product solutions, and close sales.
- Attend trade shows, industry conferences, and agricultural events to generate leads and maintain market presence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Business, or a related field.
- 3 years of sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
- Agricultural industry experience preferred (seed, fertilizer, crop protection, equipment, etc.).
- Strong understanding of wholesale distribution channels.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25% within the assigned territory.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
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 a top employer by 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.
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