Area Sales Manager

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Corteva Agriscience™, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 21,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

Corteva Agrisicence UK Limited is looking for a sales professional member to join the Area Manager team. This is a home-based role where the successful candidate will be responsible for the sales, promotion, training and stewardship of the Corteva Crop Protection product portfolio to agronomists, farmers and influencers within a geographic territory.

We are looking for a candidate to cover Wales, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire and Gloucestershire. A central location within these defined territories with good access is preferred.

Your Challenge

• Responsible for the overall development and management of a sales territory to achieve the annual sales plan
• Build and continually develop an engaged customer and business partner network
• Effectively communicate the positioning and placement of the portfolio through a good technical understanding of the product line and the Crop Protection market
• Professionally conduct meetings with business partners, key stakeholders and farmer customers
• Effectively and proactively manage customer queries or concerns
• Provide timely market intelligence through an understanding of local customer needs and collaboration with local agronomists on current and new products in the portfolio
• Use a range of communication tactics to engage with the above audiences

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Degree in Agriculture or related discipline
• BASIS certification
• Knowledge of the Crop Protection industry standards and practices
• Familiarity with crop protection products and their applications
• Sales experience and proven track record in sales performance
• Understanding of current market dynamics and trends
• Ability to anticipate market changes and adapt strategies accordingly
• Awareness of customer preferences and requirements
• Knowledge of competitive products, programs and pricing structures
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the Agriculture industry to meet the world's growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With You... What Can We Offer To Help You Grow?

• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships
• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience
• We offer a competitive salary package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and achievements

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