Date of posting here August 10, 2009 Type of position full time Employer Syngenta Description of Employer As global demand for food and fuel continues to rise, we are dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more than 24,000 employees in over 90 countries. We work in a collaborative and inspiring culture where personal contribution is rewarded and growth and development are at the heart of our culture. Through our world-class science, global reach and commitment to working with our customers, we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. There’s never been a more important time to join Syngenta. Location Great Lakes Region (MI, IN and OH) Salary 80000-125000 Closing date of competition 10/6/09 Date position available 11/1/09 Description of duties Ensure District operations are executed and aligned with both the NK and Syngenta Business strategies Maximize sales and financial targets through a targeted retail strategy Form direct relationship with targeted retail and key accounts in district Train, supervise, hire, coach and lead all Sales Reps in assigned district and work with Area Agronomist Manager to lead the area agronomist in assigned district Train and coach Sales Reps on recruiting and ensure District meets recruiting goals. Plan and direct the execution of all sales and marketing programs within the District and aligned to the overall strategy Responsible for District operational budget, variable selling expenses, and marketing funds (BAA’s); manage with Resource Allocation Tool and weekly LO’s Work with Marketing and Product Management in identifying product growth & marketing opportunities for assigned District Collaborate with BU Head to successfully complete projects that align and deliver on the overall strategy, i.e.: targeted retail segmentation and etc. Achieve established sales and financial targets as established with BU Head Responsible for forecasting product lines in District Achieve 80% accuracy of corn forecast Responsible for supply management decisions that align with the overall strategy Ensure timely and appropriate resolution of complaints Plan and direct lead management processes Ensure divisional targets with GH and GT are accomplished Qualifications sought Critical knowledge Has appropriate level of expertise in core job functions to effectively implement, lead and execute Syngenta’s strategy Critical experience Minimum education requirement: BA/BS in Ag science or BA/BS is non-Ag discipline with significant industry background Minimum of one (1) years between Developmental DM and DM level Minimum of three (3) years between DM and Sr DM level. Critical leadership capabilities Drive For Results Motivating Others Business Acumen Building effective teams Customer Focus Conflict Management Ethics and Values Managing Vision & Purpose Developing Direct Reports & Others Hiring & Staffing Comfort Around Higher Management Decision Quality Negotiating Strategic Agility Additional Information - All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Contact for additional information June Layng june.layng@yoh.com Application procedure   Submit what resume Submit to http://www.syngentacareers.com reference job id #1363 Additional Information EOE