Date of posting here August 06, 2010 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 Albany, NY Description of Location Northeast US Salary DOE Benefits Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance. Closing date of competition 10/1/2010 Date position available TBD Description of duties Role Purpose - To deliver key account information and build relationships and sales offers with top growers in the flowers professional and greenhouse market. Accountabilities - Identify unmet/undiscovered grower customer needs and opportunities for sales growth Develop and document sales strategies and goals for grower customers in territory Offer/campaign development for top regional grower customers Identify new strategic regional customers Delivery of single and cross-category grower customer solutions Identify and work with growers to initiate trials Develop sales and technical support platform for grower customers Track sales performance in top regional grower customers across Flowers and Flowers Pro/ L&G Develop productive working relationships across all functional areas and business units within Syngenta Qualifications sought Critical experience Horticulture/Business background: Bachelor of Science in Horticulture or Business, with 7-10 years industry , 3-5 years Grower experience, Account manangement experience Strong technical understanding of horticulture and specifically genetics, media and plant protection product lines Ability to interact with grower customers Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities Interpersonal skills including strong lislenting capabilities and effective questioning Analyze & Solve Grower problems Technical aptitude Critical leadership capabilities Leadership Skills (Drive Results) Critical success factors: Grower Account Planning (ie Business Plan) Relationship Management with Grower Sales Planning/Delivery Deliver Technical Solutions Coordination of GTM Resources Working Relations: Strategic Account Management Grower, Product Management, Technical Consultants, Grower Willingness to travel in territory 30-50% Additional Information - A minimum of 2 years in current position is required (requirement for internal applicants only) All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Submit to Erica Levenson erica.levenson@syngenta.com Additional Information EOE