About UsAt Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. We are currently seeking an Area Sales Manager for the Vegetable Seeds team in in the Northeast and Midwest United States. As an Area Sales Manager, you will act as a Key Driver of specific crop strategies to deliver sustainable long-term Sales Area business objectives.You will enhance the prosperity of farmers by:Leading the Vegetable Seeds sales and business in a Sales Area, delivering business targets while building a sustainable business and contributing to the Vegetable Business strategyLeading and developing a high-performance Sales team to achieve sales and profit targets for the Sales AreaNurturing key contacts in the Vegetable industry and building relationships with major influencers on the Syngenta businessQualificationsAccountabilitiesDeliver accurate and timely sales forecast and sales plan for Sales AreaDesign and drive the evolution of the Go to Market strategies by providing continuous feedback on the area market and customer evolutionProvide high-level scientific, technical, and specialized product expertiseImplement sales execution actions in support of campaigns including product launch strategies for the area, and develop the trial plan for the Sales AreaMonitor business performance and adjust strategies to achieve sales, profitability, and overall business contribution targetsPartner with Product Development Specialists and Marketing Operations Lead to coordinate the demo and demand generation planRequirementsBachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or related field (MS preferred)5+ years' experience in Horticulture, Agronomy, or AgribusinessExperience and knowledge of the Vegetable Seed market, marketplace dynamics, competitive environments, and customer needsStrong business, finance, and marketing acumenDemonstrated experience in directly interfacing with large customers and channel partners, and coordinating important accountsTravel up to 50% of the timePreferred RequirementsDemonstrated experience in leveraging customer and market relationships and the execution of Go to Market strategiesKnowledge and understanding of market dynamics and competitive environmentExperience in leading multi-functional teamsAbility to create value for the customerAdditional InformationWhat We Offer:Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings ContributionOpen Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid HolidaysMaternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among othersA culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the yearFamily and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)(http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm)Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC)(http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep/poster_direct.htm)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)(http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm)#LI-NL2Company DescriptionSyngenta 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 vig