Account Development LeadFull-timeCompany DescriptionAt Syngenta Seeds Field Crops, we're shaping the future of agriculture and empowering farmers to meet the ever-growing demand for food and fuel. We’re a global Ag Tech powerhouse, headquartered in the United States, with passionate, local experts collaborating with farmers to deliver solutions that create market opportunities. We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for unmatched in-field performance. Our seeds help mitigate risks such as disease, insect, weed, and extreme weather pressures, all while promoting sustainable farming practices that protect and enhance our planet. Join our mission of revolutionizing food security and transforming agriculture.Job DescriptionAt Syngenta, we believe every employee plays an important role in safely feeding the world while taking care of our planet. We are seeking anAccount Development Leadto help drive the growth and strength of the Golden Harvest dealer network acrossNorth Dakota and South Dakota.This is ahigh-impact leadership role focused on influence, strategy, and execution. You will serve as a key leader across the district, partnering closely with Golden Harvest Seed Sales Representatives, sales leadership, and cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities, strengthen our dealer network, and create consistent best practices for recruiting, launching, and developing new Seed Advisors.What You Will Be DoingLead dealer network growthby identifying, recruiting, and developing new points of sale into trusted Golden Harvest advisors and advocates.Drive recruiting strategy across the district, partnering with Seed Sales Representatives to maintain a consistent, year-round focus on building the dealer network.Influence and align cross-functional teamsaround recruiting priorities, growth opportunities, and annual targets.Lead best practices for launching new businesses, helping new Seed Advisors establish a strong foundation for long-term success.Shape the onboarding experienceby driving consistency, coordinating resources, and supporting training efforts for new Seed Advisors.Partner with the Account Development team and District Managerto establish recruiting priorities and targets aligned with business needs.Collaborate with the Sales teamto achieve annual recruiting and retention goals.Serve as a key connector across Sales, Sales Operations, and Financeto support contract management and remove barriers to successful onboarding.Drive continuous improvementof the Seed Advisor recruiting and onboarding process by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and the overall experience.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field.5+ years of sales, account development, or relevant commercial experience, preferably within agriculture.Demonstrated ability tolead through influenceand drive results across teams without direct reporting relationships.Strong ability to build trusted relationships with key stakeholders, customers, and business partners.Experience partnering cross-functionally withSales, Marketing, Finance, and Operationsto achieve business objectives.Ability to think strategically, identify growth opportunities, and translate strategy into action.Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to align stakeholders around a shared vision.Knowledge of Syngenta products, the seed industry, and Go-To-Market strategies is preferred.Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive initiatives from planning through execution.Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Additional InformationWhat We Offer:A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, 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 atop employerby Science Journal. Learn more about ourteamand our mission here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN\_51GbNISyngenta 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.#LI-OnsiteWL: 5BBy clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy applyI'm interestedI'm interestedPrivacy Notice
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