We have an exciting opportunity for an Area Business Manager. Mainly covering the Munster and South Leinster regions, the main crops you will focus on will be cereals, fodder crops, oilseed rape, pulses, potatoes, veg and fruit. You will sync with the Irish and UK commercial Crop Protection (CP) team and collaborate with key stakeholders to achieve sales targets, build strong customer relationships, and promote our brand as a trusted partner in the Irish agricultural industry. Accountabilities/Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to;

• Achieving sales targets, in line with company marketing plan, within a given customer range and geography
• Supporting and contributing to the achievement of the company’s overall business goals, in collaboration with other team members
• Seek out and develop new opportunities for the business in Ireland
• Ensuring customer accounts are maintained within agreed payment terms
• Establishing close working relationships with key elements of the value chain (distributors, influencers, growers) to support achievement of sales plans.
• To provide product knowledge and technical expertise to customers, offering tailored solutions and recommendations
• Dealing with complaints in relation to the company’s products
• Monitoring sales activities, analysing market trends, and identifying opportunities for growth and market expansion.
• To contribute expertise, materials and support to the company’s marketing campaigns
• To fulfil other projects as may be required from time to time

Requisite Experience, Qualifications and Behaviours:

• Extensive knowledge of the Irish agricultural sales environment, with a proven track record of commercial success
• Tillage industry knowledge and interest in future developments e.g. IPM, Biologicals, Regenerative Ag, Digital, Precision Agriculture, services, etc.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory
• IASIS Accreditation
• Sound technical knowledge of crop husbandry and crop protection products.
• You will have excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to manage and prioritize a correct balance of activities across a complex value chain
• The role allows for a degree of autonomous decision making. You should be self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as within a team
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to deliver short term sales with a long-term mindset and passion to transform agriculture
• Good IT Skills and an ability to use the MS Suite. Knowledge of Salesforce, SAP etc is an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Business, or a related field (relevant experience will be considered)

Syngenta will offer

• Competitive salary
• Benefits scheme including bonus, healthcare, generous allocation of paid annual leave & pension contributions
• Company car
• Great opportunities for personal and career development

Diversity and Inclusion: 

We value diversity and inclusion as reflected in our corporate values and leadership commitments. Embracing the unique perspectives and capabilities of our employees is helping to catalyse innovation, maximize performance and create business value.

For more information, see: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion

Company Description

Syngenta is leading science-based agtech company; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

The closing date for applications is 24th August 2023