Biological Innovation Specialist

If you're good at what you do, you can work anywhere. If you're the best at what you do, come work at Corteva Agriscience! We are currently seeking a Biological Innovation Specialist, whose role is responsible for Corteva?s

Crop Protection

business in the

Oregon area .

In partnership with the account management, marketing, and integrated field scientist teams, this individual is responsible for driving and expanding sales of Corteva agriculture products. This role will work primarily with retail customers, along with growers, distributors, and seed agents.

The role will report to the District Sales Leader for the Iowa Crop Protection

Business.

This is a remote position and can be based anywhere within the geography listed above. If hired, you will be required to travel as necessary to support business activities .

What You'll Do:

Develop and demonstrate a deep understanding of Corteva CP products, customers, and key market opportunities within the region.

Work cross-functionally with Category Lead, MarCom Manager, Account Managers, Market Development Specialist, and Field Scientist to create and implement action plans to grow sales within the territory.

Gain share through positioning, training, and promoting Corteva brands & formulated products with key distribution accounts & end-users.

Willingness to develop a strong technical expertise and provide sound, agronomic recommendations, and support to distribution & grower customers.

Accountable for providing market intel and product forecasts to leadership.

Responsible for building relationships, representing the portfolio, and building awareness with key influencers such as university and extension specialists, industry influencers and local consultants.

Must have the ability to work independently and take initiative to deliver on objectives when necessary and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Align sales performance expectations with retail accounts and deliver necessary technical and agronomic information

Develop detailed key account plans to meet and exceed territory sales goals

Serve as a customer advocate by communicating customer feedback to the leadership team

What You'll Need:

Minimum of Bachelor's Degree is required, preferably in the following areas: Turf Science, Biology, Horticulture, Agronomy, Ag Econ & Business, or related field

Experience in sales or in a role providing agronomic recommendations in the Ag industry.

Previous CP sales experience and knowledge of the industry is desirable

Must be willing to travel within the assigned territory and efficient with extensive ground travel.

Ability to pass a driving record background check

Must be able to sell, negotiate, influence, resolve conflict, and coach.

Preference is for the candidate to reside in the Oregon area.

Benefits ? How We?ll Support You:

Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=2Nre68t3vrs%3d&portalid=351)

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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

The salary range for this position is $ to $.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva Agriscience? is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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