Technical Sales Seeds Representative

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Kouga, Sarah Baartman, Eastern Cape, ZAF
In-Office
Mid level
Biotech • Agriculture • Chemical
The Role
Drive seed product sales in assigned territories by identifying new business, delivering technical demonstrations, recommending seed solutions, managing CRM pipelines, negotiating contracts, providing technical support, coordinating with internal teams, tracking industry trends, and reporting forecasts and performance.
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Company Description

Syngenta is one of the world’s leading agriculture companies. Our ambition is to help safely feed the world while taking care of the planet. We aim to improve the sustainability, quality and safety of agriculture with world class science and innovative crop solutions. Our technologies enable millions of farmers around the world to make better use of limited agricultural resources. Syngenta is part of Syngenta Group with 53,000 people in more than 100 countries and is working to transform how crops are grown. Through partnerships, collaboration and The Good Growth Plan we are committed to accelerating innovation for farmers and nature, striving for carbon neutral agriculture, helping people stay safe and healthy and partnering for impact. To learn more visit www.syngenta.com and www.goodgrowthplan.com. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/Syngenta

Job Description

We are seeking a Technical Sales Seeds Representative to join our organization in Algeria. In this role, you will be responsible for driving sales growth while providing technical expertise and support to our clients in the agricultural seeds sector. You will serve as a key liaison between our technical team and customers, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive product knowledge and solutions tailored to their specific needs.

  • Identify and develop new business opportunities within assigned territories, focusing on building long-term client relationships
  • Deliver technical product demonstrations and presentations to prospective and existing customers, highlighting key features and benefits
  • Analyze customer requirements and recommend appropriate seed products and solutions that address their agricultural challenges
  • Manage sales pipelines and maintain accurate records of customer interactions, quotations, and orders using CRM systems
  • Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements while maintaining profitability and company standards
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve customer concerns and ensure product satisfaction
  • Collaborate with internal technical and operations teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and customer delivery
  • Stay current with industry trends, competitor activities, and product innovations to maintain competitive advantage
  • Prepare and submit regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance metrics to management
  • Conduct follow-up activities to maximize customer retention and identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling

Qualifications

  • Proven sales experience in a technical or agricultural products environment, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
  • Strong technical knowledge of seeds, crop varieties, or related agricultural products
  • Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze customer needs and develop customized solutions
  • Strong negotiation and closing skills with the ability to build rapport with clients
  • Organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously
  • Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Preferred: Experience in the agricultural or seeds industry
  • Preferred: Fluency in French or Arabic, in addition to English
  • Preferred: Experience with data analysis and sales forecasting tools

Skills Required

  • Proven sales experience in a technical or agricultural products environment with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
  • Strong technical knowledge of seeds, crop varieties, or related agricultural products
  • Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to explain complex technical concepts
  • Ability to analyze customer needs and develop customized solutions
  • Strong negotiation and closing skills
  • Organizational and time management skills to manage multiple accounts and priorities
  • Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Experience in the agricultural or seeds industry
  • Fluency in French or Arabic in addition to English
  • Experience with data analysis and sales forecasting tools
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The Company
56,000 Employees

What We Do

Syngenta Group is a leading global agricultural technology (AgTech) company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. With over 50,000 employees across more than 90 countries, it provides farmers with innovative technology and expertise to increase productivity and ensure the growth of healthy, affordable, and sustainable food. The company is a world market leader in sustainable agriculture, offering a diverse portfolio of seeds and crop protection solutions.

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