Territory Manager - Pioneer (Texas)

Who are we, and what do we do?

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Pioneer Territory Manager serving the Texas Upper Gulf Coast. If hired, you may be required to travel as necessary to support business activities. Candidate should reside within the territory. If you have a passion for providing solutions to growers and developing and leading a high-performing team, this is a great opportunity for you!

What You Will Do:

Customer Facing Sales:

• Work directly with growers to deliver Pioneer brand value and drive sales with targeted accounts by:
  • Developing and maintaining strong customer relationships
  • Managing selling activities and servicing accounts
  • Applying agronomy insights and product management knowledge
• Team-selling alongside Pioneer Agents
• Maintain thorough agronomic and technical knowledge of Pioneer products and services to support resolution of customer service calls related to product performance and agronomic issues when they cannot be resolved by the Sales Representative.

Sales Leadership: 

• Recruit, select, and retain a high-quality professional sales force to effectively meet customer needs within the assigned geography.
• Serve as a role model, teacher, and coach to Pioneer sales representatives by demonstrating strong sales skills and customer responsiveness.
• Coordinate sales and product training to strengthen sales effectiveness and enhance product and agronomy knowledge.

Sales Management: 

• Manage all aspects of Pioneer’s business within the assigned territory, including:
  • Financial: Discounts, samples, and fixed-cost budgets
  • Product: Demand planning, supply, and plot assignments
  • Business: Sales targets, commissions, customer planning, and tactical plans

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, in Agronomy, Ag Business, or Ag Leadership required. Will consider other degrees with related field sales experience.
• At least 5 years of sales experience, managing and coaching individuals. Ag sales experience is strongly preferred.
• Must be able to sell, negotiate, influence, resolve conflict, and coach.
• Agronomy and crop production practices are preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.
• Ability to pass a driving record background check.
• VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
• International relocation is not offered for this position

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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

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

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.

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 embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.