Seed National Agronomy Leader

The Seed National Agronomy Leader main responsibility is the following:
(1) Driving the product evaluation and advancement process to ensure portfolio competitiveness; and
(2) Ensuring readiness of the Agronomy Team in providing commercial support and agronomic services through preparation of fit-for-market package of technology, translating technical data into marketing and sales tools and messages, and in building the techno-commercial competency of the field team, among others.

Key Deliverables

1. Product concept and segmentation

• Within the cross-functional Portfolio Management Team, co-lead with Marketing the preparation of the product concept per crop segment and in finalizing the advancement criteria.

2. Product evaluation and advancement

• Prepare the Seasonal Agronomy Testing Plan aligned w/ territory plan.
• Preparation of standard protocol and incorporation of best practices in trial design and execution, hybrid evaluation.
• Proper data gathering and analytics.
• Proper tracking of E2E processes, particularly the steps where agronomy is involved – Hybrid volume requirements, R&D sample handovers, Variety Registration, Sample demand forecast.

3. Sampling, Positioning, Value Demonstration

• Sampling plan preparation for new launch in coordination with marketing for market insights generation to validate positioning.
• Generate customer insights on crop/product usage to develop key agronomy interventions for product differentiation and product positioning.
• Align hybrid plan and positioning with execution on ground.
• Package of technology for value demonstration.
• Inputs to preparation of sales and marketing tools and communication materials.

4. Portfolio effectiveness, including benchmarking and product gaps and fills plan.

5. Building capability – product knowledge, practices, positioning, value demo.

• Field Team Competency Building.
• Agronomy Team Competency Building.

Qualifications:

Educational Background:

• A bachelor's degree in agronomy, agriculture, crop science, or a related field is essential.

Experience:

• Minimal 10 years of experience in agricultural management or a related field.

• Practical experience in crop production, soil science, and pest management is highly valued.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of plant physiology, soil science, and crop management practices.

• Knowledge of sustainable farming practices and advancements in agronomy.

• Leadership and team management skills to oversee agricultural operations and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing daily operations of crop production, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.

• Developing and implementing crop management plans to ensure maximum yield.

• Conducting soil and plant tests and interpreting the results.

• Ensuring compliance with agricultural regulations and safety standards.