Seed Applied Technology (SAT) Product Manager & Technical Specialist at Corteva Agriscience

Description

Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

We’re hiring for Seed Applied Technology (SAT) Product Manager & Technical Specialist role. Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.
You will lead & deliver the AME SAT Marketing strategy (3rd Party & Pipeline) and support Commercial Units (CUs) in optimised technical & pricing position delivering value to the Customer and Corteva.

Your Challenge

• Define and execute the AME SAT strategy by leading value proposition & pricing actions for current and future portfolios to deliver financial results and support CU Marketing Managers
• Collaborate with Global Application Team on best-practice treatment application to support Production to deliver a quality product and customer satisfaction
• Support successful application and launches of new products through performance of seed treatment testing.
• Represent AME in the Center of Seed Applied Technologies (CSAT) Global network.
• Guide and support Integrated Field Sciences (IFS) and Local Product Concept Teams (LPCT) in developing best in class SAT portfolio.
• Partner with Seed CU teams in identifying portfolio gaps; Assist and support in closing gaps with 3rd party product offerings and price negotiation.
• Close interaction with stakeholders across all Corteva platforms (Seed, CP, Digital) to develop a mindset of cross-functional collaboration and embody a unified mindset.

Strategic
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop and lead the execution of the SAT AME Marketing strategy & operational deliverables (1-3yr)
• Support AME Marketing strategy & actions (5yr)
• Lead, facilitate & coordinate the development of SAT Portfolio value propositions & pricing, including demonstration trials & technical training
• Lead the AME cross functional team in delivering SAT strategy (IFS, Production, Sales, Demand Planning, Marketing CP & Seed)

Stakeholder Relationships

• Represent AME Product concepts and Business opportunities together with the Regional & Global SAT team
• Develop and nurture industry relationships with key stakeholders to strengthen the business and support long term growth objectives
• Develop and maintain key customer relationships
• AME Functional Leads, CU Leads, CU Marketing Managers & LPCT members

Commercial

• Support Procurement in optimising SAT 3rd Party cost for internal seed brands
• Support CUs in implementing key account management plan with strategic customers
• Monitor Commercial success to ensure alignment with Strategy

Operational

• Lead the AME Center for Seed Applied Technology (CSAT) in the performance of testing related applications, seed flow, plantability as well as the trialling of new and emerging seed treatments and application technologies.
• Provide seed treatment application support to seed production facilities, internally and externally, through utilising CSAT global network.
• Support IFS with seed treatment application of all seed treatment trial protocols Innovation
• Take leadership on innovative new ideas surrounding seed treatment investment; acquisition or development initiatives.

Qualifications
To Grow What Matters, You Will Need
Skills

• Relationship Management
• Influencing & Negotiation skills
• Written & verbal Formal Education: B.Sc Agriculture or Equivalent

Experience

• 5 years Agricultural (marketing, commercial or technical)

Knowledge

• Strategy development
• Product management will be advantageous
• Seed treatment: Technical application and commercial delivery
• Communication & Presentation skills
• Project Management
• Conflict Management
• Ability to function individually & in a team

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With You… What Can We Offer To Help You Grow?

• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility