Ag Territory Manager - Taber/Lethbridge AB (Field) - 12 month contract

Now hiring! Ag Territory Manager - Taber/Lethbridge AB (Field) - 12 month contract

Taber/Lethbridge AB (area - field)

We are looking for a Ag Territory Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Taber/Lethbridge AB area.

We are looking for a Ag Territory Manager to develop, cultivate, and maintain business relationships with assigned retail and grower customers within a set geography and is expected to drive continued sales growth with these customers. The Territory Manager will prioritize time and resources with customers identified in high-opportunity segments. We offer a contract completion bonus.

Welcome to BASF

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

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Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!

As a Ag Territory Manager - Taber/Lethbridge AB (Field) - 12 month contract, you create chemistry by...

• Creating and executing annual and strategic territory plans that align with national and regional business objectives, while ensuring integration with marketing and customization for accurate forecasting.
• Developing account plans for strategic customers, including short- and long-term action plans to respond to market dynamics and ensure profitability.
• Managing relationships and resources by creating demand with growers and retailers as part of the territory plan, ensuring retailer demand creation aligns with account team activities and measuring customer satisfaction through feedback surveys.
• Identifying, negotiating, and closing sales opportunities with target customers for our portfolio.
• Determining when and how to use internal or external technical resources, partnering with Technical Services Representatives to educate retailers and growers on BASF innovations for new business opportunities.
• Aligning broader teams on strategic messaging and positioning and providing market intelligence to BASF’s Marketing team regarding industries, competitors, and customers.
• Participating in local and regional teams to meet customer needs and coaching and developing these skills in others through mentoring.

If you have...

• A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma with a concentration in agronomy, chemistry, biology, business, agribusiness or related field.
• A minimum of 1.5 years’ experience with a Bachelor’s degree, or 3.5 years’ experience with an Associates Degree/2 year Diploma.
• Professional experience in sales, or a technical background within an agricultural-related field.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills combined with a passion for making a positive difference in the agriculture industry.
• Proven ability to develop and cultivate meaningful relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain or obtain CCSC designation within the first year of employment.
• Strong business acumen and technical proficiency, including working experience with Microsoft Office Suite & CRM.
• Ability to work independently to create a territory plan that is aligned with the national and regional objectives.
• Ability to self-manage time and resources and to allocate time and energy appropriately, resulting in achievement of goals.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you – the whole you – in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.

About us

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here.

Diversity is our greatest strength!

Join us in shaping the future as part of a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunity – regardless of gender, age, background, sexual orientation, disability, or personal beliefs. Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.

By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.

United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.

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Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “Recruitment Accommodation Request”.