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

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