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POSITION:
Technology
(Product) Development Representatives
Job Location: Tifton,
Georgia, USA
At Seminis, a division of
Monsanto, we are
committed to recruiting and retaining the best individuals
through our team-oriented culture that encourages creativity,
decision-making, and entrepreneurial spirit. Seminis is the
largest developer, grower and marketer of fruit and vegetable
seeds in the world. We lead the development of hybrids that
improve nutrition, boost crop yields, limit spoilage and reduce
the need of chemicals. Research is the heart of Seminis and its
future as we are committed to consistently introducing
innovative products for our customers. It's amazing to consider
that improving human health, promoting environmental stewardship
and fostering greater economic growth for the agricultural
community can all start with something as small as a seed.
We are seeking motivated Technology (Product) Development
Representatives who will provide technical leadership for
the development and commercial growth of Seminis products in
Georgia. In this role primary responsibilities include the
following:
Development of New Products
* Plan and execute a program of field trials focused on the
development of new fresh-market tomato hybrids, but to
include evaluation of pepper, watermelon, sweet corn, beans,
squash, cucumber and melon germplasm
* Determine and demonstrate the value, positioning, and
agronomic fit of Seminis pipeline products vs. commercial
standards
* Generate and analyze data to drive product advancement
recommendations
* Actively participate in protocol development and
experimental design; ensure timely, high-quality data entry,
analyses, and reporting
* Contract and coordinate testing with key university
programs and private cooperators
* Ensure product stewardship according to Seminis and
industry best practices, and regulatory compliance with
Federal, State, and Local requirements
Growth of Commercial Products
* Direct and manage local trials in conjunction with Sales &
Marketing teams to generate features, advantages, and
benefits data, and associated marketing materials
* Provide product and agronomic training for internal sales
teams and external seed, retail, and processing partners
* Build strong technical and commercial relationships with
key influencers including academia, industry/grower groups,
processors, dealers, and top customers
* Bridge Sales and Research to ensure market-driven
assessment of new products and technologies
* Support Sales with performance inquiries that require
specific agronomic and product knowledge
The successful candidates will
possess:
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Minimum
of an MS, preferably a Ph.D. in agronomy, plant breeding,
plant pathology, horticulture or closely-related discipline,
with demonstrated success in applied field research
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Experience with fresh-market tomatoes and other Georgia
vegetable crops a plus
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Strong
written and verbal communication skills
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Ability
to perform successfully in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based
environment
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Must be
self-motivated and assertive with a results orientation
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Proficient with standard Information Technology tools
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Willingness to travel extensively in-state; occasional
regional and national travel
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Willingness to re-locate is desired
The
successful candidate must pass a substance abuse test and
background and driving record checks.
At Seminis, we offer a highly
competitive salary & benefits package with career development
opportunities!
Please visit our Career website at
www.monsanto.com and to
apply online select req. #mons-00008894.
Monsanto is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity.
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