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POSITION:
Technology
Development Representative
Location: Tampa, Florida
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 for chemicals. Research is at 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 an individual to provide technical leadership for
the development and commercial growth of Seminis products in
Florida, including the following responsibilities:
Development of New Products
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Plan and execute a program
of field trials focused on the development of new
fresh-market tomato hybrids, but to also include
evaluation of pepper, watermelon, sweet corn, beans,
squash, and lettuce germplasm.
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Determine and demonstrate
the value, positioning, and agronomic fit of Seminis
pipeline products vs. commercial standards.
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Generate and analyze data
to drive product advancement recommendations.
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Actively participate in
protocol development and experimental design; ensure
timely, high-quality data entry, analyses, and
reporting.
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Contract and coordinate
testing with key university programs and private
cooperators.
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Ensure product stewardship
according to Seminis and industry best practices, and
regulatory compliance with Federal, State, and Local
requirements.
Growth
of Commercial Products
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Direct and manage local
trials in conjunction with Sales & Marketing teams to
generate features, advantages, and benefits data, and
associated marketing materials.
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Provide product and
agronomic training for internal sales teams and external
seed, retail, and processing partners.
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Build strong technical and
commercial relationships with key influencers including
academia, industry/grower groups, processors, dealers,
and top customers.
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Bridge Sales and Research
to ensure market-driven assessment of new products and
technologies.
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Support Sales with
performance inquiries that require specific agronomic
and product knowledge.
Required
Skills/Experience/Attributes:
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MS required; PhD preferred in
agronomy, plant breeding, plant pathology or a
closely-related discipline.
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At least 5 years of experience
with demonstrated success in applied field research.
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Experience with fresh-market
tomatoes and other Florida 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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Proficiency with standard IT
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
highly desired
The successful candidate must pass
a substance abuse test and background and driving record checks.
Please note that only applications
submitted through the Monsanto career web site will be
considered for this position.
To view a more complete and detailed job description of this
exciting position, please visit our website at
www.monsanto.com and to
apply online select req. #
mons-00010418.
We offer very competitive salaries and an extensive benefits
package.
Monsanto values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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