Are you interested in commercial sales, technical support for greenhouse business of Rijk Zwaan products; tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, eggplant, lettuce? Do you have a minimum of 8 - 10 years experience in the greenhouse industry with a B.Sc in Agriculture, Horticulture or related field? If so, please apply for this fulltime vacancy of Greenhouse Technical Sales.
The vacancy of Greenhouse Technical Sales
At Rijk Zwaan we see customers as our partners. We are a diverse team whose goals are to serve and increase sales in the greenhouse market.
The Greenhouse Technical Sales is responsible for technical support for greenhouse business of Rijk Zwaan products, crop lead for indoor lettuce, development of growing guidelines for varieties, and timely reporting as needed for commercial, and crop technical reports. Responsible for new product development – involves new variety evaluation, semi commercial and commercial trial evaluation with commercial customers, and report to the Greenhouse business manager regarding market developments and production performance. Travel within the US & Canada is part of the job with a possibility of occasional trips to Europe and/or Mexico.
We are seeking a Greenhouse Technical Sales Person with:
- B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture or related field
- 8 – 10 years experience in the greenhouse industry
- Growing experience in a greenhouse environment preferred
- Good written and communication skills
- Team oriented
- High level of motivation and ability to work independently.
- Strong interest in product knowledge.
- Reputation of ethical and credible behaviour
Furthermore, you have good social skills and like to develop long term industry relationships.
Benefits:
Company vehicle, health and dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability, medical & dependent care reimbursement and 401k plan.
Interested?
Please send an application by email only, to work@rijkzwaanusa.com, to the attention of Loretta Brown (Office Manager).
We will respond as soon as possible, but please allow processing time.
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