Biological Innovation Manager, Agronomy

**Description**:
Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a **Biological Innovation Manager**. The **Biological Innovation Manager** will have a pivotal role in realizing Corteva's vision for customer experience and technical support for the Biological portfolio within Eastern Canada, focusing on a region from Toronto to the southern tip of Ontario.

**What You'll Do**:
**Business Acumen & Demand Generation**:the primary focus of this new role.
- Engage with growers and retail partners to demonstrate the value and benefits of Corteva's product range, increasing product adoption and customer loyalty.
- Build and execute on a 1-3 year growth plan and supporting tactics for your territory.
- Coach effective relationship-building, sales tactics, and negotiations through on-farm sales calls with resellers for both existing customers and prospects.
- Serve as a role model, teacher, and coach to resellers to develop skills and knowledge required to provide an exceptional customer experience and deliver results.
- Advocate for break through ideas and solutions up and down the chain of command.
- Manage new product introductions within the region in compliance with marketing strategies and objectives.
- Set and manage sales targets, discounts, and growth plans with each reseller for key customers and prospects.
- Anticipate market opportunities and threats, and position your sales team to react, adapt and overcome.

**Market Insights**: Maintain a thorough understanding of industry trends and competitive products. Use this knowledge to position Corteva's offerings strategically in the market.

**Forecasting collaboration**: Assist business partners in forecasting product demand accurately and developing strategic business plans. Serve as a technical liaison in client discussions and presentations.

**Educational Initiatives**:Present content at grower meetings, field days, and seminars to educate the agricultural community on product innovations, best practices, agronomic strategies and sustainable farming techniques.

**Customer Relationship Management**: Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, becoming a trusted advisor that clients rely on for expert advice and support. Ensure regular customer contact to capture insights for Corteva's product management team and deliver timely information.

**Business Development**: Identify new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of Corteva's market share in the region. Regularly report on market activities, customer feedback, and field results to the Field Specialist Leader and other stakeholders.

**Respect for People**:Engage in respectful communication and collaboration with team members, clients, and community stakeholders. Lead by example in creating a positive work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered.

**Qualifications**:** What You'll Need**:

- B.S. Agriculture/Business/Marketing or related field preferred.
- Extensive experience in agronomy, crop protection, business and sales acumen and demand generation.
- Deep knowledge of the agricultural sector in Eastern Canada, including specific challenges and opportunities.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate market data and industry trends.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the business and with customers.
- Ability to travel extensively within the territory.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Advanced degree in a related field.
- Professional certifications relevant to professional sales, agronomy, environmental management, or safety.
- Bilingual (English/French) capabilities.
- **_Preferred location in and around London, Ontario. South of Toronto will also be considered._