Associate Technical Service

Technical Manager

Seeking for a Technical Manager who will oversee the product development by providing the technical support for trial opportunities and support research projects. Selected candidate will work collaboratively with the development team.

Job Description:

Test varieties trial phase to verify if they are suitable or not. Develop trials plans in coordination with Breeders/Crop Specialist/Sales Rep/Sales Manager, and select growers where trials are carried out. Implement trials and follow sowing, transplanting, cultivation and harvesting. Carry out trial evaluation and qualitative tests (shelf life, taste, brix, etc.). Register and send trial evaluation results to Breeders/Crop Specialist/Sales Rep/Sales Manager. Acquire detailed knowledge of the regional market for all crops developed in terms of segments, products and opportunities, through regular visits of the market supporting Breeders/Crop Specialist/Sales Rep/Sales Manager. Create opportunities for sales and promotion according to the commercial objectives, visiting growers, plant raisers, dealers and supply chain partners in accordance with the Sales Representative. Carry out and participate in promotional and marketing activities of the company, such as demo days, exhibitions and seminars. Provide detailed technical growing advice to growers, plant raisers and distributors to achieve as high as possible market share for varieties. Support the Crop Specialist/Sales Rep with the sales forecast per variety. Deal promptly with potential complaints. Issue weekly report on performed activities, sales opportunities in the area of activities and competition.

Job Qualifications:

University degree in Agriculture or related field. 5+ years' work experience in the vegetable industry preferred. Self-motivated, good analytical and interpersonal skills in an international environment. Sound Technical Knowledge. Good interpersonal; and communication skill. Highly motivated and able to work with no supervision. Ability to multi task in a fast paced working environment. Detail oriented. Sound work ethic.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.