Biostimulants Business Leader

Overview

Growing What Matters Starts With You

Corteva Agriscience, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose every day by building an inclusive culture where we encourage curiosity, thinking differently, acting boldly and doing what's right for our customers, co-workers, partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

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We’re hiring for Biostimulants Business Leader, Italy .

Responsibilities

• Deliver annual sales and marketing plans for the designated products, tracking performance against benchmarks (prices and volumes vs. purchase orders), conducting stage reviews, addressing significant deviations, and proposing corrective actions when needed.
• Develop and implement holistic product strategies including project scheduling, price evolutions, label extensions, and licensing opportunities. Collaborate with European Product Managers and align with regional business strategies.
• Formulate regionally aligned product pricing strategies based on market research and projected demand.
• Lead cross-functional Local Product Concept Teams to define new project requirements, build business cases, articulate priorities, delineate product attributes, shape value propositions, and craft sales arguments.
• Manage the funds allocated to programs in the Country.
• Implement advocacy/endorsement strategies defined by LPCTs with authorities and stakeholders at national level.
• Directly manage a team of Technical and Market experts, planning trials and demos to support knowledge transfer for new and existing products.
• Analyze diverse market segments, coordinate with stakeholders, gather grower insights, synthesize product feedback, assess competitive dynamics, discern market trends, identify threats, uncover new opportunities, and address customer needs.

Location

Cremona, Italy

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture (master's in marketing is an advantage).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Agribusiness sector, including product management, development, or commercial roles.
• Strong understanding of the agricultural market, especially regarding the assigned product portfolio, with familiarity with operational planning and product development processes.
• Proven track record of creating, launching, and managing brands or portfolios.
• Results- and business-oriented; ability to work closely with customers and address their needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and strong teamwork; loyal and committed to the organization and team members.
• Proficiency in market research with strong analytical skills, including economic analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and English fluency.
• Problem solving and adaptability.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team.
• Market-shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food.
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment.
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas to drive our business forward.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader addressing the most pressing agricultural challenges.
• Challenging assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences.
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation to expand your global view.
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered.
• Dedicated resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Opportunities to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Health and well-being support with world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary.
• Performance-driven culture with a focus on speed, efficiency and agility.

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