Ball Horticultural Company excels in the research, breeding, production and distribution of seed and vegetative plant products. Established in many countries around the globe, Ball is known for superior varieties supplied as seed, plugs, young plants and cuttings.

To further our business objectives, we have an opening and opportunity for a talented Business Development Manager who will be responsible for facilitating core business development and building market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating and closing business relationships with potential players and key decision-makers in the small commercial and home garden vegetable market.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Horticulture, Agriculture/AgEcon or related field; minimum of 3 years' experience in sales, marketing, or related area and demonstrated ability to close business deals; proven knowledge about small or medium scale vegetable production; track record on prioritizing tasks under pressure; ability to anticipate the changing needs of the industry/customer; proven ability to work effectively as part of a team or business unit; ability to travel approximately 40% of the time, both domestic and international.

Interested candidates:
Mail your resume to:

Ball Horticultural Company
Human Resources Dept.
Attn: Sandi Laubenthal
622 Town Road
West Chicago, IL 60185 

or FAX your resume to: 630-231-3592
or email your resume to: careers@ballhort.com