Magnum Seeds is a Research and Production company based in Dixon, California. We develop hybrids in 7 vegetable classes for sales in North and South America, Middle East, North Africa and Southern Europe. We sell new varieties to various distributors on an exclusive or semi-exclusive basis. We are a small company with activities worldwide and with strong market presence in Mexico, Middle East and Southern Europe.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Responsible for Sales and Customer Account Management in the Americas.
• Manage the activities of Mexico Product Development Manager.
• Work directly with Plant Breeders, as a team with the Europe/Middle East/North Africa Sales and Product Development Managers and Magnum Seeds Account Administrator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Manage customer relations, sales, forecasts, Contracts, product promotion, development and Marketing
2. Direct Management of the Product Development Manager in Mexico
3. Work together with the Breeders, Product Development Manager and Production department to develop product plans for new and pre-commercial products
4.  Control and manage sampling of hybrids to customers
5. Manage the allocation of new products to customers
6. Assist and participate in production planning meetings, field visits and visit other Magnum Seed trial locations and Research Stations
7. Attend to any product complaints and product liability claims
8. Prepare and send General Manager a monthly activity report
9. Complete expense reports in a timely manner
10. Maintain Company vehicle and equipment
11. Assist Mexico Research Manager in breeder trial evaluation in Culiacan
12. Attend Trade Shows, Conventions, Expos and other industry related functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Physically capable of handling the necessary field work for the position
2. Ability to communicate in English effectively and work as part of a team to accomplish company objectives
3. Ability to speak Spanish a plus
4. Willing to travel extensively, mostly internationally
5. Computer proficiency in Excel, Word and Power Point

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor of Science degree in agriculture or related field and 10 years minimum experience in seed industry

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to interact with customers, Dealers and growers to coordinate activities efficiently

APPLICATIONS

Submit resume and references to Maria Villagomez at maria.villagomez@magnumseeds.com.