Horticulture Sales Manager

Now hiring! Horticulture Sales Manager

Ontario, ON 

We are looking for a Horticulture Sales Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Ontario.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

Located in Eastern Canada and reporting to the the Regional Sales Manager, the Horticulture Sales Manager leads an AgSolutions Sales Team that works closely with our retail partners and growers to provide best in class service and agronomic advice. The Horticulture Sales Manager will also work with our marketing teams to support product launches and field tours while providing accurate market intelligence. This is accomplished through a proven track record of strong leadership, team development and a desire to continually grow the business in your market.

As a Horticulture Sales Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Developing, coaching and leading a team of Horticulture Representatives who will support customer success and innovation in agriculture at the field level.
• Using your leadership, people development and superior customer service skills to expand the company’s market share within Ontario.
• Training, coaching and monitoring the performance of all staff to ensure maximum performance and achievement of sales and market share objectives. Additionally, identifying, screening and hiring top quality Horticulture Retails Representatives.
• Gathering and communicating to appropriate staff market intelligence and competitive activities within the region to maximize opportunities and pre-empt threats to brand performance.
• Cascading goals/objectives, supporting each individual’s development plan, and conducting performance reviews with staff as part of performance and incentive measurement, fostering a positive team environment that aligns with business and corporate initiatives.
• Driving as well as flying to accounts, to meet with representatives, and customers as required.

If you have...

• A Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Agronomy, Chemistry, Biology, Business, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in agricultural sales supporting growers. Must have experience working within sales in a customer facing capacity.
• Experience selling to growers in Western or Eastern Canada and the ability to initiate, develop, and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to lead and coach a group of motivated and passionate sales staff. Managerial Experience is preferred. 
• Strong understanding of crop development and the use of products to enhance production.
• A proven track record and desire to drive business for customer, corporate and personal success. Self-directed, motivated and have a desire to win while developing the business.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you – the whole you – in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.  We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.

About us

As the world’s leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

We constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2024 as one of Canada's Top Employers for tenth consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the eleventh year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.  

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