Sr. Account Manager

Now hiring! Sr. Account Manager

Washington state - remote

We are looking for a Sr. Account Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team for our Vegetable Seeds business in Washington state in the southeastern Tri-City area. This position is a remote, field-based position in the state of Washington and the candidate should reside in the southeastern Tri-City area. 

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.

The Senior Account Manager will develop, plan and execute sales initiatives for strategic accounts to initiate, sustain, and grow business over time. They will cultivate long‑term partnerships with national and international customers, aligned with the M&S strategy and BASF Vegetable Seeds’ objectives to drive both profitability and lasting collaboration.

As a Sr. Account Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Planning, reviewing, adapting and executing the annual sales plan for selected key accounts, including customer plans, sales targets, KPIs and crop marketing actions to meet the annual Basic Plan
• Representing the company and presenting value‑based proposals aligned with key customers’ needs to build long‑term partnerships and generate sustainable sales
• Managing customer relationships with top retailers in the region to strengthen market presence and distribution
• Leading and coordinating customer teams to deliver solutions, streamline customer‑facing processes, share actionable information and overcome objections to enhance the Nunhems customer experience
• Providing market, pricing, product, grower and consumer insights to inform crop vision and strategic planning
• Collaborating and networking across crop teams to align on crop strategy and implement marketing and business plans
• Partnering with internal stakeholders to evaluate varietal performance and support the introduction of new varieties 

If you...

•    Hold a bachelor’s degree.
•    Bring 5–8 years of sales experience, agronomic sales experience is a plus. 
•    Previous experience with onions, a plus.
•    Possess well rounded knowledge of the vegetable seed business and strong agronomic expertise.
•    Demonstrate advanced consultative selling skills, including negotiation and closing.
•    Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to influence decisions across diverse roles and functions.
•    Are fluent in English (required); bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
•    Apply strong project management skills to drive initiatives to completion, project management experience is a plus.
•    Show proven leadership ability to coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to teams.
•    Communicate clearly, exercise sound judgment, and maintain high levels of organization.
•    Perform effectively in a fast paced environment and manage multiple competing priorities.
•    Maintain strong relationships with and knowledge of top retailers in the USA; lead turnkey projects for customers or retail partners.
•    Collaborate across levels and functions to build productive internal partnerships.
•    Are proficient with Microsoft Office and have working knowledge of CRM systems. 
•    Are able to day travel regularly in the territory and able to travel overnight up to 25%. 

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

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Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $89,600 - $123,200. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.