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Description

Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $6.4 billion in 2012.

Dow AgroSciences seeks a Application Support Specialist to interact with R&D scientists, translate their lab workflows and map information needs. This full-time position is located in Indianapolis, IN, USA.

This is an entry-level position for a talented individual and provides a great opportunity to learn about R&D systems and work processes for future career roles as a developer or business analyst. The successful candidate will work closely with a variety of R&D scientists and the software development teams to support and troubleshoot existing information management systems and also enable testing of new systems. Dow AgroSciences has made significant investments in IT solutions and the successful candidate will identify opportunities to extend and enhance these systems as needs change or evolve.

The successful candidate for this position is expected to perform the following job responsibilities:

- Daily support and troubleshoot existing information management systems
- End-user training, constant user engagement, work process & system documentation etc.
- Testing configurations and testing of new systems
- Work closely with other team members to ensure data integrity and identify training opportunities.

Qualifications

Skills / Qualifications:

The successful candidate is expected to have:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a inter-disciplanary environment
- Ability to understand and support multiple scientific workflows
- Previous expertise with SQL queries and scripting languages
- Demonstrated expertise with lab informatics (LIMS, Electronic Lab Notebook etc.)
- Experience with computer systems validation is a plus
- Experience in GLP/GMP environments is a plus
- Software development experience is a plus (LIMS)
- Previous experience in a research lab environment is a plus

Education / Experience:

- Applicants should have a bachelors’ degree or higher in computer sciences, biotechnology or a related field.
- Applicants should have the desire and the ability to learn and understand scientific work processes.

Primary Location: North America-USA-Indiana-Indianapolis
Schedule: Full-time]]>Sun, 12 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Indianapolis-Application-Support-Specialist-Information-Technology-and-Data-Analysis-R&D-Job-IN-46201/2430402/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Indianapolis-Application-Support-Specialist-Information-Technology-and-Data-Analysis-R&D-Job-IN-46201/2430402/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $6.4 billion in 2012.

The primary purposes of this job are to i) supervise the Seeds and Traits R&D staff located within the North Central Region in the United States ii) ensure breeding resources are developed and deployed appropriately and aligned to business priorities iii) be responsible for the career development, performance planning, review, and general administration of breeding staff. The qualified candidate will be actively involved in developing and fostering relationships with internal customers, external collaborators, and industry associations. The candidate for this position will also serve as project leader for key projects and will be the station leader for the field breeding station near Clinton, Wisconsin.

Key Responsibilities:

- Performance management and professional development of technical/administrative staff
- Succession planning and career development management for direct staff and serves as a representative to the global Seeds and Traits R&D (S&T R&D) function and ensures S&T R&D employees are considered for career opportunities on the Seed Business staff
- Ultimately accountable for the quality and productivity of the S&T R&D staff against the established work plan (on time delivery of milestones, etc.)
- Represents their unique region/ecology within the S&T R&D Function and works to help establish an effective work plan that efficiently and effectively utilizes resources
- With Breeding and Field Station Leaders, implements work plans that deliver Regional and Global business needs. Has ultimate authority for dissemination of work load within local areas
- Overall responsibility for management of S&T R&D budget and use of contractual funds where appropriate, to meet work plan needs
- Assists Global S&T R&D Leaders with establishment of best breeding practices and scorecards to ensure quality and productivity improvements within the S&T R&D organization
- Represents S&T R&D function within regional business teams and determines technical / breeding strategy required to deliver business goals
- Leads various project teams to address key deliverables aligned with business goals and critical success factors
- Contributes to the development of R&D strategies through participation in project teams

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS

- The critical competencies required for success are interpersonal effectiveness, personal leadership, customer & market focus, technical knowledge, teamwork, analytical skills, and initiative
- Technical proficiency in the use of multiple computer applications and sound analytical skills are necessary for success
- Basic technical proficiency in statistics and field experimental design to contribute leadership in assessing validating field experiments

SKILLS/DIMENSIONS/EXPERIENCES:

- In addition to the company core competencies for a job at this level the successful applicant will be expected to have experience and an understanding of the complexity of traits in a modern N.A. retail and licensing commercial business
- It is expected that applicants have at least 7 years of N.A. Seed Industry experience and an advanced technical degree. Years of Seed Industry Experience to include any combination of R&D/plant breeder, Trait Introgression, Product Development/Product Characterization, Agronomy Services, Production Research, Foundation Seed, “Off-Season” Nursery, Seed Production
- It is expected that applicants have experience leading field R&D teams and people and understand the importance of developing the careers of direct reports
- Must understand cost and risk factors related to product launches and the balance of performance relative to these cost factors
- The recognition of the importance of compliance with transgenic traits and the importance of promoting a strong culture of employee health and safety

This position is located in Clinton, Wisconsin, USA.

Qualifications

- Doctorate degree in Plant Breeding, Crop Genetics, Agronomy or Crop Science and a minimum of 7 years of experience in leading a field R&D team including direct people leadership and budget experience
- Demonstrated people management/development and supervisory skills
- Advanced plant breeding skills, with multi-crop breeding experience being highly desired
- Experience with breeding strategy development and execution
- Broad technical knowledge of breeding systems
- Excellent understanding of research design, analysis and statistics
- Demonstrated behaviors of personal leadership, business acumen, process development/implementation, teamwork and strong communication skills are key expectations
- Excellent organizational and computer skills are required

Primary Location: North America-USA-Wisconsin-Clinton
Schedule: Full-time]]>Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Clinton-Breeding-Leader-for-North-Central-Region-Seeds-and-Traits-R&D-Job-WI-53525/2604360/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Clinton-Breeding-Leader-for-North-Central-Region-Seeds-and-Traits-R&D-Job-WI-53525/2604360/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $5.7 billion in 2011.

Under the general supervision of the site leader, the Field Station Operations Leader (FSOL) will be responsible for the implementation of the cotton and corn silage R&D programs in an efficient, effective, and safe manner. The FSOL will have administrative leadership responsibilities for the technicial staff including coaching to maximize performance, build a culture of safety, adhere to DAS policy compliance , and develop careers of direct reports . The FSOL will apply field breeding methodologies, provide field plot design expertise, interpersonal skills and effectiveness, agronomic experience, and field equipment expertise. The FSOL, in association with the assistance of the station office professional, will manage the daily business tasks required to maintain efficient business operations. All actions will be conducted in a fair and safe manner.

Typical responsibilities:

- Work with site project leaders to develop and manage an annual station budget that supports research goals and objectives. The FSOL will be the operational lead for station budget activities.
- Be the site technicial team leader and have administrative leadership responsibilities for the station technicial staff responsible for the implementation, conduct, and completion of projects.
- Responsible for coaching of technicial staff at the site to develop their careers and maximize performance, while building a culture of safety, with adherence to compliance of DAS policies and procedures.
- Ensure that DAS EH&S, DOT and station regulations and policies are enforced.
- Supervise and plan duties for full- and part-time contingent positions at the Corcoran, CA, site to implement the research plan of work in the most efficient and safe manner.
- Collaborate with other research stations within DAS to exchange ideas, plots, data and other items to maximize performance of the team.
- Conduct various research activities, including but not limited to: assist in coordinating breeding efforts among breeders and across stations; develop and manage agronomic procedures across all crops at the station; oversee sample processing, seed packaging, and planting plan organization; coordinate equipment maintenance; and interact with the breeders and field agronomist to coordinate staff for maintaining off-site test locations.
- Participate in sales and agronomy meetings and support as needed.
- Travel to outlying trial locations and other research stations and laboratories as needed.

This job offers a very broad exposure to a wide range of the business and research activities of the company and as such represents an excellent opportunity for candidates to develop new skills or to apply transferable skills in a new area of the company.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be considered as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel so classified.

This position is located in Corcoran, CA, USA.

Qualifications

- It is expected the applicant has the interpersonal effectiveness and personal leadership skills to successfully lead teams and people and understand the importance of developing the careers of direct reports.
- Bachelors or Masters degree in crop genetics, plant breeding, agronomy or a related field, or commensurate experience of 10+ years in crop breeding research and development
- Personal experience in managing cotton, corn or other crops.
- Solid understanding of agronomy, statistics, field equipment and customer needs.
- Previous experience with crop breeding program is desirable.
- Ability to lead, take initiative, and work effectively on teams.
- Must have motivation, enthusiasm, and aptitude for learning and continuous improvement of critical research activities
- Possess well developed computer skills (MicroSoft Word, Excel, Power Point).

Primary Location: North America-USA-California-Corcoran
Schedule: Full-time]]>Fri, 10 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Corcoran-Field-Station-Operation-Leader-Seeds-&-Traits-R&D-Job-CA-93212/2477861/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Corcoran-Field-Station-Operation-Leader-Seeds-&-Traits-R&D-Job-CA-93212/2477861/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences Canada is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta with 220 employees across Canada and is an affiliate of Dow AgroSciences LLC. Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $6.4 billion in 2012.

Dow AgroSciences is seeking a talented & dynamic individual to fill the position of Sales Representative in the Ottawa Valley area of Ontario, Canada.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
As a member of the Mycogen Seeds team, an incumbent is responsible for achieving annual objectives within the respective sales territory through implementation of an annual plan focused on a market share growth and increased loyalty of a channel network and customers.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Create demand for Mycogen Seeds brand products through activities directed at increased awareness of the brand and planned expansion of a customer base.
• Manage a channel network for growth and high level of willingness to recommend. Implement initiatives focused on expansion of a channel network, skill development, motivation, business planning, commitment execution and succession planning.
• Provide assistance to a channel and end users in prescribing the best suited solutions with clear focus on growers’ success with Mycogen Seeds brand. Effectively and proactively manage seed customer service calls and/or complaints. High retention rates and increased loyalty are brand’s objectives.
• Keep on top of market trends, competitive products, programs and pricing structures. Provide ongoing feedback to marketing and sales management.
• Communicate regularly with a channel and customers keeping them abreast of new products, product advancements, promotions, feedback from other customers, etc.
• Develop and implement an annual territory plan supporting key job responsibilities, reflecting territory needs, utilizing available resources and aligned with strategic initiatives.
• Support key business processes such as sales forecasting, product stewardship, seed substitutions, seed transfers, seed returns, performance inquiries, product knowledge, marketing programs reconciliation, expense and territory reporting,
• Implement an individual development plan with objectives of increasing product knowledge, sales skills and developing competencies as per current position’s requirements and future career opportunities.
• Work safely and abide by Companies Core Values and the company safe driving standards

Qualifications

Minimum - Bachelor of Science Degree in agriculture or business related field.

• 3–5 years of agricultural or sales related experience with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence targeted audience.
• Comfortable with risk; accepts individual responsibility and accountability
• Creative thinker, innovator and problem solver
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork
• Business and entrepreneurial skills and interests
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.

Primary Location: North America-Canada-Ontario-Virtual Office-Canada ON
Schedule: Full-time]]>Fri, 17 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Canada-ON-Mycogen-Territory-Sales-Representative-Eastern-Ontario%2C-Canada-Job-ON/2436358/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Canada-ON-Mycogen-Territory-Sales-Representative-Eastern-Ontario%2C-Canada-Job-ON/2436358/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $5.7 billion in 2011.

Dow AgroSciences, LLC is a top tier agricultural company providing innovative crop protection, pest and vegetation management, seed, and agricultural biotechnology solutions to serve the world’s growing population. We do this through a people-centric performance culture, through our commitments to sustainable development and environmental stewardship, and through collaborations with world-class institutions.

Dow AgroSciences seeks a Statistics and Mathematics group leader. This position is located in Indianapolis, IN, USA.

The successful candidate will interact with employees across Dow AgroSciences’ R&D functions.

Key job responsibilities:

- People management
- Interaction with key stakeholders
- Strategy setting
- Proactively driving project identification
- Software capability development

Topics of interest:

- Multi-omics data analyses
- Differential equations
- Spatial statistics
- Bayesian statistics
- Mixed models
- Simulation
- Optimization
- Design of biological experiments
- Analysis
- Interpretation
- Presentation of results are also expected
- Act as a guide for the ongoing research process.

The candidate will also be expected to identify and implement new quantitative methods that improve the integrity and efficiency of Dow AgroSciences product development cycle in biotechnology and agricultural chemistry. Demonstrated ability to write scientific papers is also desirable. Strong communication skills are essential along with an ability to collaborate effectively with both laboratory and field scientists.

Dow AgroSciences is an equal opportunity employer offering excellent career opportunities, as well as competitive compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

- Applicants should have a Ph.D. in statistics, mathematics, applied mathematics, or closely related field.
- Experience with biological applications.

Primary Location: North America-USA-Indiana-Indianapolis
Schedule: Full-time]]>Thu, 09 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Indianapolis-Statistics-and-Mathematics-Group-Leader-Information-Technology-and-Data-Analysis-R&-Job-IN-46201/2540287/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Indianapolis-Statistics-and-Mathematics-Group-Leader-Information-Technology-and-Data-Analysis-R&-Job-IN-46201/2540287/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $5.7 billion in 2011.

Under the general supervision of the East Region Lead, the Station Leader will provide overall leadership for scientists involved in crop breeding, trait introgression, product development and trait discovery research on the station. The successful candidate will coordinate with functional leaders of station programs as well as with the Field Station Operations Leader and Region Lead, to develop and administer plans to assure proper staffing, budgeting, and that facilities are resourced to accomplish all station research programs in a safe environment. In addition to the administrative role, the successful candidate will lead the corn breeding effort at the station, developing new inbreds and hybrids that contribute to the commercial success of the company. She/he must support overall breeding strategy by selecting and managing test locations that are used by self and other DAS stations to identify superior performing products and to help position the products for sales.

The candidate will understand and assure compliance with all DAS, State and Federal regulations.

Responsibilities:

- Hire, develop and mentor employees to promote personal and professional growth, to support career progression, retention and safety.
- Provide leadership, coaching and feedback to station personnel and part-time employees.
- Select germplasm, develop and implement a creative and efficient breeding plan with the purpose of selecting superior commercial products in assigned maturity.
- The breeding plan must take into account both performance of the new hybrids and new parent lines to positively influence cost of goods
- Understand and leverage the diversity of germplasm available from the Global breeding network as well as molecular tools in the development of the breeding plan.
- Ensure research programs are in full compliance with all DAS, State and Federal requirements governing regulated transgenic field testing activities.
- Partner with external units, team and other process owners to prioritize projects based on business goals and develop synergies between projects
- Effectively plan and allocate resources across operational lanes.
- Actively participate in global multi-disciplinary teams comprised of lab, field, parent seed, and management personnel to support station activities.
- Contribute leadership skills, ideas and support for North American breeding initiatives including those relating to Human Resources, Employee Health &Safety (EH&S), Trait Stewardship & Compliance and cross-functional teams.
- Travel to outlying locations and research stations and laboratories as needed.
- Ensure that DAS EH&S, DOT and station regulations and policies are established and enforced.
- Budgeting, cost center management, capital and asset management.

This position is located in Sidney, IL, USA.

Qualifications

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M.S. or PhD degree in Plant Breeding with at least 5 years of commercial breeding experience.

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Solid understanding of genetics and/or molecular biology, agronomy, statistics, transgenic crop development, emerging technologies and customers’ needs.

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Previous experience and performance with a crop breeding program.

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Demonstrated personal leadership, interpersonal, analytical, planning and organizational skills.

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Ability to take initiative and work effectively on teams.

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Must have enthusiasm and aptitude for learning and continuous improvement of critical research activities.

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Extremely well developed computer and communication skills.

Primary Location: North America-USA-Illinois-Homer
Schedule: Full-time]]>Wed, 08 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Homer-Station-Leader-and-Corn-Breeder-Seeds-&-Traits-R&D-Job-IL-61849/2422221/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Homer-Station-Leader-and-Corn-Breeder-Seeds-&-Traits-R&D-Job-IL-61849/2422221/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $6.4 billion in 2012.

Under the guidance and supervision of the site leader, the Field Station Operations Leader will manage the day to day operational activities at the research site to safely and efficiently conduct the required seed research testing and data collection for each season. The Field Station Operations Leader will have administrative leadership responsibilities over the technical staff, including, but are limited to, coaching of the technical staff to maximize performance, building a strong safety culture, adhering to DAS safety and compliance policies, and development of employee careers. In addition, the Field Station Operations Leader will apply field breeding methodologies; provide field plot design expertise, breeding knowledge, interpersonal skills, agronomic expertise, and field equipment experience to all applicable activities. All actions will be conducted in a fair and safe manner.

Responsibilities:

- Work with site leader and plant breeders to develop and manage an annual station budget that supports research goals and objectives. Will be the implementation lead for all station budget activities.
- Assume the role of site team leader. Responsible for coaching of staff at the station to maximize performance, build a culture of safety, adhere to DAS compliance policies, and develop their careers.
- Ensure that DAS EH&S, DOT and station regulations and policies are enforced.
- Supervise and plan out duties for full time and part-time positions at the Davenport, IA site to implement the breeding and testing plan of work in the most efficient and safe manner and to ensure all equipment is safe and ready for seasonal operations.
- Collaborate with other research stations within DAS to exchange ideas, plots, data and other items to help maximize performance for DAS and for the Davenport research team.
- Conduct various field research activities, including but not limited to: daily task planning for the Davenport site; yearly goal planning for direct reports; coordinate a safe and successful planting, pollinating, topcross production, and research harvest season; assist in the coordination of breeding efforts in summer and winter nurseries, manage disease screening nurseries, marker assisted breeding nurseries, supervise the establishment of working relationships with grower cooperators.
- Travel to outlying stations, yield trial sites, and winter nursery facilities as needed.
- Positive attitude and exhibited team and people leadership skills
- Knowledge and understanding of business goals, internal database and data analysis tools, and a good agronomy/research trial background and/or understanding.
- Have the ability and willingness to document research findings and data in a professional format on a yearly basis.

This position is located in Davenport, IA, USA.

Qualifications

- It is expected that applicant has the interpersonal effectiveness and personal leadership skills to successfully lead teams and people and understand the importance of developing the careers of direct reports.
- Bachelors with 4+ years experience, Masters degree in Crop Genetics, agronomy or a related field.
- Solid understanding of agronomy, statistics, field equipment and customer’s needs.
- Previous experience with crop breeding program is desirable.
- Previous experience with marker breeding applications and multiple crop species is desirable.
- Ability to take initiative and work effectively on teams.
- Must have enthusiasm and aptitude for learning and continuous improvement of critical research activities and have well developed computer skills.

Primary Location: North America-USA-Iowa-Davenport
Schedule: Full-time]]>Thu, 09 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Davenport-Field-Station-Operation-Leader-Seeds-&-Traits-R&D-Job-IA-52801/2540288/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Davenport-Field-Station-Operation-Leader-Seeds-&-Traits-R&D-Job-IA-52801/2540288/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow Seeds ist die Saatgut-Marke von Dow AgroSciences, der Agrar-Tochter von THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY. Unter der Marke Dow Seeds entwickeln wir in den Kulturen Mais, Raps und Sonnenblumen Hochleistungssorten für den europäischen Markt sowie neue und innovative Produkte wie z.B. gesunde Pflanzenöle.

Wir bieten Studenten (m/w) aus dem Bereich Agrarwissenschaften die Möglichkeit auf eine Abschlussarbeit zum Thema:

"Quantifizierung der Saatkornverluste bei einem Bourgoin GR10 Harvester"

Saatmais wird als Kolben geerntet und direkt auf der Maschine entlischt. Während der Kolbenaufnahme sowie des entlischens kann es zu erhebliche Kornverlusten kommen. Neben der Verlustquantifizierung soll eine Bonitur und Ertragsschätzung durchgeführt werden.

Zeitraum:

August – November 2013

Qualifications

Ihr Profil:

- Student/in mit abgeschlossenem Grundstudium in Agrarwissenschaften oder verwandter Studiengang (UNI/FH)
- Selbständige und zielorientierte Arbeitsweise
- Keine Scheu vor ungünstigen Witterungsbedingungen
- Gute MS Office Kenntnisse
- Selbständige und gewissenhafte Arbeitsweise
- Teamfähigkeit und Einsatzbereitschaft

Neben anspruchsvollen und abwechslungsreichen Aufgaben, bieten wir ein angenehmes Arbeitsumfeld sowie eine angemessene Vergütung.

Die offene unkomplizierte Art wie wir miteinander umgehen sowie unser Teamgeist werden Ihnen gefallen.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Bitte bewerben sich online unter www.dow.com/careers oder senden Sie ihre kompletten Bewerbungsunterlagen per Mail an: Regina Weiß (rweiss@dow.com), Stellennummer 1300224

Primary Location: Europe-Germany-Baden-Wuerttemb-Rastatt
Schedule: Full-time]]>Thu, 16 May 2013 02:59:00 GMThttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Rastatt-Abschlussarbeit-Quantifizierung-der-Saatkornverluste-bei-einem-Bourgoin-GR10-Harvest-Job/2387862/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSShttp://careers.dowagro.com/job/Rastatt-Abschlussarbeit-Quantifizierung-der-Saatkornverluste-bei-einem-Bourgoin-GR10-Harvest-Job/2387862/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W%5FRSS
Description

Dow AgroSciences is one of the global leading companies that combine the power of science and technology with the “Human Element” to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. Dow AgroSciences provides innovative technologies for plant protection, pest and vegetation management, seeds, traits, and agricultural biotechnology to serve the world’s growing population. Dow AgroSciences has operations in more than 50 countries around the world. To know more about Dow AgroSciences visit www.dowagro.com.

We are offering great business career opportunities in a global and international environment. We are looking for an ambitious candidate who is interested to join as:

Marketing Manager (m/f)

to be located in Budapest, Hungary

Key Responsibilities:

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Active contribution to prepare and monitor the performance of the commercial offer with the direct accounts

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Create the sales and expense forecasts, inputs and budgets for existing and new products / projects

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Manage existing products – volume forecasting, pricing

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Serve as backup to the country manager in sales activities with customers

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Identify the optimum distribution strategy, lead the business activities with 3-rd parties

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Conduct price/volume/profit analyses in the country for existing and new products, development projects and develop the optimum pricing strategies, implement them

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Prepare the interim and final marketing plans for existing and new products

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Lead Country Crop Team (Tiger Team) that focuses on generating ideas for new product developments and adapting global concepts to the local environment by creating maximum value

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Provide detailed market and competitor analysis based on market information to the sales team and identify growth opportunities

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Identify the inputs on promotional needs and implement the communication program after agreement gained from the commercial team.

Qualifications

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University degree in Agronomy, Marketing or other related discipline

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At least 4-5 years of marketing and sales experience in crop protection/crop production

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Good knowledge of local crop protection marketGood command of English, very good/native Hungarian

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Excellent communication skills

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Creativity

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Analytical and problem-solving abilities

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Result oriented

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Team spirit to interface with the rest of the team

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Clean driving license B category

Primary Location: Europe-Hungary-Budapest-Budapest
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