Strategic Seed Market Manager - Toowoomba

Strategic Product Portfolio Manager - Leading Seed Business

Join a leading seed business with a strong product range and focus on providing quality seed to farmers across Australia.

About the Company

This business specialises in research and development, marketing, extension and distribution of proprietary pasture and forage seeds, cropping, turf and seed enhancement technology. They maintain a strong research and development focus with significant programs being conducted across various sites in Australia.

The Role

Reporting to the Strategic Marketing and Innovation Manager and working across all functions of the business, you will be responsible for leading the business' market-driven strategy and aligning the portfolio with customer needs. Your day-to-day activities will include:

• Develop, revise and execute long-term market strategies based on a deep understanding of current and emerging market needs

• Proactively manage product portfolio with the objective of meeting market needs whilst maximising financial return to the business

• Work with key internal stakeholders to identify tools required for successful marketing campaigns (training, technical guides, sales tools, trial data, etc.)

• Lead respective crop teams to support the development of market strategies and drive advocacy across the business

• Manage key commercial relationships with third parties relevant to the portfolio

• Lead negotiation of licensing agreements within portfolio, serving as primary point of contact for external parties

• As a key member of the IBP Team, provide leadership and directional oversight of portfolio aspirations and support alignment to sales forecast and supply plan

• Coach and mentor domestic and international sales teams on key business drivers that impact supply, maximising revenue and profitability potential

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have tertiary agricultural science or marketing qualifications with previous experience in managing rural products and portfolios. Demonstrated experience working with seed products is highly desirable.

What We Offer

You will be rewarded with an attractive salary commensurate with your experience and skill set, annual incentive program, 10.5% superannuation, and outstanding professional development opportunities.

Location: Toowoomba, QLD

Work Type: Full Time