Midwest Regional Sales Leader - Crop Protection

Sumitomo Chemical Group Companies of America; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Valent U.S.A. LLC is seeking a Regional Manager for the Midwest to lead the sales team, develop relationships with distributor and retail accounts, and drive on-the-ground sales performance. You will implement strategic plans, coordinate with Marketing and the VP of Sales, and ensure customer satisfaction across key accounts.

The role emphasizes leadership, account management, and data-driven growth within a field-based environment, with travel and regional accountability across the Midwest.

Qualifications

• Typically, a BA, MBA, or equivalent, with 10–12 years of related experience and 8–10 years of progressive management experience.
• Building and maintaining relationships.
• Integrity, leadership.
• Problem solving, analyzing customers.
• Oral, written, and group communication skills.
• Coaching and counseling.
• Central Business Systems and Microsoft Office Systems proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead a regional sales team and develop staff through coaching and training.
• Build and maintain relationships with designated Distributor and Retail Accounts.
• Develop regional sales plans and account strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Monitor key metrics and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate with Marketing, Sales, and VP of Sales on programs and initiatives.
• Forecast regional needs and manage expenses to meet financial objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Communication

Coaching

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or MBA or equivalent

Tools

CRM (Salesforce)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Valent U.S.A. LLC is seeking a Regional Manager for the Midwest to lead the sales team, develop relationships with distributor and retail accounts, and drive on-the-ground sales performance. You will implement strategic plans, coordinate with Marketing and the VP of Sales, and ensure customer satisfaction across key accounts.

The role emphasizes leadership, account management, and data-driven growth within a field-based environment, with travel and regional accountability across the Midwest.