Territory Manager, Pioneer, Western NY

Vylor Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Vylor Inc. in Western New York invites a seasoned Pioneer Territory Manager to lead sales for the Pioneer brand and drive growth across assigned customers.

You will recruit, coach, and manage a high-performing sales team while maintaining strong relationships with growers and agents. The role requires 3–5 years of ag sales experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Business, or Marketing, and a willingness to travel in a rural setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Agronomy, Business, or Marketing; other related degrees with field sales experience considered.
• 3–5 years of sales experience, managing and coaching individuals.
• Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.
• Ability to pass a driving record background check.
• VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
• International relocation is not offered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach Pioneer Agents to deliver on-farm sales calls and grow market share.
• Build and execute a five-year growth plan and tactical steps for the territory.
• Recruit, select, and retain a high-quality sales team delivering a differentiated customer experience.
• Set and manage sales targets, discounts, and growth plans with agents for assigned customers.
• Maintain agronomic and product knowledge of Pioneer offerings and troubleshoot customer concerns.

Skills

Sales leadership

Coaching

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Business, or Marketing

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of AgricultureAt Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer, Brevant, and Hoegemeyer, delivering performance farmers rely on.Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.Join Vylor—Powering the Future of AgricultureAt Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer, Brevant, and Hoegemeyer, delivering performance farmers rely on.Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.Come join our team as the Western New York Pioneer Territory Manager!Come join our team with this exciting opportunity for a Pioneer Territory Manager serving the Western New York area. If hired, you may be required to travel as necessary to support business activities. Candidate should reside within the territory. If you have a passion for providing solutions to growers and developing and leading a high-performing team, this is a great opportunity for you!Responsibilities – What You Will Do:Sales LeadershipBuild and execute on a five-year growth plan and supporting tactics for your territory.Recruit, select, and retain a high-quality, professional sales team to deliver a differentiated customer experience and sustained market share growth.Coach effective relationship-building, sales tactics, and negotiations through on-farm sales calls with Pioneer Agents for both existing customers and prospects.Model the way in demonstrating integrity, determination, adaptability, passion, and collaboration.Work collaboratively and communicate consistently will all peers, supporting functions, leaders, and external partners.Serve as a role model, teacher, and coach to Pioneer Agents to develop skills and knowledge required to provide an exceptional customer experience and deliver results.Advocate for break through ideas and solutions up and down the chain of command.Set and manage sales targets, discounts, and growth plans with each Pioneer Agent for assigned customers and prospects.Anticipate market opportunities and threats, and position your sales team to react, adapt and overcome.Manage, strategically, the assignment of customers and prospects to Pioneer Agents to enable sustainable business growth.Maintain a thorough agronomic and technical knowledge of Pioneer products and services.Troubleshoot customer concerns and work to identify and deliver mutually beneficial solutions.Requirements – What You Will Bring:Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent, in Agronomy, Business, or Marketing required. Will consider other degrees with related field sales experience.At least 3-5 years of sales experience, managing and coaching individuals. Ag sales experience is strongly preferred.Must be able to sell, negotiate, influence, resolve conflict, and coach.Agronomy and crop production practices are preferred.Willingness to travel and work in a rural environment.Ability to pass a driving record background check.VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.International relocation is not offered for this position.#LI-CK1Benefits – How We’ll Support You:Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skillsBe part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better placeHealth benefits for you and your family on your first day of employmentFour weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidaysExcellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and fatherFuture planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement programLearn more about our total rewards package here - Vylor BenefitsCheck out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.The salary range for this position is $90,100.00 to $144,000.00.This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.