Now hiring! Account Manager - Vegetable Seeds

Washington state - remote

We are looking for a Sr. Account Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team for our BASF | Nunhems 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 Account Manager develops the market position and market share as well as builds up a long-term relationship with international or national customer in line with the Marketing & Sales strategy and within BASF Vegetable Seeds in-order-to realise profitability and partnership.

As a Account Manager - Vegetable Seeds, you create chemistry by...

• Planning, reviewing, adapting, and executing the annual sales plan for the market
• Representing the company and introducing relevant products and concepts to customers to build long-term partnerships and generate short-term sales
• Participating directly in international and cross-border projects with customers
• Providing market, price, and product information to inform the crop team’s marketing and sales plans
• Managing collections in line with financial policy and payment terms to ensure sufficient cash flow
• Contributing to the trial program and proposing product assortments tailored to local needs or specific customers 

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree and have 2–5 years of sales experience.
• Possess strong agronomic skills and broad knowledge of the vegetable seeds business.
• Demonstrate advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Bring an entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to influence decisions across diverse stakeholders and functions. 
• Are able to travel up to 30%, domestically and potential for limited international travel. 

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 $75,200 - $103,400. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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