Sales Specialist – Key Account Manager (NW Iowa, NE, ND, SD)

About the role

BASF Agricultural Solutions is seeking a Sales Specialist – Key Account Manager to lead the Thurston Genetics corn hybrid portfolio across the Northwest Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota territory. The role focuses on building strong customer relationships, driving profitable growth, and supporting additional accounts in Wisconsin and Canada.

Key responsibilities

• Manage 35‑40 seed company accounts in the primary territory and support 10‑15 additional accounts.
• Develop and communicate product information, forecast sales and seedstock needs, and manage inventory shortages.
• Build strategic business plans, conduct field trials, and participate in product testing events across North America.
• Travel up to 35% of the time, including overnight trips, to meet customers and learn territory needs.

Required profile

• B.S. degree in Crop Genetics, Agronomy or related field (highly desirable) and at least 10 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience building and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Proven background in corn product management or hybrid evaluation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work independently.

Required skills

• Experience with plot data analysis software.
• Knowledge of hybrid advancement and sales presentation tools.
• Strong computer skills, including relational databases and multiple presentation methods.
• Technical understanding of corn germplasm and seedstock supply planning.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements where possible.
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match.
• Comprehensive well‑being programs, including mental health support.
• Family‑forming benefits such as fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
• Backup child and elder care discounts, mentoring, career development, and employee discounts.