Hybrid Licensing Strategic Account Manager – Midwest

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About the role

  • Ag Licensing Strategic Account Manager responsible for cultivating relationships within agricultural sector. Leading strategies aligned with BASF’s business objectives across Midwest states: MO, IA, SD, NE, MN.

Responsibilities

  • Defining and implementing a comprehensive account strategy that aligns with the overall business objectives of BASF
  • Developing deep relationships with C-level executive leadership and key stakeholders within Licensee accounts, understanding their business goals and challenges
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams including marketing, product management team, and customer support to deliver tailored solutions for Licensee seed brands
  • Analyze market trends and client feedback to continuously refine account strategies and enhance service delivery to strategic accounts
  • Forecasting planning / Business planning with licensees to align with KPI’s and measured scorecard by strategic account, preparing reports and forecasts highlighting account metrics, revenue, and long term account plans
  • Presenting within executive leadership board room to align on strategic plans and/or training the trainer for licensee customer facing events

Requirements

  • Possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
  • A Master's degree is preferred
  • Have 10+ years of Sales / Account Management / Marketing experience in Agricultural or Seed related fields
  • Demonstrate expertise in Portfolio Management and overall Agriculture Commercial operations
  • Have a proven track record of successfully managing and expanding strategic accounts
  • Possess strong leadership skills with experience in building and leading Strategic accounts
  • Exhibit exceptional negotiation and closing skills with a focus on creating value for clients
  • Are experienced working with senior leadership, integrating BASF innovations within strategic accounts
  • Have a strong understanding of market dynamics and a network of relationships within the industry
  • Possess seed Licensee business acumen - understanding of Commercial, Agronomy, Logistics and Distribution
  • Soybean Licensing experience preferred
  • Are proficienct in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) for account tracking and reporting, as well as having working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Display outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels
  • Demonstrate a strong customer-centric mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service
  • Are results-oriented with a deep sense of accountability and ownership
  • Have a creative thinking and problem-solving aptitude
  • Are able to travel extensively (up to 60% of time) with strategic accounts

Benefits

  • 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!

Job title

Licensing Strategic Account Manager – Midwest

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$140,000 - $192,500 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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