Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture
At 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and lead entrusted zone according to general objectives of the company and represent Corteva in commercial and technical relations within the assigned geography Drive, co-develop and execute on the route to market strategy to support growth initiatives Balance and optimize resource (financial and workforce) utilization to support business and productivity targets Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in mining market and competitive intelligence and trends and propose short- , mid- and long-term inputs to commercial strategy Drive and lead inputs to key signature processes specifically IBP, E2E sales campaign planning process incl. local zone and district reviews
- Develop and execute related processes / framework (e.g. 9 Box, SIC, CTN) and enablement plans to support capability development of the zone commercial organization and external relationships effectively
- Proactively develop and implement local and enterprise-wide initiatives and improvements supporting growth ambitions, pricing and working capital improvements (e.g A/R, GTN, SIC, inventory) and commercial effectiveness concerns (e.g. digital enablement and transparency, productivity)
- Enforce and enable operating disciplines connected with IBP, customer service (e.g. commercial policies, commercial agreements, etc.) in compliance with local and organizational policies
Competencies
Core to the role
- Balanced outlook – customer orientation vs internal stakeholder expectation, external vs internal, short-term vs long-term
- Strong commercial and financial acumen
- Drives results orientation & accountability
- Curious and challenges status quo
- Able to bring team together to drive common objectives
- Able to collaborate with multiple functions
- Demonstrated ability to deliver results and meet tight schedule deadlines
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Develop team and healthy succession pipeline
- Able to make tough decisions equitable to Corteva and external stakeholders
Functional (technical)
- Strong customer orientation and knowledge of local agriculture market
- Strong knowledge of core sales operating processes
- Clear understanding of the levers of driving customer satisfaction and overall commercial effectiveness – channel and farmer
- Demonstrated capability in leading and managing both fixed and variable field force – resource planning, evaluation, remediation
- Knowledgeable in product/solutions offerings (techno-commercial)
- Strong networking and communication skills
- Flexible and willing to relocate as needed
- Frequent Travel
Minumum Qualification
Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Agriculture, or a related field
Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Sales or Commercial Leadership Roles, preferably in agriculture or related industry
Skills
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth
- Ability to analyze market trends and develop strategic plans
- Proficiency in using sales and CRM software
Other Requirements
- Willingness to travel within the designated zone
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability
Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. 
