Key Account Manager
Lawrence, KS - USA
Job Summary
We are looking for:
- AKey Account Manager North America Agriculture Specialties (Performance & Care)to joinSyensqoscommercial team and help grow our agriculture specialties portfolio across the this role you will sit at the intersection ofcustomer intimacy technical problem-solving and value-based selling partnering closely with Technical Service R&D Marketing Supply Chain and Product Management to bring differentiated solutions to market.
- Someone who enjoys being in the field with customers understanding their challenges (formulation performance regulatory constraints sustainability targets and supply reliability) and translating those needs into winning account strategies and long-term partnerships.
We count on you to:
- Own and execute thekey account strategyfor a defined set of strategic customers/distributors in North America delivering profitable growth (revenue margin mix) in line with businessobjectives.
- Build strong multi-level relationships (procurement technical marketing operations) and develop a trusted-advisor position grounded intechnical credibilityand business acumen.
- Lead the full commercial cycle: opportunity identification technical positioning pricing strategy negotiation contracting support forecasting and post-launch follow-up.
- Drivenew business developmentbyidentifyingwhitespace opportunities (new applications new crops novel formulations sustainability claims) and coordinating internal resources to convert them into qualified projects.
- Translate customer needs into internal action: collaborate with Technical Service/R&D on trials product recommendations troubleshooting and value propositions; ensure clear documentation of learnings and next steps.
- Monitor market dynamics (competition raw material trends customer pipeline regulatory and sustainability shifts) andprovideactionable insights to guide portfolio and pricing decisions.
- Ensure disciplined execution using CRM tools and sound forecasting practices; support S&OP by providingtimelyaccuratedemand signals.
- Promote a strong safety and compliance mindset in all interactions including adherence to relevant commercial antitrust trade compliance and product stewardship requirements.
You can count on us for:
- A role with visible impact by helping customers improve performance and sustainability in agriculture through science-based solutions within Syensqos Performance & Care platform.
- A collaborative international environment where commercial and technical teams work closely and where your ideas can shape account strategy and go-to-market execution.
- Opportunities to deepenexpertisein specialty ingredients formulation science and application-driven selling supported by strong internal technical capabilities.
- Ongoing development through coaching training and exposure to cross-functional projects (innovation portfolio supply chain sustainability).
- A culture grounded inSyensqospurpose:We are scientific explorers pursuing breakthroughs that advance humanity.
You will bring:
- Bachelors degreerequiredin Chemistry Agronomyor a relatedfield with 10 years experience in theAgricultureindustry.
Location: NorthAmerica-USA(flexible; remote/hybrid
Travel: expected4060%(customer visits field trials industry events).
- This description is intended to describe the general nature of the role; responsibilities may evolve based on business needs. Please ensure all activities align with Syensqo policies and applicable laws/regulations.
You will get:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $127680 - $159600 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
- 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave according to local regulations
- Training platform for all employees
- Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
About us
- Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live work travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911 we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers with a diverse global team of more than 13000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer cleaner and more sustainable products found in homes food and consumer goods planes cars batteries smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
- At Syensqo we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us regardless of background age gender national origin ethnicity religion sexual orientation ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description we still encourage you to apply.
- Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics.
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About Company
Syensqo offers a portfolio of specialty polymers and high performance polymers for demanding markets like automotive, healthcare, mobile electronics.