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Company Introduction
Hazera is a global leader in the vegetable seed industry, bringing expertise, commitment, and support, combined with decades of experience and state-of-the-art technology. Hazera breeds, develops, produces, and markets varieties and seeds in a wide range of vegetable crops worldwide. With headquarters in Israel and The Netherlands, subsidiaries in twelve countries, and an extensive distribution network, Hazera provides services in over a hundred additional markets globally.
The purpose of this position is to lead and integrate all Sales and Product Development activities for Hazera in the South-Central region of California. You are responsible for driving the commercial success of Hazera’s vegetable seed portfolio by managing both pre-commercial and commercial trials, developing and executing sales strategies and building strong customer relationships. The position bridges technical product development with market-driven sales initiatives to maximize market presence, customer satisfaction, and business growth across the assigned territory. You will be a member of the commercial division, reporting directly to the West Coast Sales Manager and functionally, in a dotted-line structure, to the National Product Development Manager.
Job description
Note: We offer this role at both entry and senior levels. The position requires spending up to 80% of the time in the field, performing hands on work on outdoor trials.
- Co-create, support, and execute the Product Development Manager’s strategic plan for your area.
- Strengthen grower networks and conduct targeted outreach to expand Hazera’s market presence.
- Analyze market trends and identify variety advancements to drive innovation and ensure successful product launches.
- Take full responsibility for all pre-, and -commercial trials: planning, grower identification, contracting, sowing, transplanting, and evaluation.
- Collect and process trial evaluation data, providing weekly updates and monthly reports.
- Coordinate product development activities with internal stakeholders and external partners.
- Support claims and complaints management.
- Assist R&D activities as needed.
- Co-create, support, and execute the Sales Managers’ marketing plan for your area.
- Actively promote Hazera products and generate grower demand.
- Participate in key account meetings with dealers, preparing forecasts and strategies.
- Maintain strong relationships with key growers and dealer reps; ensure CRM data is up to date.
- Support and participate in variety launch plans and promotional activities (trade shows, field days, etc).
- Organize and host international visitors, including trial visits and facility tours.
- Collaborate on market intelligence, annual market value updates, and grower mapping.
- Deliver clear, concise messaging and actively promote your crop at field events and via digital platforms.
What we expect of you
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the vegetable seed business and agronomy; internships, part‑time roles, or other practical student work may be considered as qualifying experience for entry‑level candidates.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment. We do not sponsor employment visas for this position.
- Bachelor’s degree in agricultural science or related field.
- Proven knowledge of field trials operations.
- Expertise in MS Office; strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Commercial aptitude, proactiveness, and autonomy in agenda/travel planning.
- Willingness to travel and work under variable environmental conditions.
- Flexible working hours during growing seasons.
- Professional English (spoken and written).
- Valid driver’s license.
- Competitive salary
Our total compensation and pay ranges reflect our market pay structures. As such, individual salaries or hourly rates are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: local geographical market conditions, internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as job related skills, education, and experience.
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