Corteva
Portfolio Marketing Leader - Complementary Crops, Pioneer
ExperiencedOn-siteFull-time
Location
Des Moines, IA
Salary
Not listed
Experience
10+ years
Posted
Today
Job Description
Portfolio Marketing Leader - Complementary Crops, Pioneer
Location: Des Moines, Iowa, United States
We are currently seeking a Portfolio Marketing Lead for Complimentary Crops. The Complimentary Crops Marketing Lead will be responsible for the execution of marketing plans for complimentary crops which include winter canola, wheat, sorghum and sunflowers.
Key Responsibilities
1. Portfolio Strategy and Business Ownership (Multi-Year)
Own end-to-end portfolio responsibility for assigned crops, including winter canola, wheat, sorghum and sunflowers
Set multi-year (3–5 year) portfolio strategy, aligned to North America commercial priorities
Own portfolio performance across the planning horizon, including revenue, market share, profitability and long-term growth
Define portfolio direction, including segmentation, positioning, pipeline priorities and investment focus
Drive portfolio prioritization and resource allocation decisions in partnership with Product and R&D teams
Represent the portfolio and commercial perspectives in North America and Global planning and governance forums
2. Go-To-Market Strategy and Execution
Translate multi-year portfolio strategy into clear, actionable annual marketing plans and commercial priorities
Ensure alignment across positioning, pricing, demand planning and launch readiness
Partner with Sales and Key Accounts to drive disciplined and consistent market execution
Oversee portfolio performance in-market, adjusting strategy and tactics based on results and market dynamics
3. Portfolio Architecture and Innovation (The Future)
Lead identification of portfolio gaps, competitive threats and innovation opportunities across all assigned crops
Partner with R&D and Global teams to shape pipeline direction, breeding priorities and technology advancement
Ensure strong linkage between market insights and long-range product development decisions
Champion development of business cases for new products and technologies, aligned to multi-year growth strategy
4. Financial Performance and Planning Integration
Own multi-year business performance outlook and ensure alignment with annual financial plans
Lead integration of long-range strategy into annual operating plans, forecasts and planning processes
Ensure delivery of annual targets while maintaining focus on long-term portfolio health and competitiveness
Provide input into demand forecasting across short, mid and long-term horizons
5. Cross-Functional Leadership and Alignment
Serve as the central leader aligning Marketing, Sales, Agronomy, Product, R&D and Finance around portfolio priorities
Partner with Commercial leadership to ensure strong linkage between strategy and execution
Represent the portfolio in strategic external relationships and partnerships
Drive alignment across North America portfolio and marketing teams
Act as the voice of the customer, ensuring market insights are embedded in strategy and decision-making
Serve as member of NA Pioneer Marketing Leadership Team
What You'll Need:
Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business, agriculture or related field
Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience required
Agriculture and retail seed industry background preferred.
Excellent communication and influence skills
Proven knowledge of seed business processes and key systems.
Strong business acumen with proven project management skills.
Very strong oral and written communication, planning and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated facilitation and coordination skills.
Must be able to work with people at all levels, including outside consultants and vendors, while influencing without formal authority.
Must be able to build and maintain strong relationships
Johnston, IA based role
Willingness to travel up to 50% of time
Work from Johnston Global Business Center at least 3 days a week (Tuesday-Thursday) required
Benefits – How We’ll Support You:
Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.