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Market Application Specialist
Croda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.
We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Market Application Specialist to join our team.
You will be responsible for the activities in the R&D Agriculture program and provide technical support to customers.
What You'll Be Doing:
Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
Responsible for maintaining quality standards in the department.
• Provide high level technical support to agriculture customers in a defined application area, involving customer visiting and carrying out experimental programs.
• Assume position of key technical lead and specified customers. Build relationships with key technical decision makers and influencers to persuade customers to include Croda products in their approval programs.
• Be recognized as an authority in a defined market/product area. Promote Croda's image through presentations at trade exhibitions and conferences.
• Provide product support and guidance to customers according to the regional and global development plans. Develop solutions to the customer problems which are sometimes complex and not always with a complete data set.
• Provide training to the sales team, agents, and customers.
• Coach and develop staff through effective use of performance management techniques.
• Allocate short- and medium-term projects (from a few days to more than one year) to self and other members of the team.
• Plan, run, and monitor progress on all projects to deliver results on time.
• Have a creative and viable approach to support new product launches and existing product ranges, including development of new test methodologies, and creation of novel finished formulations for promotional means.
• Identify opportunities for new projects.
• Enhanced knowledge of market areas and relevant scientific techniques and communication with the business as appropriate.
Who We're Looking For:
At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
• Aptitude in customer-facing role.
• Experience in crop protection in agriculture markets.
• Application and product knowledge related to the agriculture market served.
• Effective team player and relationship builder.
• Background in laboratory experimental work, preferably in related areas.
• People and project management skills.
• Creative and tenacious, with good planning and problem-solving skills.
Education and Certifications:
• Degree in relevant discipline such as chemistry, marketing, or other related scientific discipline.
What We Offer:
Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.
• Generous PTO
• 401K Match
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid Holidays
• And more!
Don't meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply! At Croda, we believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team.
Additional Information:
This job is based in our New Castle, Delaware location.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email jobs@croda.com.
Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
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