PpbGrowth Planner (m/f/d) /b /p pBayer Crop Science is a leading agricultural company specializing in innovative crop protection products, seeds, and digital solutions to help farmers sustainably increase productivity. /p pThe Growth Planner is responsible for steering demand generation and sales activities by coordinating the Customer Facing Squad to maximize portfolio value and execute the commercial strategy across the territory. /p pThe position ensures strong customer centricity, promoting integrated solutions, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration to drive performance and sustainable growth. /p h3YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: /h3 ul liSecure the achievement of annual targets for assigned direct customers, including net sales, gross profit, Day Sales Outstanding (DSO), forecast accuracy, and OPEX /li liMaintain account plans fully aligned with Customer Facing Squad (CFS) Plans and the Unit Commercial Operational Plan, translating national budgets into CFS targets /li liEnsure effective implementation of marketing initiatives for relevant customer groups and crops, enabling successful cross-functional execution within the Customer Facing Squad and Unit Squad /li liGuarantee forecast accuracy to optimize inventory usage and support proper production planning in close collaboration with the Unit Support Squad /li liImplement recovery plans for unexpected product shortages or quality issues /li liMaintain detailed and accurate Customer Facing Squad information in the CRM system, including trials and demand creation activities /li liDrive efficient and extensive demand creation at the grower and indirect customer level to secure net sales /li liPromote DSO values and maintain a compliant, healthy, and safe culture /li liSecure achievement of annual targets for the Customer Facing Squad territory, covering net sales, OPEX, gross margin, DSO, market share, and forecast accuracy /li liSupport Customer Facing Squad members with coaching and training, enabling talent and knowledge flow /li liMaintain close and frequent contact with commission agents, monitoring and ensuring their contribution to Squad goals /li liFoster shared ownership and responsibility across the Customer Facing Squad to optimize sales performance and adapt to market dynamics /li liChampion DSO principles, promoting collaboration, adaptability, operational excellence, and customer-centric outcomes within the Squad /li /ul h3WHO YOU ARE: /h3 ul liMaster’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Biology or Economics or related field /li liAt least 5 years of commercial experience /li liLeadership and influencing skills with the ability to drive results in complex, cross-functional environments /li liStrategic mindset with deep knowledge of the Crop Protection and Seeds industry, customer needs, and competitor products /li liCustomer-centric approach with proven ability to anticipate needs, negotiate with key accounts, and build long-term relationships /li liStrong planning, execution, and demand creation skills, delivering results in multi-functional teams /li liExcellent communication, initiative, and results orientation, fostering collaboration and operational excellence /li liResidence or domicile in Piemonte or the provinces of Pavia /li liGood knowledge of English and Italian mother tongue /li /ul pLocation: Piemonte, provinces of Pavia /p pType of contract: Permanent /p pApplication Period: - /p pReference Code: /p pDivision: Crop Science /p pLocation: Italy : Lombardia : Milan /p pFunctional Area: Commercial Sales /p pPosition Grade: VS 1.3 - A1 /p pEmployment Type: Regular /p pWork Time: Full-time /p pContact Us /p pAddress: Viale Certosa 130, 20156 Milano /p pE-Mail: /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr