Job Description

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. (Agric) with Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Science
• Masters degree in Agriculture will be advantageous
• Familiarity with agricultural practices and/or fertiliser products is essential
• Experience in and knowledge of permanent crops (Macadamia Nuts, Avocados etc.) or seasonal crops (Sugarcane, Maize, Wheat, Barley etc.)
• Irrigation and hydroponic farming background will be of advantage
• Sound knowledge of fertiliser and chemical products with the ability to provide fertilisation recommendations
• Must have a good grasp of the concepts of "client needs" and "adding value" in an agricultural context
• Knowledge of the key differences, requirements and specifications of permanent and seasoned crops
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook
• Must have strong report writing and presentation skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with problem-solving abilities, and excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Must have a valid driver's license

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing professional fertilisation and agronomic advice to farming enterprises.
• Building and managing fruitful and sustainable relationships with clients.
• Attending to and resolving customer queries.
• Interacting with key stakeholders across the value chain to promote customer satisfaction and delivery.
• Driving sales and marketing of products through effective relationship management and technical proficiency.
• Applying a differentiated marketing strategy to meet customer needs.
• Working in close cooperation with Regional Management.
• Functioning as an integral part of and being central to the companys Marketing model.
• Providing strategic support to representatives/agents with regards to products and recommendations.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates