Job Description

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a BSc (Agric) with Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Science
• Sound knowledge of fertilizer and chemical products with fertilization recommendations in mind will be required for this role
• Experience in and knowledge of permanent crops (pecan nuts) or seasonal crops (maize, wheat, barley, potatoes, onions, vegetables, lucerne) is important
• Irrigation and Hydrophonic farming background will be an advantage
• Must have a good grasp of the concepts of client needs and adding value in an agricultural context
• Must have knowledge of the key differences, requirements and specifications of permanent and seasoned crops
• Good report writing and presentation skills with an entrepreneurial and problem solving mindset are important
• Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel within the assigned region

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Building and managing fruitful and sustainable relationships with clients.
• Providing professional fertilization and agronomic advice to farming enterprises.
• 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 be central to the 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

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