Agronomist

SUMMARY:
DBN000148 - AGRONOMIST – HIGHVELD REGION
 
Purpose of the Job:
Agronomy Specialist needed to support distributors and agents with expert crop protection advice. Focused on technical guidance and collaboration, the role drives sales impact through education and innovation—not pricing or direct sales.
 
Required Qualifications:

1. Diploma, BAgric or BSc degree in agronomy, plant pathology, entomology or a closely aligned field.
2. Experience in working with farmers, agents and dealership management.  
3. Must be able to work within a cross functional group setting with significant collaboration but also be independent.

POSITION INFO:
Technical Competencies & Experience:

1. 2+ years’ experience in agricultural crop protection industry.
2. Substantial knowledge of business and technical aspects of the product areas and technology is required.
3. Deliver in-field support, demos, and feedback on crop protection products.
4. Advise on regional agronomy, integrated solutions, and emerging crop challenges.
5. Influence product uptake through credibility, knowledge sharing
6. Build and maintain long-term relationships with distributor agents and growers.
7. Foster collaboration through field days, joint visits, and technical training.

1. Good Communications Skills
2. Strategic Thinking
3. Creativity and Innovation
4. Problem Solving
5. Customer Focus
6. Energetic