Agronomist

SUMMARY:

A diversified South African agricultural company specializing in the manufacturing and supply of agricultural inputs including liquid and dry fertilizers, lime, gypsum, agrochemicals, animal feeds, diesel, and bioremediation products is seeking the above to be responsible for delivering agronomic support and driving sales through on-farm advisory, client relationship management, market monitoring, and continuous technical service to citrus growers.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. Agriculture or related degree or extensive practical experience in the citrus industry with a strong, proven focus on citrus production
• Demonstrated and verifiable sales track record; agricultural inputs/agronomic services is preferred
• In-depth, hands-on technical knowledge and experience in citrus production (varieties, pests, diseases, nutrition, irrigation, soil management in the Sundays River Valley/Addo/Kirkwood region is a distinct advantage)
• Valid driver’s licence (Code 08/EB) and willingness to travel extensively within the Eastern Cape Citrus belt and occasionally overnight
• Strong existing network/relationships with citrus growers in the Kirkwood, Addo, Sundays River Valley, Patensie, and Gamtoos region or proven ability to rapidly build one

• Delivering expert technical agronomic advice and crop programmes to citrus growers in the designated territory.
• Actively promoting and selling the full range of agricultural products and solutions (fertilizers, crop protection, biologicals, adjuvants, etc.) to both existing and new clients.
• Conducting regular on-farm visits to scout crops, diagnose problems, take samples, assess plant health, soil conditions, irrigation efficiency, and overall crop performance.
• Building and maintaining long-term, trusted relationships with citrus farmers, packhouses, co-operatives, and key industry stakeholders.
• Identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities while growing wallet share with current clients.
• Monitoring and reporting on market trends, competitor activities, pricing, new product launches, and customer feedback.
• Achieving and exceeding monthly, quarterly, and annual sales budgets and KPIs.
• Providing product training, demonstrations, and trials on farms and at grower days/field days.
• Ensuring exceptional after-sales service, technical follow-up, and rapid resolution of customer complaints or product performance issues.
• Preparing and submitting accurate weekly reports (visits, sales, trials, market intelligence) and maintaining an up-to-date CRM system.