Sales Agronomist - Biological

SUMMARY:

A well-established national research and development, technical advisory, and manufacturing company of agricultural products, specializing in the marketing and distribution of innovative “next-generation” crop protection, crop health, and plant life science brands, is seeking a Sales Agronomist to drive regional sales growth while managing client relationships, executing strategies, and supporting technical, marketing, and operational activities.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a tertiary technical qualification in the form of a B. Sc., B. Tech. or Diploma in Agronomy, Horticulture, Soil Science or similar
• SACNASP-registration would be preferred
• Minimum 3–5 years' sales or marketing experience in agriculture with a good track record in relationship building and product acceptance
• Must have a good technical understanding of fertigation, biological products and bio-stimulant solutions
• Good Excel, PowerPoint skills as well as other digital solutions and experience with reports and presentations

• Driving regional sales and achieving set targets.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, distributors, and agents.
• Executing regional marketing and sales strategies.
• Coordinating product availability and forecasting.
• Providing in-field technical support and stewardship for customers.
• Assisting with or managing field efficacy trials, including setup, spraying, and monitoring.
• Conducting competitor analysis and market reporting.
• Representing the company at industry events, field days, and client visits.
• Collaborating with internal technical, logistics, and R&D teams.
• Preparing environmental impact reports.