Key Account and Business Development Specialist

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA000724/EV

Date posted:

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

JOB SUMMARY:

An established manufacturer and distributor of agrochemicals is seeking a National Business Development Specialist to assist the Commercial team in fostering a culture of growth within the organization by promoting the company’s products and services to customers and increasing the customer base.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a B.Sc. Agric degree in Horticulture, Soil Science, Agronomy or Plant Production
An AVCASA in Crop Protection and BASOS/FERTASA certification would be beneficial
Biostimulant experience would be ideal
Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar role will be required
Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel extensively
Strong technical sales experience, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills will be required
Must have strong sales management and presentation skills
Proficiency with MS Office and diagnostic scientific software is important
Must be up to date with industry trends, technology, and developments

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Assisting the Commercial Director to execute commercial and marketing strategy and company objectives.
Assisting with market research and the development of marketing strategies to ensure continued growth of the products in the designated areas.
Calling on regular or prospective customers to solicit orders.
Demonstrating products and providing essential information, e.g., product availability, price, new developments, and market trends.
Promoting the brand and products.
Integrating with the science team by reviewing and approving marketing and training material, etc.
Potentially managing product trials to gather information for commercialisation and sales purposes.
Providing support to customers as and when required.
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers.
Providing excellent advice, service and support to customers, to ensure optimal usage of products for crop health and production in the targeted crop segments.
Conducting international visits to customers in areas of interest
Arranging and coordinating various commercial and marketing activities, which may include field days, farmer meetings and commercial presentations.
Maintaining industry awareness regarding technical developments via networking, personal development and training.
Planning and executing key projects.
Performing any other adhoc duties as and when required.

Salary package is highly negotiable depending on experience

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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