Business Manager Seeds

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001264/EV

Date posted:

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Location:

Zambia, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A well-established plant genetics company with a global footprint in more than 66 countries is seeking a well-rounded, experienced Business Development Manager with a strong technical background to grow their portfolio of agricultural products in in Zambia . They are willing to relocate an experienced person from South Africa that is looking to expand their experience.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a relevant tertiary undergraduate qualification
Minimum 10 years’ experience in business or sales in agriculture, preferably in the Southern Africa market
Knowledge and understanding of the seed industry is advantageous
Demonstratable fluency in key work tools such as Microsoft Office
Ability to professionally and respectfully dissent, and logically debate challenges
Must have excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience working with C-suite executives and government officials
Valid drivers’ license and be willing to travel when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Researching, preparing, and executing a sales plan to generate new recurring revenue.
Developing and managing distribution channels for company products in the region.
Identifying, recruiting, and onboarding a high-performing sales and marketing team.
Working closely with the TD team in the registration of new products in line with regulatory requirements.
Being an outstanding external spokesperson for the company and its products.
Generating new business by leveraging existing and building new relationships across private and public sectors, NGOs, government, commercial, and SHF.
Providing market feedback and analyzing data to aid in decision-making.
Travelling to client sites and conducting market visits up to 50% of the time.

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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