Senior Agronomist

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001181/JP

Date posted:

Monday, March 24, 2025

Location:

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:

A market leader in Agrochemical products is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Agronomist to grow the business in the KZN region by providing agronomic, technical, sales and marketing support on crop fertilisation to clients, with the aim of increasing the sustainable profitability of the customers, utilising technology that enhances efficiencies.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a BSc (Agric) with Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Science
Sound knowledge of fertilizer and chemical products with fertilization recommendations in mind will be required for this role
Experience in and knowledge of permanent crops (pecan nuts) or seasonal crops (maize, wheat, barley, potatoes, onions, vegetables, lucerne) is important
Irrigation and Hydrophonic farming background will be an advantage
Must have a good grasp of the concepts of “client needs” and “adding value” in an agricultural context
Must have knowledge of the key differences, requirements and specifications of permanent and seasoned crops
Good report writing and presentation skills with an entrepreneurial and problem solving mindset are important
Must have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel within the assigned region

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Building and managing fruitful and sustainable relationships with clients.
Providing professional fertilization and agronomic advice to farming enterprises.
Attending to and resolving customer queries.
Interacting with key stakeholders across the value chain to promote customer satisfaction and delivery.
Driving sales and marketing of products through effective relationship management and technical proficiency.
Applying a differentiated marketing strategy to meet customer needs.
Working in close cooperation with Regional Management.
Functioning as an integral part of and be central to the marketing model.
Providing strategic support to representatives/agents with regards to products and recommendations.

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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