A Reputable And Fast-Growing Organization In The Retail Agricultural Sector Is Seeking To Appoint A Training And Sales Agronomist With Strong Retail Experience. This Exciting And Dynamic Role Offers The Opportunity To Drive Sales Growth, Train Branch Teams On Agricultural Chemicals, And Represent The Organization In Public Platforms, Ensuring Both Customer Satisfaction And Market Expansion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver training programs to various retail branches on the correct use, benefits, and application of agricultural chemicals.
- Drive sales and revenue growth by achieving product targets and expanding customer reach.
- Conduct radio appearances and other public engagements to promote products and strengthen brand visibility.
- Provide expert agronomic advice to customers and staff, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to identify new opportunities.
- Support retail teams with technical knowledge to enhance customer service and sales performance.
- Collaborate with management to develop marketing strategies and promotional campaigns.
- Maintain accurate records of training sessions, sales activities, and customer interactions.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field (minimum).
- Proven retail experience in agricultural chemicals or inputs.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in agronomy, with a strong background in training and sales.
- Fluency in Shona and Ndebele.
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel across branches.
Key Attributes & Skills:
- Extroverted personality with excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
- Strong agronomic knowledge of agricultural chemicals and their applications.
- Ability to train diverse teams and simplify technical information for non-specialists.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in radio/media appearances.
- Strong business acumen and ability to set and achieve sales targets.
- High attention to detail, integrity, and problem-solving skills.
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, CRM systems).
Values:
We Are Looking For Someone Who Embodies Extreme Ownership, Business Excellence, Work Ethic, Service, Daring Innovation, And A Growth Mindset.