Senior Agronomist

SUMMARY: A market leader in Agrochemical products is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Agronomist to grow the business in Zambia 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 be willing to relocate to and live in Zambia

• 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.