Job Purpose
Seed Co is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Sales and Agronomy Manager to drive sales growth, strengthen market presence, and provide technical agronomic support within Botswana.
The role is responsible for achieving sales targets, identifying new market opportunities, developing stakeholder relationships, and leading product promotion and farmer training initiatives to support business growth and customer success.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Drive sales and achieve agreed performance targets for Seed Co products within the assigned territory.
- Provide agronomic support and technical guidance to farmers, traders, extension officers, and other stakeholders.
- Identify new market opportunities, recruit sales agents and traders, and strengthen relationships with NGOs, corporate clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Conduct product promotions, demonstrations, field trials, farmer training, and marketing activities to enhance brand visibility and market penetration.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, stock levels, and customer feedback to inform sales strategies.
- Manage customer service, complaints, trade sales, and the timely collection of payments from traders.
- Prepare regular area sales and market intelligence reports and operate within approved budgets.
- Comply with the organisation’s Quality Management System (QMS) procedures and maintain relevant departmental documentation.
Qualifications and Skills Required
- Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
- At least five years’ relevant experience in agricultural sales, agronomy, or farmer support, preferably within the seed industry.
- Strong sales, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills.
- Good knowledge of crop production, farming practices, and agricultural markets.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and farmer training skills.
- Ability to identify market opportunities, develop sales networks, and achieve sales targets.
- Strong planning, reporting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above-mentioned requirements should email their applications, accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of certificates, no later than 16 October 2026.
Email: recruitment@seedcogroup.com