Agricultural Growth & Partnerships Manager - Hybrid

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or travel allowance

Hybrid working model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth in the agricultural sector. You will identify opportunities, build partnerships, and lead negotiations for contracts and distribution agreements.

The role requires a strong commercial acumen, a track record in agricultural sales, and willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events. A hybrid work pattern is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, agriculture or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in business development, sales or partnerships in agriculture.
• Proven success closing new business deals.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural markets and value chains.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new market opportunities in the agricultural sector.
• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to hit sales targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, partnerships and distribution agreements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to spot trends and opportunities.
• Prepare business proposals and sales materials for opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure service delivery and satisfaction.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
• Monitor sales performance and report to senior management.
• Stay informed about industry developments and regulatory changes.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

CRM software

Strategic thinking

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Agriculture, or related field

MBA (advantage)

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth in the agricultural sector. You will identify opportunities, build partnerships, and lead negotiations for contracts and distribution agreements.

The role requires a strong commercial acumen, a track record in agricultural sales, and willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events. A hybrid work pattern is expected.