Technical Sales Advisor – Agronomist North Cork

Grassland Agro; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed annual salary with bonuses and 1

uncapped commission

Company car and expenses

Health and wellness programme

Professional development and training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Grassland Agro in Ireland is seeking TechnicalSales Advisors – Agronomists to expand our customer base in the East Cork region. You will advise farmers on soil conditioning, fertilisation, and mineral supplements, and drive sales through local co-ops and merchants.

The role requires commercial acumen, agricultural knowledge, and a full driving license. You will join a growing team with strong field support and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Commercial knowledge and sales advisory experience are required.
• A degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new clients in agriculture.
• Engage with local co-ops and merchants to grow the business.
• Provide technical advice on soil conditioning, fertilization, and mineral supplements.
• Represent Grassland Agro at trade shows and industry events.
• Collaborate with team to achieve sales targets and identify new opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.

Skills

Commercial knowledge

Sales experience

Advisory skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Driving license

Education

Degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Science

Related field

Job description

Grassland Agro strives to advance sustainable agriculture through working hand in hand with farmers. We aim to improve agricultural performance with tailored solutions for each farm while respecting the environment.

Our business in Ireland has 3 clear departments, all focusing on sustainable farming from a social, environmental and economic approach.

Commodity

Grassland Agro have four industrial fertiliser plants in Limerick, Cork, Slane and Wexford. Distributing a complete range of NPK fertilisers and trace element fertilisers in Ireland. We supply mainline and customised blended products to suit specific requirements.

Speciality

Grassland Agro has a team of 35 professionally trained agronomists covering the entire island of Ireland. The most comprehensive range of speciality fertilizer and soil conditioning products. In addition, Grassland Agro sells a full range of animal mineral blocks as well as biostimulants.

Dairy Hygiene

Grassland Agro also has an expert team of dairy hygiene specialists covering all areas of the country. These specialists have many years combined experience dealing with on-farm issues such as somatic cell count (SCC), TBC, thermodurics, lameness, TCM’s and chlorates.

Your Future Within Our Team

We are seeking highly motivated TechnicalSales Advisors – Agronomist’s to join our growing team in the East Cork Region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for advice and sales of our unique enhanced product range, in soil conditioning, fertilization and mineral supplements direct to farmers through local co-ops and merchants in the region.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new clients in the agricultural industry.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local co-ops and merchants.
• Provide technical advice and support to farmers regarding our range of products, and our soil sustainability program.
• Attend trade shows and other industry events to promote the company's products and services.
• Collaborate with other team members to achieve sales targets and identify new business opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions.

We offer:

• An attractive compensation package of a fixed annual salary, with performance bonuses & an uncapped commission structure.
• Professional development with excellent field support along with sales & technical skills development training including ongoing on& off the job training & development.
• Wellness Programme with access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Annual Health Screening mme & Company Sick Pay Scheme.
• Attractive career path and possibilities of further development within a dynamically growing company
• Business tools include fully expensed Company car, mobile phone, Laptop, Tablet & monthly expenses

Job Specification

Requirements

• Commercial knowledge, sales and advisory skills experience
• Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of farming and agricultural products, as well as their applications and benefits.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Full driving license.