Agro chemical-International Business Development Manager

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Scimplify, headquartered in Bengaluru, seeks a Growth & Partnerships leader to drive strategic collaborations across the crop protection value chain. You will identify high-impact opportunities, negotiate complex agreements, and build integrated business plans with manufacturers, distributors, and technology providers in the region.

The role requires 4–10 years in B2B agricultural solutions with a deep understanding of distribution channels across LATAM, North America, Europe, CIS, Japan, and

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or Agribusiness (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Experience: 4-10 years in B2B agricultural solutions, crop protection, plant nutrition or biologicals.
• Regional Expertise: LATAM & North America, Europe & CIS Countries, Japan & Australia.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage long-term partnerships with manufacturers and distributors to expand Scimplify's footprint.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that ensure sustainable profitability and market share.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory shifts to pivot strategy and capture new opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration (R&D, Regulatory, Finance, Marketing) to drive product launches and joint innovations.
• Translate market intelligence into actionable business development initiatives.
• Cultivate senior-level relationships with strategic B2B accounts, positioning Scimplify as a preferred partner.
• Lead contract management and compliance processes.
• Deliver accurate sales forecasts and manage budgets aligned with annual targets.

Skills

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Strategic Orientation

Customer Centricity

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or Agribusiness

Job description

4+ Years

Full-Time

About Us

Scimplify is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company offering a full-stack solution- from R&D and custom synthesis to large-scale manufacturing and doorstep delivery. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, we serve multiple industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals and industrial chemicals to personal care and fragrances.

We enable 1000+ business across 30+ countries to develop and scale innovative chemicals from lab to commercial production.We have raised $40 million in Series B funding, taking its total funding to $54 million. The round was co-led by Accel and Bertelsmann India Investments.We are a team of 450+ professionals with entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE, and Indonesia. We are VC backed - here is a read .

The Role

Drive Scimplify's growth by spearheading strategic partnerships and commercial execution across the crop protection value chain. You will identify high-impact opportunities, negotiate complex agreements, and build integrated business plans with manufacturers, distributors, and technology providers in the region.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnerships & Growth

• Identify and manage long-term partnerships with manufacturers and distributors to expand Scimplify's footprint.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that ensure sustainable profitability and market share.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory shifts to pivot strategy and capture new opportunities.
• Design and execute annual sales plans to meet revenue and margin targets.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration (R&D, Regulatory, Finance, Marketing) to drive product launches and joint innovations.
• Translate market intelligence into actionable business development initiatives.
• Cultivate senior-level relationships with strategic B2B accounts, positioning Scimplify as a preferred partner.
• Lead contract management and compliance processes.
• Deliver accurate sales forecasts and manage budgets (OpEx and promotional) aligned with annual targets.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or Agribusiness (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Experience: 4-10 years in B2B agricultural solutions, crop protection, plant nutrition or biologicals.
• Regional Expertise: Deep understanding of distribution channels and the agricultural landscape in LATAM & North America, Europe & CIS Countries, Japan & Australia
• Track Record: Proven success in structuring high-value commercial deals and scaling strategic partnerships.

Core Competencies

• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Thrives in fast-paced environments with a focus on execution excellence.
• Strategic Orientation: Ability to connect market data to long-term business goals.
• Customer Centricity: Skilled at building trust and delivering value-added solutions.
• Resilience: High adaptability in a dynamic regulatory and competitive environment.