Sales Development Associate

Nacre Capital; Italia; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading AgTech company in Italy is seeking a Junior Sales Development Associate to begin a career in agricultural sales. This role is designed for recent graduates and includes market analysis, lead generation, and communication of advanced technology. Candidates should hold a Master's degree in a related field and demonstrate a strong interest in the AgTech sector. This position offers growth opportunities towards becoming an Area Sales Manager in a dynamic commercial environment.

Competenze

• Recent completion of a Master's degree in Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, Agribusiness, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Demonstrable passion for the AgTech sector and clear ambition for a long-term sales career.
• Strong ability to synthesize technical information into actionable commercial insights.

Mansioni

• Conduct in-depth research to map European vegetable seed markets.
• Support senior sales by initiating outreach to qualify leads.
• Rapidly develop understanding of Seed-X's technology and effectively communicate its value.

Conoscenze

Analytical Skills

Communication

Formazione

Master's degree in Agricultural Sciences or related field

Strumenti

CRM Software

Descrizione del lavoro

About Seed-X :

Seed-X is a high-growth AgTech company transforming the global seed industry. We harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced machine vision to analyze seeds at an individual level, providing unparalleled quality and genetic purity insights to seed companies worldwide. Join our mission to build a smarter, more secure future for food.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly ambitious and analytical Junior Sales Development Associate to kick-start a career in high-tech agricultural sales. This entry-level role is perfect for a recent graduate eager to apply their academic knowledge in a dynamic commercial environment, focusing on the key European vegetable seed markets.This position is designed as a foundational step for a future Area Sales Manager, providing intensive training and direct exposure to commercial strategy, market development, and client acquisition.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Analysis & Lead Generation : Conduct in-depth research to map the European vegetable seed markets, identifying high-potential target companies, breeders, and industry influencers.
• Sales Prospecting : Support the senior sales team by initiating outreach (email, phone, digital) to qualify leads, introduce Seed-X’s AI value proposition, and book initial exploratory meetings.
• Technical Communication : Rapidly develop an understanding of Seed-X's GeNee™ technology and effectively communicate its value—the intersection of AI, computer vision, and plant genetics, to technical and commercial stakeholders.
• CRM Management : Utilize our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system daily to meticulously track all market activity, maintain lead data, and assist in sales forecasting.
• Commercial Support : Prepare sales materials, presentations, and market reports. Assist in setting up and tracking pilot projects and commercial trials.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications

• Education : Recent completion of a Master's degree in Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, Agribusiness, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• A degree from Wageningen University & Research (WUR) or a similar globally recognized agricultural institution is highly desirable.
• Ambition & Drive : Demonstrable passion for the AgTech sector and a clear, stated ambition for a long-term sales career.
• Analytical Skills : Strong ability to synthesize technical information and market data into actionable commercial insights.

Preferred Attributes

• Commercial Mindset : While no direct experience is required, a demonstrated aptitude or coursework focused on business development, economics, or commercial strategy is a plus.
• Technology Interest : A genuine interest in the application of AI, machine learning, and data science in agriculture.
• Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and articulate presence suitable for engaging with industry leaders.