Agri-Business Development Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Health benefits

Growth opportunities

Challenging environment

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring an Agri-Business Development Manager in Paarl, South Africa. The role focuses on growth, market expansion, and strategic execution across the agricultural value chain.

You will identify opportunities, build client relationships, and lead initiatives to increase market presence. The ideal candidate brings a robust background in agri-business development with a proven track record of negotiating and closing deals, and a deep understanding of the South African market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in business development or sales within agriculture.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing business strategies.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of the South African agricultural market.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new opportunities within the agricultural sector.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to increase market share and revenue.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategy.
• Negotiate and close deals with favorable terms.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and dynamic Agri-Business Development Manager to drive growth and expansion in the Paarl region. This role involves identifying new market opportunities, building strong relationships with stakeholders across the agricultural value chain, and developing innovative business strategies. You will play a key role in expanding our client's reach and impact within the agricultural sector. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven professional with a passion for agriculture and a proven track record in business development. The ideal candidate will possess strong market analysis skills, excellent negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of the agricultural industry in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the agricultural sector .
• Develop and implement strategic plans to increase market share and revenue.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform business strategy.
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring favorable terms for the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development or sales within the agricultural industry.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing business strategies.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of the South African agricultural market and its challenges.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and commission structure.
• Opportunity to shape the growth strategy of a key player in the agri-business sector.
• Significant impact on business development initiatives in the Paarl area and beyond.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plan.
• A stimulating and challenging work environment with a focus on innovation.