Agribusiness Development Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Travel expenses

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Leadership development

Job summary

East London, Eastern Cape—an client is seeking an accomplished Agribusiness Development Manager to drive growth and strategic initiatives within the agricultural sector. Identify opportunities, build relationships with farmers, cooperatives, and agencies, and develop sustainable agribusiness models that enhance profitability for producers.

You will lead market analysis, strategic planning, and project development across value chains, negotiating partnerships and investments while contributing to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Agricultural Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in agribusiness management, business development, or project management.
• Proven track record of identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets, value chains, and economic principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in financial analysis and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and potential business ventures in the agribusiness sector.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve company objectives and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, cooperatives, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Analyze market trends, economic conditions, and competitive landscapes to inform business strategies.
• Lead negotiations and secure partnerships or investment opportunities.
• Oversee the development and implementation of projects that enhance agricultural value chains.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Agribusiness Development Manager to drive growth and strategic initiatives within the agricultural sector in East London, Eastern Cape . This role involves identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with stakeholders, and developing sustainable agribusiness models. You will play a key role in fostering economic development within the region's agricultural landscape. This is an exciting opportunity for a business-savvy professional with a passion for agriculture to shape the future of agribusiness in a vibrant region. Your expertise will be crucial in enhancing market access and profitability for agricultural producers.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and potential business ventures in the agribusiness sector.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve company objectives and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, cooperatives, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Analyze market trends, economic conditions, and competitive landscapes to inform business strategies.
• Lead negotiations and secure partnerships or investment opportunities.
• Oversee the development and implementation of projects that enhance agricultural value chains.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in agribusiness management, business development, or project management.
• Proven track record of identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets, value chains, and economic principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in financial analysis and strategic planning.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Car allowance and comprehensive travel expenses.
• Health insurance and retirement planning assistance.
• Opportunities for professional networking and leadership development.
• Significant impact on regional agricultural economic growth.