Agribusiness Development Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Health + retirement benefits

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Impactful regional role

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking an Agribusiness Development Manager to drive market expansion and value-chain development. You will nurture relationships with farmers, cooperatives, and industry partners while leading market analysis and project management efforts.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 7+ years of relevant experience, with strong skills in negotiation, communication, and strategic planning to identify opportunities and secure investments for sustainable

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Agribusiness, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in agribusiness development, strategic planning, or business management.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and launching new business initiatives.
• Strong understanding of agricultural value chains and market dynamics in South Africa.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build and manage strategic partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and feasibility studies for new agribusiness ventures.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to expand market share and profitability.
• Build and maintain relationships with farmers, suppliers, buyers, and partners.
• Identify funding opportunities and prepare grant proposals and investment pitches.
• Oversee implementation of new projects, ensuring timelines and objectives are met.
• Analyze industry trends and competitive landscape to inform strategy.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Strategic planning

Business development

Education

Master's degree in Agribusiness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and results-oriented Agribusiness Development Manager to join their team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is critical in identifying and cultivating new business opportunities within the agricultural sector, fostering strong relationships with farmers, cooperatives, and industry stakeholders. You will be responsible for market analysis, developing business strategies, and managing projects that enhance the value chain and promote sustainable growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong understanding of agribusiness dynamics and a passion for driving economic development in the region, based at our client's key location.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research and feasibility studies for new agribusiness ventures.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to expand market share and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, suppliers, buyers, and other industry partners.
• Identify funding opportunities and prepare grant proposals and investment pitches.
• Oversee the implementation of new projects, ensuring they meet strategic objectives and timelines.
• Analyze industry trends and competitive landscape to inform business strategy.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Agribusiness, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in agribusiness development, strategic planning, or business management.
• Demonstrated success in identifying and launching new business initiatives.
• Strong understanding of agricultural value chains and market dynamics in South Africa.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to build and manage strategic partnerships.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for travel within the Western Cape and beyond.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of agribusiness in the region.