BIOSPECIALIST – BIOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS – EASTERN & WESTERN FREE STATE

Agricruitment Limited; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a BioSpecialist to lead the marketing of biological solutions in the agricultural sector. This role involves providing exceptional technical support to distribution partners and growers, requiring expert knowledge in crop management and pest control. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc Agricultural Degree and have strong communication skills to build trusted relationships. If you're passionate about sustainable agriculture and have a drive for performance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc Agricultural Degree with majors in Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology or Agronomy.
• Excellent proficiency in Afrikaans (read, speak & present) required.

Responsibilities

• Market biological solutions and provide technical support to distribution partners.
• Build trusted relationships with growers and stakeholders.

Skills

Technical marketing and sales experience

People and communication skills

Crop, root, pest and disease knowledge

Influencing and leadership skills

Experience with biological solutions

Education

BSc Agricultural Degree

Tools

Croplife SA certification

Job description

Join the team that champions change:

My Client are market leaders in scientifically developed biological and biostimulant solutions, driving sustainable growth, for all. Their mission is to cultivate trusted relationships with their stakeholders through the delivery of quality solutions and exceptional technical support to their growers. Biologicals have an essential role in food production to ensure ‘Healthy Food and Healthy Environment, for all”

VACANCY: BIOSPECIALIST

The key role of the BioSpecialist is to market biological solutions and provide exceptional technical support to their distribution partners and growers in the field. Expert crop, root, pest and disease knowledge is essential for IPM integration.

For the following areas:

North West/ Free State: Dryland Maize, Soya, Sunflower & irrigation Potatoes, Maize & Wheat

Key Competencies Required:

• A confident individual with good people and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
• Technical marketing and sales experience in the South African agricultural input market.
• Minimum BSc Agricultural Degree, with majors in either Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology or Agronomy.
• Excellent proficiency in Afrikaans (read, speak & present) required.
• Croplife SA certification on the Basic Crop Protection Course.
• Exceptional ability to influence and lead change in existing Integrated Crop
• Protection Management Programs.
• Experience with biological solutions is an advantage.
• Performance driven and influential with a culture of self-discipline, integrity and excellence.
• Regional travel required.

To apply, please send your 2-page CV and a motivation letter, indicating which crops you have at least 5 years of experience working with to [e-mail]

Please note that we will only contact those selected for an interview. If you haven’t heard from us within 5 days of the application closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.