Farm Business Development Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Profit sharing

Remote work flexibility

Executive health insurance

Professional development allowance

Travel allowance

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and driven Farm Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives for agricultural ventures across locations, including near Benoni. You will identify market opportunities, build partnerships, and develop innovative business models to boost profitability and extend the company's reach.

In a remote-first environment, you will analyze market trends, evaluate feasibility of new projects, create robust business plans, and negotiate deals with suppliers,

Qualifications

• MBA or related master's degree required.
• 7+ years in business development, strategy or market analysis in agriculture preferred.
• Proven track record of launching new business initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen with modeling, budgeting, and investment analysis.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, partnerships, and investment prospects.
• Develop business plans and financial models for ventures and expansions.
• Cultivate relationships with suppliers, distributors, researchers, and government agencies.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis on agricultural trends.
• Oversee implementation of strategic initiatives aligned with company goals and resources.
• Negotiate contracts and terms for development projects.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Investment analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation skills

Remote collaboration

Education

MBA

Agricultural Economics

Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and driven Farm Business Development Manager to spearhead growth initiatives for their agricultural ventures across various locations, including support for operations near Benoni . This role focuses on identifying new market opportunities, fostering strategic partnerships, and developing innovative business models to enhance profitability and expand the company's reach. You will be instrumental in analyzing market trends, assessing feasibility of new projects, and creating robust business plans. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future commercial success of a prominent agricultural enterprise, working in a dynamic, remote-first environment that values entrepreneurial spirit and strategic foresight in advancing agricultural markets and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, potential partnerships, and investment prospects within the agricultural sector.
• Develop comprehensive business plans and financial models for new ventures, product lines, and market expansion strategies.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, distributors, research institutions, and government agencies.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in the agricultural landscape.
• Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with company goals and resource availability.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms for business development projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA), Agricultural Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, strategy, or market analysis, preferably within the agriculture industry .
• Proven track record of successfully identifying, developing, and launching new business initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with financial modeling, budgeting, and investment analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with significant performance-based bonuses and profit sharing.
• Full remote work flexibility, enabling you to work from your preferred location.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development, travel, and home office expenses.
• Opportunity to play a key role in driving the strategic growth and innovation of a leading agricultural company.