Farm Business Development Manager

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Hybrid work

Strategic impact

Industry exposure

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Farm Business Development Manager to identify and cultivate opportunities in the Randburg area. You will analyze market trends, assess ventures, and build business cases to support agricultural enterprises.

This role blends market analysis, planning, and client engagement with flexibility for remote work and client meetings. You will develop partnerships, craft proposals, and collaborate with internal teams to drive revenue growth and strategic direction in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, agriculture, economics or related field.
• MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 6 years in business development, strategy or related role.
• Proven track record of identifying and closing opportunities.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets and value chains.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new opportunities, market segments, and partnerships.
• Develop and implement robust business development strategies to grow the business.
• Conduct market research and competitive analyses to spot trends.
• Build and maintain relationships with farmers, cooperatives, government agencies and partners.
• Create compelling proposals, presentations, and financial models for new ventures.
• Collaborate with operations, finance and marketing to implement new initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Market analysis

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Bachelor's degree in Economics

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and driven Farm Business Development Manager to identify and cultivate new opportunities within the agricultural sector, based in or serving the Randburg area. This role is essential for expanding our client's market presence, forging strategic partnerships, and driving revenue growth through innovative business strategies. You will analyze market trends, assess potential new ventures, and develop compelling business cases to support agricultural enterprises. The role requires a blend of market analysis, strategic planning, and client engagement, with significant flexibility for remote work and client meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, market segments, and strategic partnerships in the agricultural industry.
• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to achieve growth objectives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify market gaps and trends.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including farmers, cooperatives, government agencies, and industry partners.
• Develop compelling business proposals, presentations, and financial models for new ventures.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, finance, marketing) to ensure successful implementation of new business initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in business development, strategy, or a related role, preferably within the agribusiness or agricultural sector.
• Proven track record of identifying and closing new business opportunities.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets, value chains, and industry dynamics.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility for remote work and client-facing activities.
• Opportunity to shape the strategic direction of agricultural businesses.
• Exposure to diverse aspects of the agricultural value chain.
• Professional growth and networking opportunities within the sector.