Remote Agribusiness Development Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Global flexibility

Health benefits

Travel allowance

Home office setup

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Agribusiness Development Manager to identify and develop new opportunities in the agricultural sector. This fully remote role focuses on expanding market reach, fostering partnerships, and driving growth through market analysis and innovative solutions.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in business development, strategic planning, and market analysis within agribusiness or agri-tech, with excellent negotiation and communication skills to operate globally from

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or equivalent in business/agriculture.
• Experience in business development and market analysis within agribusiness or agri-tech.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the agribusiness sector.
• Develop strategic plans to drive growth and expand market share.
• Build and manage relationships with farmers, cooperatives, suppliers, and industry leaders.
• Lead negotiations and structure commercial agreements.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and product teams to execute growth strategies.

Skills

Business development

Strategic planning

Market analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Remote work

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and driven Agribusiness Development Manager to join their fully remote team. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing new business opportunities within the agricultural sector. You will work to expand market reach, foster strategic partnerships, and drive growth through innovative solutions and market analysis. This is an exceptional opportunity for a business development professional with a passion for agriculture to shape the company's future and drive significant growth from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess new market opportunities, trends, and potential partnerships within the agribusiness sector.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to drive growth and expand market share.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including farmers, cooperatives, suppliers, and industry leaders.
• Lead negotiations and structure commercial agreements to support business objectives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, marketing, product development) to ensure successful execution of growth strategies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• Significant experience in business development, strategic planning, or market analysis within the agribusiness or agricultural technology sectors.
• Proven track record of successfully identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets, supply chains, and industry dynamics.
• Ability to work independently, manage a global pipeline, and drive results in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary and bonus structure tied to performance.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering global flexibility.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous allocation for travel, professional development, and home office setup.
• Opportunity to significantly impact the growth and direction of a leading agribusiness.
• A dynamic and collaborative virtual work environment.