Remote AgTech Innovation Lead

Placements24; Midrand; Hybride; ZAR 1 976 000 - 2 964 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible remote work

Global expert network

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Agricultural Innovation Lead to drive development and adoption of groundbreaking AgTech solutions. The role focuses on identifying technologies, evaluating impact, and leading remote projects enhancing farm efficiency and profitability.

You will bridge tech advances with practical farming, collaborating with researchers and professionals worldwide, including in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field with a focus on innovation.
• 7+ years in agricultural innovation, AgTech development, product management, or related strategic role.
• Proven track record of identifying, developing, and launching new technologies or solutions.
• Strong understanding of IoT, AI, precision agriculture and biotechnology.

Responsabilités

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize emerging technologies and innovative solutions for the agricultural sector.
• Lead the conceptualization, development, and piloting of new AgTech products and services.
• Collaborate with R&D teams, engineers, and external partners to realize innovations.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies for potential technologies and business models.
• Develop strategic roadmaps for innovation and technology adoption within the company.
• Foster knowledge sharing and a culture of innovation across remote teams.
• Engage with farmers and stakeholders to understand needs and gather feedback on solutions.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments in AgTech.
• Manage innovation project pipelines and ensure timely delivery.

Connaissances

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Project management

Remote collaboration

Communication

Analytical skills

Innovation mindset

Formation

Master’s or PhD in Agricultural Science/Engineering/CS/Business Administration with focus on innovation

Outils

IoT

AI

Precision agriculture

Biotechnology

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Agricultural Innovation Lead to drive development and adoption of groundbreaking AgTech solutions. The role focuses on identifying technologies, evaluating impact, and leading remote projects enhancing farm efficiency and profitability.

You will bridge tech advances with practical farming, collaborating with researchers and professionals worldwide, including in Midrand, Gauteng, ZA.