Sustainability & Product Lead (Agriculture)

EnableSA Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Business Development Support & Sustainability Lead in the agricultural sector in Gqeberha. The role involves enhancing business development efforts, exploring new products, and driving sustainability initiatives. Candidates should have a Post Graduate Degree in biological sciences and relevant industry experience, with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of commercial experience in food safety, crop protection, or sustainability.
• Knowledge of Environmental Agricultural laws.
• Prior exposure to Crop Protection industry required.

Responsibilities

• Build strong partnerships through effective communication and coordination.
• Monitor market trends for strategic opportunities.
• Lead sustainability initiatives and compliance projects.

Skills

Project coordination

Product evaluation

Market trend analysis

Communication

Sustainability initiatives

Education

Post Graduate Degree in biological science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Our client in the Agricultural industry in Port Elizabeth has an exciting opportunity for a 'Business Development Support & Sustainability Lead' to join their dynamic team! You will be focusing in on supporting the business development function as well as the regulatory team.

Responsibilities:

• Building strong partnerships by ensuring fast, effective communication, project coordination, and technical insights with collaborators
• Sourcing and evaluating new products to enhance and diversify the company’s third-party portfolio
• Monitoring market trends to inform strategic decisions and identify opportunities
• Supporting regulatory processes and leading specific registration and compliance projects
• Leading and supporting sustainability initiatives, balancing cost efficiency with social responsibility
• Driving internal awareness and training around sustainability goals and best practices
• Providing product registration

Requirements:

• Post Graduate Degree in biological science with relevance to agriculture or crop protection
• 2-4 years of commercial experience in the fields of food safety, crop protection or sustainability
• Knowledge on Environmental Agricultural laws governing sustainability
• Prior exposure to the Crop Protection industry
• SACNASP will be required if not already registered
• Proficient in MS Office
• Valid driver's license
• Must be willing to travel