Agronomist

1 week ago

Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa Mayfly Full time R450 000 - R700 000 per year

A diversified South African agricultural company specializing in the manufacturing and supply of agricultural inputs including liquid and dry fertilizers, lime, gypsum, agrochemicals, animal feeds, diesel, and bioremediation products is seeking the above to be responsible for delivering agronomic support and driving sales through on-farm advisory, client relationship management, market monitoring, and continuous technical service to fruit growers.

Minimum requirements for the role:
  • Must have a B. Sc. Agriculture or related degree or extensive practical experience in the fruit industry with a strong, proven focus on fruit production
  • Demonstrated and verifiable sales track record; agricultural inputs/agronomic services is preferred
  • In-depth, hands-on technical knowledge and experience in fruit production (varieties, pests, diseases, nutrition, irrigation, soil management in the Boland region is a distinct advantage)
  • Valid driver's license (Code 08/EB) and willingness to travel extensively within the Western Cape Stone Fruit/Pome Fruit/Table Grape region and occasionally overnight
  • Strong existing network/relationships with fruit growers in the Boland area or ability to rapidly build one

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
  • Delivering expert technical agronomic advice and crop programs to fruit growers in the designated territory.
  • Actively promoting and selling the full range of agricultural products and solutions (fertilizers, crop protection, biologicals, adjuvants, etc.) to both existing and new clients.
  • Conducting regular on-farm visits to scout crops, diagnose problems, take samples, assess plant health, soil conditions, irrigation efficiency, and overall crop performance.
  • Building and maintaining long-term, trusted relationships with fruit farmers, packhouses, co-operatives, and key industry stakeholders.
  • Identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities while growing wallet share with current clients.
  • Monitoring and reporting on market trends, competitor activities, pricing, new product launches, and customer feedback.
  • Achieving and exceeding monthly, quarterly, and annual sales budgets and KPIs.
  • Providing product training, demonstrations, and trials on farms and at grower days/field days.
  • Ensuring exceptional after-sales service, technical follow-up, and rapid resolution of customer complaints or product performance issues.
  • Preparing and submitting accurate weekly reports (visits, sales, trials, market intelligence) and maintaining an up-to-date CRM system.
Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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