The Sales Agronomist will drive sales, provide agronomic support, conduct field visits, and build client relationships to enhance agricultural productivity.
Job Title: Sales Agronomist
Location: Central & Western Uganda (Field-Based)
Experience: 3 – 5 Years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related
field
Reports To: General Manager
Job
Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and
results-driven Sales Agronomist to drive sales, provide agronomic support,
and build strong relationships with farmers and agribusinesses in Central
and Western Uganda. This is a field-based role, requiring extensive
travel to engage with clients, conduct on-farm trials, and promote agricultural
solutions that enhance productivity and profitability. The Sales Agronomist
will report directly to the General Manager and play a key role in
achieving business growth targets.
Key
Responsibilities
Sales
& Business Development
- Identify and develop a strong customer base of
farmers, cooperatives, and agribusinesses.
- Promote and sell seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and
other agricultural inputs to meet client needs.
- Achieve and exceed sales targets while ensuring
customer satisfaction.
- Conduct field visits and product demonstrations to showcase effectiveness.
Technical
Advisory & Support
- Provide expert agronomic advice on crop
nutrition, soil management, pest and disease control.
- Conduct on-farm trials and recommend best
practices to improve yields.
- Offer after-sales support to ensure correct
product application and maximum benefits.
Market
Research & Reporting
- Gather market intelligence on competitor
products, industry trends, and customer needs.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports on sales
performance and customer feedback.
- Work closely with the marketing and technical teams to
develop sales strategies.
Requirements
Qualifications
& Experience
✔ Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture,
Agronomy, or a related field.
✔ 3 – 5 years of experience in agronomy, agricultural sales, or technical advisory roles.
✔ Strong knowledge of crop production, soil health, and agro-inputs.
✔ Proven sales experience, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
✔ Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision.
✔ Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
✔ Willingness to travel extensively within Central and Western Uganda
✔ 3 – 5 years of experience in agronomy, agricultural sales, or technical advisory roles.
✔ Strong knowledge of crop production, soil health, and agro-inputs.
✔ Proven sales experience, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
✔ Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision.
✔ Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
✔ Willingness to travel extensively within Central and Western Uganda
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