Junior Agronomist

AKUSA, Inc.JOB TITLE: Salesperson in AgriculturalLOCATION: CaliforniaREPORTS TO: Managing Director

INTRODUCTION.

Afrikelp USA (www.afrikelp-usa.com), is a subsidiary of an international company, Afrikelp, that will give the right candidate the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. The role is the market development and sales of our premium bio stimulant kelp extract in the Northwest region. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a growing market with sustainability and food security at its core, and will involve working closely with distributors, advisors, and farmers.

SUMMARY

The candidate’s main responsibility will be market development, whilst at the same time providing technical support to customers. Market knowledge and a good distributor and farmer network particularly in California but also in other Agriculture regions in the USA is extremely important. The successful candidate also can contribute to the company strategy and be a part of the growth plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Contribute to the growth strategy, marketing plan and product development in the region.
• Identify new potential partners
• Provide business with market intelligence on key players, crops, trends, etc.
• Build a good relationship with current and new distributors/dealers.
• To get new customers and distributors in the region.
• To be proactive, secure meetings and create presentations.
• Meeting schedules and support of the marketing plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Agronomy or Master of Science.
• Entry level position 0 - 5 years in the agricultural industry.
• Good knowledge in main crops in the region is desirable.
• Good communication and presentations skills is essential.

OTHER SKILLS

Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road