Free State & Mpumalanga: This is a non-sales, field-based technical role, focused on assisting our commercial teams and clients by optimising crop performance across a diverse range of high-value and row crops.
The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening customer relationships, improving on-farm results, and supporting the continued growth of the company’s footprint in South Africa.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 4–5 years practical, field-based agronomy experience.
- Proven experience working with row crops (maize, wheat, soybeans).
- Strong understanding of soil science and plant nutrition.
- Experience interpreting soil and plant tissue analyses and making practical recommendations.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Strong technical agronomic knowledge.
- Ability to translate complex data into practical, on-farm recommendations.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Strong organisational and planning ability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Agronomic Support
- Provide technical agronomic support to sales representatives through regular on-farm visits (3–4 days per week).
- Deliver expert advice on crop nutrition and fertilisation strategies.
- Interpret soil and plant tissue analysis results and develop tailored fertilisation programmes.
- Diagnose crop issues, including nutrient deficiencies and environmental stress factors Training and Technical Development.
- Support the sales team with product knowledge and crop-specific training.
- Assist in upskilling Technical Sales Representatives on agronomic best practices.
- Ensure technical alignment between product positioning and on-farm application.
Field Trials and Demonstrations
- Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of field trials and demonstrations.
- Evaluate trial results and provide recommendations based on findings.
- Support the positioning of products through practical, evidence-based results Client and Stakeholder Engagement.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, distributors, and internal teams.
- Provide ongoing technical support to customers to improve crop performance.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients on soil health and crop nutrition.
Territory and Market Support
- Work across a diverse crop portfolio, including row crops (maize, wheat, soybeans) and high-value crops (fruits and vegetables).
- Stay informed on regional farming practices, seasonal trends, and agronomic developments.
- Provide insights to support commercial strategy and product positioning Reporting and Administration.
- Document field visits, trial results, and agronomic recommendations.
- Provide feedback to internal teams on product performance and market needs.
- Support data-driven decision-making through accurate reporting.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
