The opportunity
Nile.ag is at the forefront of revolutionizing food trade across Africa through our innovative e-commerce platform. We connect farmers directly to markets with the highest demand for their fresh produce. Our mission is to enhance farmer incomes and make food more accessible for consumers. Discover more about our vision at www.nile.ag / about
The role
We are on the lookout for a Senior Farmer Relationship Manager who is passionate about empowering farmers and driving business growth. In this pivotal role, you will take the lead on :
- Developing our annual supply plan across farming regions and >
100 categories of fruit and vegetables
Managing a team of Farmer Relationship Managers who are category focusedDeveloping and expanding relationships with our key farmer partnersOverseeing the onboarding and training of farmers to effectively utilize the Nile platformCreating sustainable strategies to grow the business turnover within assigned farming groupsRegularly engaging with farmers to ensure satisfaction and address any challengesRequirements
Significant experience in managing relationships with fruit and vegetable farmersManagement experience, with an ability to navigate the complexity of fresh produce supplyExposure to retail buying would be positiveExcellent communication and negotiation skillsA degree in Agriculture, Business Management, or a related fieldProficiency in leveraging technology for business growthBenefits
Competitive remunerationOpportunity to develop your career within a fast growing companyModern and fun work environmentExposure to cutting-edge technology that is reshaping the fresh industry