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Junior Agronomist

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SUMMARY : An established agricultural seed production company is seeking a Junior Agronomist responsible for executing field demonstrations, supporting sales and marketing initiatives, and collecting crop production intelligence to drive informed decision-making and product promotion.

Recruiter : Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref : PTA / JP

Date posted : Monday, June 30, 2025

Location : Robertson, South Africa

Salary : Market Related

POSITION INFO :

Minimum requirements for the role :

  • Must have a B. Sc. Agric. or B. Agric. with Agronomy, and / or Soil Science as major subjects
  • SANSOR / BASOS / AVCASA accreditation will be of great advantage
  • Minimum 1-3 years' experience in Agriculture
  • A solid understanding, relevant experience, and knowledge of good agronomic practices are required
  • Broad technical know-how of crops, products and farming practices is essential
  • Basic trial design and agronomic crop production understanding is advantageous
  • Fluency in Afrikaans (Read, Write, and Speak)
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

  • Developing and implementing product demonstrations in the field and region to support the overall sales and marketing strategy.
  • Investigating, understanding, capturing, and communicating aspects of key crop production.
  • Implementing regional business strategies and plans consistent with the overall marketing strategy.
  • Implementing agreed demonstrations and in-field marketing trials and activities to influence and support sales.
  • Recording and collating information and data to support product performance and assist Marketing with relevant data for the development of promotional material.
  • Identifying key crops, products, market opportunities and threats.
  • Developing the competence, motivation, and commitment of Dealers and Agents through effective training, promotion, and sales support aids.
  • Keeping abreast of market, trade, and competitor activity to revise strategies according to changing requirements.
  • Promoting and introducing products.
  • Creating demand for the comprehensive range of seed.
  • Establishing demo trials for field days.
  • Engaging and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Gathering market intelligence and crop production information.

    • Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates

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