• Application Deadline:
• Position: Business Development Officer (Agro-allied / Farm)



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , OND



• Experience



• Location Ogun




• Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Business development Officer’s responsibilities includes building new business relationships, managing existing relationships, make sales and connecting customers to our farm products.


• The job entails some desk work, but a significant time is also spent on the “field”.

Job Responsibilities

• Build new business relationships and manage existing ones.


• Drive profitable sales of farm produce.


• Develop a portfolio of customers through networking and marketing efforts.


• Utilize modern technology to enhance the sales of farm produce.


• Meet with new and existing customers in the agro-allied industry to evaluate needs and suggest suitable products or services.


• Prepare and deliver effective presentations on products and services.


• Develop and implement approved sales plans, including field strategies and programs to achieve set targets.


• Attend relevant conferences and trade expos within the agro-allied industry.


• Maintain accurate expense records for tracking and reimbursement.


• Ensure farm products are delivered to customers as per their requests and timelines.


• Demonstrate confidence in the quality of produce and services offered.


• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly business development reports.


• Collect and analyze feedback from customers, proposing solutions for any issues raised.


• Stay updated with innovations and trends in the agro-allied industry.


• Conduct research to enhance knowledge of the industry and apply insights to drive sales.


• Handle company information with the utmost confidentiality.

Skills and Qualifications

• OND, HND, or B.Sc qualification in a relevant field.


• Strong listening and critical thinking abilities.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Strong analytical and numerical capabilities.


• Ability to build rapport with customers from diverse educational backgrounds.


• Quick thinking and effective problem-solving skills.


• Proficient in verbal and written communication.


• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.


• Skilled in negotiation and closing deals.


• Self-motivated and target-driven.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.


• Basic driving skills are required.


• Prior sales or business development experience in the agro-allied industry is an added advantage.