• Application Deadline:
• Position: Sales Executive



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience



• Location Oyo




• City Ibadan




• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied  , Sales and Business Development 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Sales Executive will be responsible for driving sales in his/ her assigned territory, building strong relationship with clients and promoting our brands, products and services.


• The ideal candidate will be saddled with the responsibilities of identifying customer needs, providing solutions and ensuring the achievement of sales target within assigned territory.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales plan to achieve or exceed targets


• Identify and pursue new sales opportunities within the agricultural seed sector among smallholder farmers, large scale farmers, agro-dealers and distributors, cooperatives and agribusinesses


• Promote and sell seeds and other agricultural inputs including fertilisers, herbicides, fungicides and pesticides


• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers


• Address customers’ inquiries, concerns and complaints promptly and professionally


• Provide technical advices on the use and benefits of our products


• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities, pricing strategies, and customer preferences


• Identify trends and opportunities within the agricultural seed sector to inform sales strategies


• Provide regular reports on sales activities, market conditions, and customer feedback


• Maintain a minimum gross margin percentage on bulk sales as defined by the company


• Reduce operational costs associated with bulk sales transactions


• Stay updated on the features, benefits, and applications of the Company’s products


• Organize and conduct training sessions or demonstrations for customers and stakeholders


• Collaborate with production and technical teams to address customer-specific needs


• Coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure timely delivery of products to customers


• Manage orders, invoicing, and payment collection in line with company policies


• Monitor stock levels and provide forecasts to ensure product availability


• Adhere to company policies, industry standards, and local regulations


• Ensure ethical practices in all sales activities


• Any other duties as assigned to meet organisational requirements

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• HND / B.Sc. in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Marketing or a related field


• Proven experience in sales, preferably in the agro industry or related fields


• Ability to speak local languages within assigned territories is an advantage.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of agricultural practices, products, and market dynamics


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills


• Proficiency in using sales software and Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint


• Ability to drive a motor vehicle and/ or ride a motorcycle with valid Driver’s License with a willingness to travel extensively


• Results-driven with a proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets


• Adaptability and resilience to work in diverse and challenging environments


• Problem-solving and analytical skills for market assessment and decision-making


• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset


• Good record-keeping and filing acumen


• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and a commitment to the Company’s mission.

Competencies:

• Communication and Active Listening


• Negotiation and Objection Handling


• Time and Territory Management


• Product and Market Knowledge


• Resilience and Adaptability


• Data Analysis.