Regional Agronomist at K+S Group

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Our new sales office KPLUSS Fertilizers Kenya Ltd. in Nairobi (Kenya) is looking for a Regional Agronomist, starting on 1st January 2023. The core role of this position is to support and advise on the strategy execution in the emerging Eastern African market. This will be by developing products and markets with global agronomy expertise.
• Develop market opportunities in Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Uganda, Ruanda, Burundi (Sales & Market Development)
• Market, product and competitor analysis – this includes pricing and product development
• Coordination of Agronomy, Trials and Product development
• Agronomical support in Eastern Africa with focus on K+S Downstream Development
• Support in product registration and secure regulatory compliance in entire Eastern Africa territory
• Identify and implement strategic partnerships with Agro Universities, private R&D sector in order to accelerate innovation aligned with K+S vision

YOUR PROFILE

• Enthusiasm to work in a global leading fertilizer producing company
• Degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Nutrition, Soil Science, Fertility Management or a related major is required.
• Master of an Agriculture related program is a plus.
• Min. 5 years working experience
• Bilingual English and a driver’s license required
• Proven experience in MS office
• Extensive negotiation and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

WE ENRICH YOUR LIFE

• Through a sustainable perspective, our unique team spirit and meaningful tasks, we offer you the opportunity for personal and professional development.