Technical Manager (Crop Protection & Nutrition) at Rose Avenue Group

Product Portfolio Management

• Supervise the coordination and customization of products purchased from suppliers for customers’ requirements and market fluctuations.
• Manage and lead the development of new and existing products that could result in successful marketing and sales of profitable products in the Kenyan domestic market.
• Support and identify new technical opportunities for technical launch platforms to contribute sustainable CP portfolio

Technical Support

• Offer technical support to sales personnel and customers, and handle the resolution of complaints and challenges concerning the products.
• Produce specifications, guides, and other reference material for products and their usage.

Training and Development

• Develop and put into practice training sessions for the sales agronomists with the intention of improving their product mastery and sales skills.
• Continuously organize team meetings and seminars to update the sales team with new product knowledge and skills.
• Work with the sales team to identify new opportunities based on customer challenges.

Regulatory and Compliance

• Ensure all products are developed to adhere to the set agricultural regulations and compliance.
• Ensure a good relationship with suppliers for the purpose of getting and keeping all the required documents for regulatory purposes.

Other Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Biology or any other related field. MSc. level will be a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in crop protection, nutrition, or technical management in the agricultural industry.
• Product development and marketing of products experience is a plus
• Client centric focus
• Good understanding of technical and market aspects in Kenya
• Leadership experience and teamwork in a multicultural environment
• Valid Driving Licence