The Company
Our client is a wholly owned and operated Australian company specialising in the manufacture and sales of market competitive, high-quality crop protection products, developed specifically for Australian conditions. The company is well established and 100% Australian owned, with the aim to supply competitive agricultural chemicals through key reseller networks to the end user, concentrating on product quality, customer satisfaction, good business practices and value for money.
They are committed to bringing the best products for the farming operation and pride themselves on their flexibility and the long‐term relationships they have developed with suppliers, resellers and farmers.
The Opportunity
With business continuing to grow in Qld and NSW, they are now looking to expand into the southern agricultural markets and states of Australia, with the appointment of a new role - Business Manager – Vic and Tas.
Reporting to the National Sales Manager, you will be responsible for developing the business and sales into the region through the reseller network and supplying them with solutions from a wide and increasing product range.
This includes being responsible for managing:
* Product Sales.
* Reseller relationships.
* Product portfolio.
* Warehousing and Logistics.
* Company finances and assets.
In this role, you will be in regular contact with resellers, farmers and agronomic advisors. As such, you will be the key contact point for the business, gaining an understanding of the challenges in the field and enabling flexible responses to changing needs.
About You
To be successful in this role you will ideally have:
* High level communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Optimally 5 years' experience in agricultural sales or marketing.
* Experience with budgets and forecasting.
* Ability to work independently and travel as required.
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in agricultural science/economics/business or related field experience / knowledge.
You will have a strong belief in forming close, open relationships as an essential part of successful business. Additionally, because the role is developing business in Victoria and Tasmania, it is preferable that you will be familiar with the area, along with the region's agricultural production practices.
This is an opportunity to be a part of a thriving crop protection supply business with the simple objective to be fair and flexible in all business dealings. Use your networks to showcase another trusted supply option, and your autonomy to make prompt business decisions.
You will be rewarded with a salary package including base salary, super, laptop, phone and home office setup. This role is home-based.
To Apply
For an initial discussion and copy of the Position Description, please contact Al Kellaway on 1300 380 701. Applications via rimfireresources.com.au.
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