Agriculture Business Manager Position Open

Job Summary

The Agriculture Business Manager will lead the sales, spare parts, and service operations of the Agriculture Division across Ethiopia. The role involves:

• Strategic planning and budgeting
• Team management
• Business development to ensure growth and profitability

This individual will be responsible for:

• Identifying market opportunities
• Expanding the customer base
• Overseeing cross-functional operations
• Achieving sales and service targets
• Conducting regular market research
• Providing periodic performance reports

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, organize, and supervise agricultural equipment sales, spare parts, and after-sales service.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to drive growth and market presence.
• Achieve sales and service revenue targets by managing and motivating the sales team.
• Strengthen after-sales service and parts distribution performance.
• Establish strong customer relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
• Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities and monitor competitors.
• Provide coaching, support, and performance feedback to sales representatives.
• Coordinate operations across sales, service, and support departments.
• Prepare and present regular sales performance reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Drive continuous improvement through training and implementation of best practices.
• Ensure alignment with corporate standards, legal compliance, and industry trends.

Qualifications:

• MSc or BSc in Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Mechanization Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years (with BSc) or 12 years (with MSc) of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years in a sales or business development managerial role within the agricultural sector.
• Proven success in meeting/exceeding sales targets and driving strategic growth.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• In-depth technical knowledge of agricultural machinery and after-sales services.
• Experience with inventory management and corporate business practices.
• Strong business acumen and industry awareness.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, AGCO NET, and EPSILON.
• Commitment to professional development and learning.
• Fluency in English.
• Preferably Ethiopian nationality.

Skills Required:

• Agricultural / Studies
• Industrial / Manufacturing
• Sales / Marketing / Business / Management