Sales Representative

Koppert Biological Systems (K) Ltd. is a subsidiary of Koppert B.V. Netherlands -the international market leader in the field of natural/biological crop protection. We are seeking to fill the position of sales representative supporting the flower and export-vegetable segment. 

Reporting to the commercial manager, the incumbent’s principal responsibilities will include: 

•  Undertake sales of Koppert products within the designated region and meet set targets. 
•  Coordinate sales efforts with marketing, sales management, finance, logistics, and technical departments. 
•  Support customers to successfully use and implement Koppert solutions. 
•  Undertake training of growers on integrated pest and crop management 
•  Establish, develop, and maintain good business relationships with current and new 
• customers in the assigned territory/market segment 
•  Undertake analysis of the regional market potential to guide decision-making. 
•  Represent the company at industry events, trade fairs, and exhibitions. 
•  Ensure optimal product management by distributors and streamline the supply chain. 
•  Establish and maintain end-user database for communication purposes. 

Required qualifications and skills: 

•  A Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture or Agriculture from a recognized university. 
•  Additional post-graduate qualifications in business/sales/marketing will be an added 
• advantage. 
•  Minimum 5 years experience in sales and marketing of agriculture inputs (biologicals, 
• agrochemicals, fertilizers, seeds, etc.) 
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills, including formal presentations and 
• computer proficiency. 
•  Good organizational and negotiation skills; attention to detail, integrity, and self-drive. 
•  A team player, customer-oriented, able to build and maintain strong relationships. 
•  Excellent time management and willingness to travel. 
•  A valid driving license.