Input Sales Manager

Our Affiliate, Intel Outsourcing Services is looking for a Input Sales Manager in Ivory Coast/ Abidjan for one of its clients specialized in Agtech company in Africa.

CLOSING DATE:    30/10/2023

PURPOSE

The Input Sales Manager will be responsible to lead on sourcing, distribution, sales and recovery of farm inputs and machinery. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of proven experience as a Input Sales Manager or similar leadership role.

RESPONSABILITIES

• Develop strategies and operational plans for the team in alignment with the Company’s business goals.
• Leads on input sourcing by establishing partnership with key importers.
• Measures progress against goals, regularly reports on progress, and holds the team accountable for prioritizing and delivering results in key strategic zones.
• Ensure smooth working relationships with partners including but not limited to negotiation, contracting, and building long term relationships with them.
• Oversee and manage team performance; conduct quarterly reviews with the corporate operation Unit so each team member is aware of perceived progress and areas for improvement.
• Ensure efficient and cost-effective distribution of inputs and assets.
• Ensure the recovery of input sales revenue from all customers both under cash and credit sales arrangement.
• Have full oversight into stock purchases and inventory at partner warehouses and the Organization’s warehouses.
• Establish and cultivate strong relationships to ensure that all field staff maximize their career performance and job satisfaction as part of the Organization.
• Develop key initiatives that will enable the Organization to generate higher impact & revenue for farmers while reducing the cost of serving farmers as the program scales.
• Prepare and review the annual budget for the area of responsibility.
• Analyze regional market trends and discover new opportunities for growth.
• Address potential problems and suggest prompt solutions.
• Works closely with the commodity team to create market access for all farmers in the farmer services program.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, or a related field
• Knowledge of the systemic challenges in Agricultural value chains in the African sub regions.
• Project management skills and the ability to create and stick to timelines.
• Proven experience as an Input Sales Manager or similar leadership role, 5 years +
• Leadership and Strategic thinking abilities.
• Proven success building high-performing technical teams and working with rapid growth and implementing change.
• Knowledge of technological trends to build strategy and facilitate market access.
• Strong business analysis, planning and financial management skills.
• Great negotiation skills, proven ability to pitch and close deals.
• Excellent oral communication, writing and presentation skills.
• Must speak/ write French and English fluently and other languages across Africa is an added advantage.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.