Agronomist

Overview

Omnia’s Agriculture division, the market leader in southern Africa, comprises Omnia Fertilizer and Omnia Specialities. The division produces granular, liquid and speciality fertilizers for a broad customer base of farmers, co-operatives and wholesalers throughout southern and East Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil. The division is expanding its influence in Europe, South America and Asia, where it is increasing its sales of speciality products. The Omnia Agriculture division’s range of specialised products and services are encompassed by its unique Nutriology offering, which assists customers to optimise crop yield and quality.

Qualifications

A minimum of a B.Sc. Agric (Major in Agronomy, Horticulture and/or Soil Science)
5-year minimum experience in agronomy and specifically potato and irrigation production.

Experience

• Previous or similar work experience will be a definite advantage
• Knowledge and a passion for potatoes would be a strong advantage
• Knowledge of irrigation production would be a strong advantage.

Duties

• Provide professional fertilization and agronomic advice to farming enterprises
• Provide strategic support to Omnia representatives/agents
• Work in close cooperation with Omnia Regional Management
• Function as an integral part of and be central to the Omnia Marketing model

Job Competencies

• Sound knowledge of agronomic principles with fertilization recommendations in mind
• Excellent Afrikaans language skills (verbal and written)
• Presentation skills
• Computer literacy
• Interest in a dynamic marketing environment
• Good grasp of the concepts of “client needs” and “adding value”

General

Additional information about the company and the role can be provided upon request.