Director of Byproduct Sales

Director of Byproduct Sales
Role Description:
Sanergy is looking for a dedicated and experienced leader to spearhead the next chapter of sales growth of its agricultural products.
With a few months of commercial sales under our belt, this person will be responsible for building this team, executing on sales, and diversifying this revenue stream.
This role involves a unique combination of research, strategy, sales, partnership development, and team management.
We are looking for a Director who can both handle the high-level strategy and the minute details of customer relations.
This person will bring seasoned experience in agricultural sales, and a deep knowledge and network within the Kenyan market.
Responsibilities:

Leading the Byproduct Sales team, including the sales and technical/product development team

P&L responsibilities, including budgeting, goal-setting, and executing on targets

Actively helping to open new sales/partnership channels, guide the sales team on customer development, and close major partnerships

Reporting to company Directors and Board Members

Leading recruitment and hiring of additional team members

Setting priorities for new product development

Accelerating progress towards regulatory certifications

Iterating and improving upon internal systems and processesRequirements:

Minimum of 8 years’ experience in an agricultural field, preferably sales of agricultural inputs

Extensive knowledge of the agricultural ecosystem in Kenya

Masters degree preferred, Bachelors degree required

Demonstrated ability to manage a team, formulate strategies, and deliver results

Experience in building sales teams and forging clients partnerships

Strong communication skills - verbal, written, and computer

Willingness to work in a variety of conditions including field and office

A combination of local and international experience preferred

More fundamentally, we believe that we are on the cusp of transformative change, and we seek people who believe their skills will bring about that transformative change.If you are interested, please see; Director of Byproduct Sales to submit your application-cover letter and CV-online