Overview
Snr Farmer Relationship Manager Jobs in Centurion, Gauteng at Nile Fresh (Pty) Ltd
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The opportunity
Nile.ag is at the forefront of revolutionizing food trade across Africa through our innovative e-commerce platform. We connect farmers directly to markets with the highest demand for their fresh produce. Our mission is to enhance farmer incomes and make food more accessible for consumers. Discover more about our vision at www.nile.ag/about
The role
We are on the lookout for a Senior Farmer Relationship Manager who is passionate about empowering farmers and driving business growth. In this pivotal role, you will take the lead on:
Developing our annual supply plan across farming regions and >100 categories of fruit and vegetables
Managing a team of Farmer Relationship Managers who are category focused
Developing and expanding relationships with our key farmer partners
Overseeing the onboarding and training of farmers to effectively utilize the Nile platform
Creating sustainable strategies to grow the business turnover within assigned farming groups
Regularly engaging with farmers to ensure satisfaction and address any challenges
Requirements
Significant experience in managing relationships with fruit and vegetable farmers
Management experience, with an ability to navigate the complexity of fresh produce supply
Exposure to retail buying would be positive
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
A degree in Agriculture, Business Management, or a related field
Proficiency in leveraging technology for business growth
Benefits
Competitive remuneration
Opportunity to develop your career within a fast growing company
Modern and fun work environment
Exposure to cutting-edge technology that is reshaping the fresh industry
Title: Snr Farmer Relationship Manager
Company: Nile Fresh (Pty) Ltd
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
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