Agribusiness Sales Executive Job

SafeNest is an innovative agribusiness company pioneering sustainable agricultural solutions through Black Soldier Fly technology. Our Larvarium solutions help farmers, investors, cooperatives, and businesses convert organic waste into valuable insect protein and organic fertiliser while improving agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Job Summary

• We are seeking ambitious, experienced Agribusiness Sales Executives to grow our customer base and drive Larvarium sales in Port Harcourt, Lagos and surrounding markets.

Job Purpose

• The Agribusiness Sales Executive will be responsible for generating leads, building customer relationships, conducting presentations and farm visits, and achieving a monthly sales target of 10 Larvariums.
• The ideal candidate must have relevant sales experience, a strong understanding of the agricultural market, and an existing network of farmers, agribusiness owners, cooperatives, investors, distributors, and other potential customers who can be approached immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve a monthly sales target of 10 Larvariums.
• Identify, engage, and convert prospective customers.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified sales opportunities.
• Conduct customer presentations, farm visits, product demonstrations, and sales meetings.
• Prospect within key customer segments, including:
• Commercial farmers
• Agricultural cooperatives and associations
• Agricultural investors
• Feed producers and distributors
• Recruit and activate independent sales partners and referral channels.
• Maintain consistent follow-up with prospective and existing customers.
• Submit accurate sales activity, pipeline, and performance reports.
• Provide customer feedback, competitor information, and market intelligence.
• Represent SafeNest at agricultural events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities.

Performance Targets

• Monthly individual target: 10 Larvariums
• Maintain a healthy and active sales pipeline.
• Conduct consistent customer meetings, farm visits, and follow-ups.
• Build a productive network of independent sales and referral partners.
• Maintain accurate and timely sales reports.

Candidate Requirements

• Candidates should possess a B.Sc Degree
• Minimum of three years’ relevant sales experience, preferably in: Agribusiness, real estate or investments
• Proven ability to generate leads, manage a sales pipeline, and close deals.
• Strong network within the agricultural sector.
• Good knowledge of the agricultural market in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and surrounding areas.
• Willingness to travel for customer meetings and farm visits.

Required Skills:

• Prospecting and lead generation
• Consultative and solution selling
• Strong pitching, presentation, and communication skills
• Negotiation, objection handling, and closing
• Relationship and partnership management
• Pipeline management and sales reporting
• Strong follow-up discipline
• Ability to work with targets and performance metrics
• Self-motivation, resilience, and accountability
• Ability to work independently and within a sales team

Working Arrangement:

• Mandatory office presence: 3-5 days as may be required.
• During the initial stage of the sales operation, employees may be required to work from the office more frequently to support onboarding, sales training, system setup, and team coordination.
• Other working days will focus on customer meetings, farm visits, product demonstrations, partner development, and field sales activities.

Remuneration

• Total Emolument: N250,000 monthly
• Sales Commission: N50,000 for every Larvarium sold (+?50,000 monthly)
• High-performing Sales Executives can earn substantially above their fixed salary through commissions and additional performance incentives.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated CV highlighting relevant sales and agricultural experience, Evidence of previous sales targets and achievements to: [email protected]using "Agribusiness Sales Executive" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only candidates with relevant sales experience, strong closing ability, and a credible market network will be considered.