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 teamP&L responsibilities, including budgeting, goal-setting, and executing on targetsActively helping to open new sales/partnership channels, guide the sales team on customer development, and close major partnershipsReporting to company Directors and Board MembersLeading recruitment and hiring of additional team membersSetting priorities for new product developmentAccelerating progress towards regulatory certificationsIterating and improving upon internal systems and processesRequirements:
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in an agricultural field, preferably sales of agricultural inputsExtensive knowledge of the agricultural ecosystem in KenyaMasters degree preferred, Bachelors degree requiredDemonstrated ability to manage a team, formulate strategies, and deliver resultsExperience in building sales teams and forging clients partnershipsStrong communication skills - verbal, written, and computerWillingness to work in a variety of conditions including field and officeA combination of local and international experience preferredMore 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