Bridge Talent Management

Technical Sales Officer – Greenhouse & Irrigation

Bridge Talent Management  •  Republic of Kenya (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description


We are seeking to hire a results-driven

Technical Sales Officer

to manage agronomy support, product sales, and project development within an assigned region. The role focuses on delivering technical solutions, building strong customer relationships, and driving sales growth in irrigation and greenhouse systems.


Key Responsibilities


Sales & Business Development


  • Market and sell irrigation and greenhouse products and systems within the allocated region

  • Prospect, develop, and manage new and existing customers and projects

  • Interpret customer needs and prepare accurate quotations

  • Present, negotiate, and close sales deals

  • Follow up on consumables and project quotations to shorten sales cycles

  • Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets

  • Assist with debt collection and reduction of overdue accounts


Customer Relationship Management


  • Build and maintain long-term customer relationships

  • Conduct regular customer visits and provide after-sales technical support

  • Handle customer enquiries, complaints, and product quality claims

  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through proactive service


Technical & Agronomy Support


  • Conduct site surveys and support the design team with crop and field data

  • Provide agronomy advice on:

    Crop suitability for different climatic zones

    Soil sampling, preparation, and irrigation scheduling Carry out demo plots and field trials for new products and technologies

    Collect, document, and share agronomy innovations and best practices


Reporting & Administration


  • Maintain accurate records in Google Sheets / Epicor, including:

    Customer master lists

    Quotations (consumables and projects)

    Future projects and expansions

    Agronomy services and demo trials

    Weekly work programs

    Sales forecasts

    Quarterly performance reports

    Demo and field trial reports

    Collect and update crop acreage data within the region


Marketing & Training


  • Conduct customer and team training on the latest farming technologies and products

  • Coordinate supplier-led training sessions and field days

  • Participate in agricultural trade fairs, exhibitions, and company training programs

  • Work with the marketing team on product promotions, publications, and sales specials


Stakeholder Engagement


  • Liaise with suppliers on product performance and market needs

  • Maintain relationships with regional and international agricultural bodies, research institutions, ministries, and consultants


Requirements


  • Tertiary qualification in Agronomy or a related field

  • Sales, customer service, or sales strategy training is an added advantage

  • Minimum of

    5 years’ experience

    in sales, agronomy, or a related technical environment

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong sales, negotiation, and customer engagement abilities

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems

  • Ability to work independently and meet targets
  • Bridge Talent Management

    About Bridge Talent Management

    Bridge Talent Management (BTM) is an advanced tech powered Employee Outsourcing Company that leverages the right tools to source and bring the right workforce to support your business operations. We take away all employee related risks while allowing you the ability to focus on your core business and scale.

    We take control of the hectic HR & Finance functions in your organization. We have established structures that support your;

    - Hiring needs

    - Contracting

    - Onboarding

    - Employee relations & management

    - Policy adherence and labor laws

    - Payroll Management

    - Disciplinary & conflict management

    Industry
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    Company Size
    51-200 employees
    Headquarters
    Nairobi, KE
    Year Founded
    2021
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