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Role & responsibilities Job Title: Sales Manager Crop Protection (Government Sales) Location: Mumbai (Bandra West) Experience: 8+ years Qualification: Bachelor's/Masters in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field Industry: Agriculture, Crop Protection, Agri Inputs Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced Sales Manager with expertise in crop protection and government sales. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in agricultural sales, particularly dealing with government institutions, tenders, and large-scale procurement. Key Responsibilities: Government Sales & Business Development: Identify and develop business opportunities with government agencies (Central & State). Manage tendering processes, registrations, and compliance for government sales. Build strong relationships with key government stakeholders, policymakers, and agricultural departments. Crop Protection Sales: Promote and sell crop protection products (pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, etc.) to government institutions and agencies. Work closely with R&D and regulatory teams to ensure product approvals and registrations. Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute sales strategies to increase revenue in the government segment. Monitor government policies, subsidy programs, and procurement trends to align sales efforts. Key Account Management: Engage with agriculture universities, research institutes, and government procurement agencies. Drive long-term partnerships for sustainable business growth. Team & Market Development: Provide training and support to sales teams and channel partners. Conduct market analysis and competitor benchmarking to enhance sales strategies. Key Requirements: 8+ years of experience in Agri Sales, specifically in Crop Protection and Government Sales. Strong understanding of government procurement processes, tenders, and agri policies. Excellent relationships with government agencies, agriculture departments, and regulatory bodies. Proven track record of achieving sales targets in the agriculture sector. Good knowledge of crop protection products and agronomic practices. Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Willingness to travel extensively. Preferred Qualifications: B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or a related field. Experience working with government tenders and institutional sales.
