Sales Agronomist

Job description

About Us

ATS Agrochemicals Ltd is a leading innovator and distributor of crop protection solutions in Zambia. With over 25 years of experience, ATS Agrochemicals Ltd has built its presence across the country, becoming a trusted partner to farmers from planting through to harvest. We provide a full range of herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, foliar fertilizers, and plant growth stimulants, backed by strong technical agronomic support.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a self-motivated and results-driven Sales Agronomist to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager – Copperbelt, the successful candidate will be primarily responsible for providing agronomic advice, training, and technical support to smallholder, emergent farmers and specific commercial farmers, while also driving sales growth of the company’s products within the region.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

1.   Farmer Engagement & Technical Support

Deliver agronomic advice on crop nutrition, crop protection, and sustainable practices.
Conduct farm visits, demonstrations, and field trials to showcase product performance.
Support farmers in developing planting schedules, crop calendars, and integrated pest/disease management programs.
Provide training on safe and effective use of products.

 2.   Capacity Building & Training

Organize farmer trainings, field days, and cooperative group sessions.
 Develop and share training materials.
 Mentor emergent farmers to transition into more productive and commercially viable operations.

 3.   Sales & Market Development

Promote company products to farmers, cooperatives, and agro-dealers in the region.
Identify sales opportunities and generate demand for company products.
Support the Regional Manager – Copperbelt with farmer mobilization, marketing campaigns, exhibitions, and product launches.
Develop and maintain strong business relationships with farmers, agro-dealers, and distributors.
Track and report on product movement, competitor activities, and market trends.
Achieve set sales targets, market share, and product adoption goals in assigned areas.

 Qualifications & Experience

Degree in agronomy/crop science or related field
Proven experience in agronomy, sales, and small and emergent farmer support (industry experience in agrochemicals is an added advantage).
Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of crop protection.
Exposure with smallholder and emergent farmers
Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Data-driven with strong reporting and record keeping skills
A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates, which include a cover letter and comprehensive curriculum vitae, via email only, to hr@atszambia.com no later than Tuesday 13th January 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.