NIVED AGRI-CENTER is a registered Malawian agribusiness enterprise based in Skinala, Zomba. We work with farmers, cooperatives, institutions and development partners to provide agribusiness consulting, market linkages, commodity and input supply, aquaculture, poultry and related services. We are seeking a proactive Agro-dealer Sales Assistant to support the sale and promotion of quality agricultural inputs to farmers and farming enterprises.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in selling and promoting agricultural inputs (e.g. fertilizers, seeds, pesticides, animal feeds, veterinary products, farm tools and equipment).
• Provide information and advice to farmers on the proper use of inputs.
• Assist in shop operations, stock control and proper record keeping.
• Display products, maintain shop cleanliness and ensure proper arrangement of stock.
• Identify customer needs and recommend suitable products and solutions.
• Conduct market outreach, farm visits and demonstrations with farmers.
• Support preparation of sales reports and customer feedback.
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing new stock.
• Build and maintain good relationships with farmers, cooperatives and other clients.
• Carry out any other related duties as assigned by the Agro-dealer / Operations Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a Certificate in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales and Marketing, or a related field.
• Candidates with a Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) and more than 5 years’ relevant experience in agricultural input sales or agro-dealership will also be considered.
• At least 2 years’ proven experience in selling agricultural inputs, preferably in an agro-dealer, farm inputs shop or related business.
• Good knowledge of agricultural inputs, their use and benefits.
• Good communication, customer service and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet sales targets and engage with farming communities.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) for reporting.

• Assist in selling and promoting agricultural inputs (e.g. fertilizers, seeds, pesticides, animal feeds, veterinary products, farm tools and equipment).
• Provide information and advice to farmers on the proper use of inputs.
• Assist in shop operations, stock control and proper record keeping.
• Display products, maintain shop cleanliness and ensure proper arrangement of stock.
• Identify customer needs and recommend suitable products and solutions.
• Conduct market outreach, farm visits and demonstrations with farmers.
• Support preparation of sales reports and customer feedback.
• Assist in receiving, checking and storing new stock.
• Build and maintain good relationships with farmers, cooperatives and other clients.
• Carry out any other related duties as assigned by the Agro-dealer / Operations Manager.

• Good communication skills
• Customer service skills
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to meet sales targets
• Ability to engage with farming communities
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

• Minimum of a Certificate in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Sales and Marketing, or a related field.
• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) and more than 5 years’ relevant experience in agricultural input sales or agro-dealership will also be considered.
• At least 2 years’ proven experience in selling agricultural inputs, preferably in an agro-dealer, farm inputs shop or related business.
• Good knowledge of agricultural inputs, their use and benefits.