Job Title: Sales Agronomist
Organisation: NASECO Seeds
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
NASECO (1996) Ltd is the leading seed company in Uganda and in East African region. The company has 25 years of experience in the production and commercialization of high-quality agricultural seed such as cereals and pulses, as well as the distributor of East West International hybrid vegetables seeds. NASECO has its head office in Kampala and production plant in Nalweyo Kakumiro district.
Job Summary: To drive sales of NASECO’s products at the company sales depot by providing accurate product knowledge, excellent customer service, and basic agronomic advice to walk-in clients, ensuring sales targets are met.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Sales & Customer Service (Primary Role)
- Promote and sell NASECO products- seeds to farmers, agro-dealers, and distributors visiting the depot.
- Achieve monthly/quarterly sales targets while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
- Process sales transactions, issue receipts/invoices, and handle cash/payment records accurately.
- Follow up with customers (e.g., phone calls, messages) to encourage repeat purchases.
Agronomic Advisory Provide general guidance on:
- Seed variety selection (best seeds for different regions, seasons and niche markets).
- Best agronomic practices (Seed rate, Spacing, fertilizer application, Weed and Pest management etc).
- Basic agronomy troubleshooting (pest & disease diagnostics, plant nutrition and product recommendation).
Depot Operations & Record-Keeping
- Maintain a clean, organized, and presentable sales desk.
- Update sales records in the company system daily.
- Prepare and submit daily sales reports to the supervisor.
Customer Relationship Management
- Build rapport with repeat customers (smallholder farmers, commercial growers, agro-dealers).
- Handle complaints and escalate unresolved issues to the supervisor.
Market & Product Knowledge
- Stay updated on NASECO’s product portfolio.
- Any other related duties that may be allocated to you from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field (basic agronomy knowledge needed).
- Professional Experience: Two years’ sales experience in any agriculture field preferably in a busy working environment.
- Competencies: Good understanding of NASECO products; Strong customer service skills; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Basic computer skills (Excel, sales software)
- Ability to explain technical products in simple terms Working knowledge of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, Computer skills in MS Word and MS Excel.
How to Apply:
Submit your Application which must include a Cover letter, Resume and academic documents strictly to [email protected]
Human Resource Manager,
Naseco (1996) Ltd,
Plot 21/23, Entebbe Road,
P.O Box 24137, Kampala Uganda
Deadline: 15th June 2025
NB: All applications will be selected on merit and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.
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