Unit Manager -Agricultural Machinery at Agrimatco LTD

About the Job

Position Overview: Agrimatco LTD is a leading international agricultural distribution company operating in 50 countries. We specialize in distributing crop protection, crop nutrition, seeds, veterinary products, public health items, irrigation systems, and agricultural machinery & tools. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Machinery Unit Manager to oversee our Machinery and Spare Parts department at Agrimatco Tanzania Ltd. The role demands strong leadership, strategic planning, and a commitment to achieving sales targets while ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction.

Our Culture: At Agrimatco, our culture drives our success. We are a team of passionate experts dedicated to maintaining our leading position in the market. Our workplace fosters innovation, collaboration, and dedication, reflecting our core values in everything we do.

Ideal Candidate: We are searching for a Machinery Unit Manager with expertise in agricultural engineering, mechanical engineering, or mechatronics. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of achieving sales targets, developing effective department processes, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. With 5-10 years of experience in the field, the candidate should possess in-depth knowledge of the agricultural machinery and spare parts market, including sales, marketing, and after-sales service.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve sales targets and expand the customer base.
Lead and mentor the sales team, setting objectives, and monitoring performance for maximum productivity and sales growth.
Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and challenges, adjusting sales strategies accordingly.
Meet or exceed monthly and annual sales targets across Tanzania country territories.
Develop, communicate, enforce, and monitor department processes in collaboration with country sales teams to ensure customer satisfaction.
Offer technical and commercial insights to aid company management in product identification, introduction, and positioning.
Compile comprehensive supplier information and work with management to introduce new product types.
Provide technical support to clients and coordinate with management to provide alternative solutions if required.
Consolidate and strengthen relationships with all distribution and sales channels.
Monitor stock of machinery and spare parts and prevent any shortages.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics.
Proficiency in English.
5-10 years of experience in Machinery engineering related to Agriculture Machinery and Spare Parts.
Proven track record in Sales, marketing, and after-sales service.
Deep understanding of customer service principles and issue resolution.

Skills:

Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
Willingness to travel as required.
Strong computer literacy, particularly in Excel.
Strong leadership skills.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for agricultural machinery and spare parts, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team at Agrimatco Tanzania Ltd.