Head of Sales (Plantation Services) - Jakarta

Long-term contract
Localisation Jakarta, Indonesia
No remote
10+ yrs of exp.
Posted on 08-22-2024

SawitPRO

SawitPRO is a cutting-edge green digital agritech startup located in the heart of Jakarta. Our mission is to be the best innovator that improves the lives of everyone in the palm oil industry.

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The candidate’s responsibility will be to work closely with VP Operations and Senior Agronomist. You will lead the development and commercialization of a scalable, profitable, affordable and competitive specialized services tailored for oil palm smallholders. Your aim will be to empower smallholders, boost their productivity, and drive profitability through our game-changing solutions. If you're ready to combine your agronomic expertise, business savvy, and leadership skills to create a sustainable future for palm oil cultivation, let us know.

You will be responsible to:

● Develop new and innovative services and oversee the implementation of existing service offerings, including agronomy services, leaf sampling, fertilizer recommendations, and training centre.

● Collaborate with agronomy experts to ensure our services are based on the latest scientific research and are tailored to the specific needs of oil palm smallholders.

● Design and execute scalable, affordable and competitive business strategies, market and sell services to smallholders, focusing on value proposition and customer

satisfaction.

● Manage the service delivery team to ensure high-quality and efficient service execution.

● Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of services, making adjustments to offerings as necessary to meet revenue and profitability goals.

● Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including smallholders, industry experts, and governmental bodies.

● Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.

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You need to demonstrate the following requirements:

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Business Administration, or related fields.

● Minimum of 10 years of experience in the agriculture industry, with a strong preference for experience in the palm oil sector.

● Proven track record in developing and managing agricultural services with a focus on commercial success.

● Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in tropical agriculture, especially in oil palm cultivation.

● Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

● Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

● Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities, with exceptional communication and presentation skills.