Job Vacancies at Bayer East Africa

Customer Agronomist at Bayer East Africa

Main Purpose:

Showcase Bayer value propositions and train partners and smallholder farmers on the ground
Create demand for Bayer solutions via physical showcases and demos as well as support for digital channels
Build Bayer and Dekalb brand value proposition in the region
Region: South Rift / Nyanza

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Deliver the mission for the region together with the customer facing squad
Jointly manage the regional P&L with the customer-facing team
Ensure that the regional 90-day sales goals including budget are achieved
Support to identify most strategic retailers in the area
Co-develop annual regional sales and campaign plans for the region with the team
Establish demand generation trials and events on the ground aligned with regional plan
Conduct trainings and support VBAs and lead farmers
Coordinate w. seasonal demand creation workforce and partners
Identify business opportunities and develop strategies to capture them.
Identify volume and market share gaps/trends and feed into regional strategy
Keep track of competitors activities and market changes and feed back to supporting units

Key Working Relations:

Cluster Commercial Lead
Customer Facing Squad (incl. digital / customer interaction / …) / other regions
Value Proposition Unit Support Squad
ComOps Unit Support Squad
Partnership KAM and Tender Liaison / (new business squad)
Farmers, VBAs, Stakeholders, Channel & Business Partner

Qualifications & Competencies:

University Degree in Agriculture, preferably in seed or crop protection
Relevant experience in crop agronomy, seeds and pest control practices
Solid technical knowledge of varied agricultural practices and agronomic practices and understanding of local market environment.
Demonstrate Bayer core competencies: Customer Focus, Drives Results, Values Differences, Manages Complexity, Collaboration, and Instills Trust.
Ability to collaborate/communicate with and develop internal and external partnerships.
Ability to work well in smallholder farmer markets.
Highly motivated, creative, dynamic, and well organized.
Proficiency in English and Kiswahili languages essential to facilitate communication at the official and ground levels
Valid driving license – Class G (Motorcycle)

Main Purpose

As the Seed Corn Field Equipment Technician at Bayer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of all field equipment related to seed corn production.
This position requires a deep understanding of agricultural machinery, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to managing equipment logistics and maintenance schedules.
Coordinates the operational processes involving field equipment to support planting, detasseling and harvesting operations.
Implement and administrate maintenance programs.
Manage growers regarding planning and execution of various field activities such as planting, detasseling and harvesting.
Give weekly reports on machine utilization rate.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Equipment Management:

Oversee the procurement, deployment, and maintenance of all field equipment necessary for seed corn production.
Ensure all equipment is properly calibrated, functional, and compliant with safety standards.
Implement preventative maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime during critical production periods.

Operational Efficiency:

Work closely with field operations teams to optimize equipment usage and efficiency
Develop strategies to improve equipment performance and reduce operational costs.
Monitor equipment performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed.

Logistics and Inventory Management:

Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies required for equipment maintenance.
Coordinate equipment logistics, including transportation and storage, to support seasonal and operational needs.
Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, repairs, and maintenance activities.

Team Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including agronomists, engineers, and technicians to support seed corn production goals.
Provide technical guidance and training to field staff on equipment operation and maintenance best practices.

Safety and Compliance:

Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
Conduct regular safety inspections and promote a culture of safety among the equipment team.

Qualifications & Competencies:

Agricultural or technical Diploma. Or 3 years practical experience in farming activities, planting and harvesting.
3 Years seed production experience
Fluent in English
MS Office software (Excel, E-mail, Word, Project etc.)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Results oriented with ability to work on own initiative
Strong teamwork (flexibility to work across the areas and positively influencing others)
Establish clear direction and making decisions on a timely manne