Business Development Executive Job at CartAGRO

CartAGRO is dedicated to transforming the world of agriculture. We serve as a dynamic digital platform, connecting hardworking agro-farmers across Africa with potential buyers and sellers not only within our continent but also in the global marketplace.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Business Development Executive

Job Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Job Description
Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement strategic plans to drive CartAGRO's business growth and achieve revenue targets in the agritech sector.
• Analyze market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities within the agricultural industry to identify opportunities and challenges.

Grant Application:

• Identify relevant grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources specifically for agritech initiatives.
• Research grant requirements, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines.
• Develop compelling grant proposals that clearly articulate CartAGRO's mission, objectives, and project goals.
• Coordinate with internal teams to gather necessary information and documentation for grant proposals.
• Follow up on submitted proposals, provide additional information as requested, and track outcomes.

Operational Flow with Product (e.g., app):

• Collaborate with product development teams to understand the features, functionalities, and value proposition of CartAGRO's app or product.
• Identify target markets and user segments for the app, based on market research and customer insights within the agricultural sector.
• Develop strategies to promote the app and drive user adoption, engagement, and retention among farmers and buyers.
• Monitor app metrics and gather user feedback and insights to continuously improve the product.

Market Research:

• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks in the agritech industry.
• Identify farmers' and buyers' needs, pain points, and preferences through surveys and data analysis.
• Stay updated on industry developments, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies that may impact the agritech market.
• Collect and analyze data on market size, growth projections, and customer demographics related to agriculture.
• Use market research findings to inform product development, marketing strategies, and business expansion efforts.

Lead Generation and Partnership Development:

• Generate leads through various channels, focusing on farmers, buyers, and partners in the agricultural industry.
• Build and nurture relationships with potential clients, partners, and stakeholders to explore collaboration opportunities.
• Develop proposals and pitches to showcase CartAGRO's value proposition and benefits of partnership.
• Negotiate partnership agreements, contracts, and pricing terms to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Follow up on leads, track progress through the sales pipeline, and provide regular updates to management.

Compliance:

• Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that govern CartAGRO's operations in the agritech sector.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor changes in regulations to mitigate risks and maintain legal integrity.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from any reputable university, preferably in Agriculture, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Proven track record of success in previous roles within the agritech or related industries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on agriculture and technology.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills tailored to engaging with farmers, buyers, and industry stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with agritech tools and platforms.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: hr@cartagro.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.