Sales Technician Fertiliser / Técnico Comercial de Fertilizantes
5 days ago
Zaragoza
Puedes encontrar la traducción al español debajo de la descripción del puesto en inglés. Role Overview We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a Sales Technician based in Northern Spain to drive the development of our fertiliser business. The role will ensure customer loyalty while identifying and securing new commercial opportunities, combining field-based agronomic advisory work with proactive commercial management with customers, distributors and strategic partners. The role provides long term development potential for someone eager to demonstrate their skills and experience in the fast-paced soft commodities environment. ED&F Man Liquid Products Division is the leading global supplier of molasses, molasses blends and related liquid products, as well as dry products for the animal feed and fermentation industries. We are pioneers and traders in liquid agricultural by- and co-products, offering expertise in animal nutrition and feed dispense technology to farmers. We work closely with manufacturers such as rum and yeast producers to provide quality products from sustainable sources. Our capabilities include sourcing, shipping, storage and distribution of molasses, molasses blends and other sugar co-products, as well as vegetable and fish oils. ED&F Man Commodities is a world-leading trader of agricultural products including coffee, sugar, molasses and animal feed. Key Accountabilities: Develop and grow the fertiliser business across Northern Spain, while expanding coverage in Northern Portugal. Manage and retain an existing portfolio of distributors and key customers, ensuring long-term partnerships and high levels of service. Plan and execute regular field visits to maintain close customer contact and identify new opportunities. Provide technical agronomic advice, including crop nutrition recommendations, field trials, demonstrations and after-sales support. Identify and introduce new product opportunities, including solutions derived from sugar industry co-products. Collaborate closely with strategic partners, including acting as technical liaison with ACOR in relation to fertiliser plant operations and associated projects. Add value to sugar foams and related by-products through technical monitoring, proposal development and commercial promotion. Maintain accurate CRM records, ensuring traceability of activities, opportunity follow-up and clear reporting. Skills and Experience: University degree in agricultural engineering or a related discipline. Previous professional experience is advantageous, however recent graduates with internship, academic project or practical experience will also be considered. Strong commercial mindset with the ability to build trust-based, long-term relationships with farmers, distributors and industry stakeholders. Solid agronomic knowledge with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical field recommendations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening and adaptability to different audiences. Proactive, autonomous and well-organised, with the ability to plan routes, prioritise tasks and manage follow-up effectively. Resilient and persistent, with the ability to manage long sales cycles and negotiations. Competent in Microsoft Office packages and comfortable using CRM systems for structured reporting. Intermediate level of English for communication with corporate headquarters and suppliers. Valid driving licence and willingness to travel frequently across Northern Spain. Preferably based in Zaragoza, Huesca, Lleida, Navarra or La Rioja. Versión en español Ofrecemos una excelente oportunidad de incorporarse como Técnico Comercial de Fertilizantes, con base en la zona norte de España , para impulsar el desarrollo de nuestro negocio de fertilizantes. El puesto garantizará la fidelización de la cartera de clientes actual y la identificación y captación de nuevas oportunidades comerciales, y consistirá en combinar el asesoramiento técnico agronómico en el campo con la gestión comercial proactiva de distribuidores, fabricantes y clientes. Ofrecemos un puesto con un importante potencial de desarrollo a largo plazo para una persona con motivación para crecer profesionalmente en un entorno dinámico dentro del sector agrícola y de fertilizantes. ED&F Man Liquid Products Division es el proveedor líder mundial de melaza, mezclas de melaza y otros productos líquidos relacionados, así como productos secos para las industrias de alimentación animal y fermentación. Somos pioneros y traders en subproductos y coproductos agrícolas líquidos y ofrecemos experiencia en nutrición animal y tecnología de dispensación de alimentos para ganaderos. Trabajamos estrechamente con fabricantes de ron y levadura para suministrar productos de calidad procedentes de fuentes sostenibles. Nuestras capacidades incluyen el aprovisionamiento, transporte, almacenamiento y distribución de melaza, mezclas de melaza y otros coproductos del azúcar, así como aceites vegetales y de pescado. ED&F Man Commodities es uno de los principales traders mundiales de productos agrícolas, como el café, el azúcar, la melaza y la alimentación animal. Responsabilidades principales: Desarrollar y hacer crecer el negocio de fertilizantes en la zona Norte de España, ampliando asimismo la cobertura en el norte de Portugal. Gestionar y fidelizar la cartera actual de distribuidores y clientes clave, garantizando relaciones sólidas y un alto nivel de servicio. Planificar y realizar visitas presenciales periódicas para asegurar un seguimiento continuo y detectar nuevas oportunidades. Proporcionar asesoramiento técnico agronómico en campo, incluyendo recomendaciones de nutrición y manejo de cultivos, demostraciones, ensayos y soporte postventa. Identificar oportunidades de negocio en nuevos cultivos y sectores prioritarios. Introducir y promover nuevos productos, incluyendo soluciones derivadas de subproductos de la industria azucarera. Colaborar estrechamente con socios estratégicos clave, incluyendo la función de enlace técnico con ACOR en relación con la planta de fertilizantes y proyectos asociados. Aportar valor añadido a las espumas de azucarería y otros coproductos mediante seguimiento técnico, desarrollo de propuestas y promoción comercial. Mantener un uso riguroso del CRM, asegurando la trazabilidad de las acciones, el seguimiento estructurado de oportunidades y un reporting claro. Perfil y requisitos: Titulación universitaria en Ingeniería Agronómica, Ingeniería Técnica Agrícola o disciplina afín. No se requiere experiencia profesional previa; se valorarán prácticas, proyectos universitarios o actividades que demuestren iniciativa, trato con clientes y ganas de aprender. Clara orientación comercial y al cliente, con capacidad para generar confianza y construir relaciones a largo plazo. Interés y curiosidad técnica en el ámbito agronómico y de soluciones fertilizantes. Excelentes habilidades de comunicación y empatía, con capacidad de escucha activa y adaptación del mensaje a agricultores, distribuidores e industria. Perfil proactivo y orientado al trabajo en campo, con constancia en las visitas y el seguimiento. Capacidad de organización y autonomía, incluyendo planificación de rutas, priorización y disciplina en la gestión de oportunidades. Resiliencia y perseverancia para gestionar ciclos de venta largos, objeciones y procesos de negociación. Manejo fluido de Microsoft Office 365 y familiaridad con sistemas CRM para un reporting estructurado. Nivel de inglés intermedio para comunicación con corporativo y proveedores. Permiso de conducir en vigor y alta disponibilidad para viajar con frecuencia por la zona Norte de España. Residencia preferente en Zaragoza, Huesca, Lleida, Navarra o La Rioja. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a technically minded and commercially driven agricultural professional to build a long-term career within an international soft commodities organisation. We recognise that talent comes in many forms, and we value potential just as much as experience. If this role excites you but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Our Offer We provide a fast-paced, stimulating and truly global environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive salary and benefits combined with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the global leaders in soft commodity trading. Our Values Respect, Integrity, Meritocracy, Client Focus, Entrepreneurship Our values define who we are. They are the fundamental beliefs that determine our actions and guide our behaviour. They influence the way we communicate and collaborate, and define the way we engage with our clients, partners, and communities. Our values are underpinned by a set of essential behaviours, which form part of our performance management approach. Delivering on our objectives is very much about ‘what’ we do, but these essential behaviours also provide a guide and measure for ‘how’ we do things. Our performance essentials are Take Initiative, Self‐Management, Deliver Results and Collaboration. Our Commitment We are committed to creating and sustaining an inclusive and diverse work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and are focussed on actively building and developing diverse teams. All qualified applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to race, colour, sex, gender, age, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, marital or civil partner status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment (identity, gender expression), genetic information or any characteristic protected by local law. We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. To apply you must have the right to work for the provided location.
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