About the Company

Our client is a prominent player in the agribusiness sector, dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through innovative solutions. They are committed to supporting farmers and enhancing crop yields with high-quality agrochemical products. Their focus is on sustainable growth and market leadership, driven by a deep understanding of the agricultural landscape and a commitment to excellence in product development and marketing. They foster a collaborative environment where expertise in agriculture and marketing converge to achieve impactful results.

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic Category Executive to join our client's leading agribusiness company. This role is crucial for driving growth and managing assigned crop protection product categories.

You will be responsible for developing and executing effective category plans, conducting thorough market analysis, and collaborating across departments to achieve sales and growth targets. Your expertise will ensure our product portfolio remains optimized and competitive.

Key responsibilities include tracking product performance, supporting new product launches, coordinating go-to-market initiatives, and working closely with sales teams to ensure widespread product availability and effective distribution.

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Required Skills

MarketingCategory ManagementSales OperationsCommercial RolesAgrochemicalsFMCGAnalytical SkillsData InterpretationCommercial MindsetMarket AnalysisCrop CyclesFarming SystemsCoordinationStakeholder ManagementMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointReporting ToolsProject ManagementTime Management

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of category plans aligned with sales and growth targets.
  • Manage assigned product categories, including SKU prioritization and crop focus strategies.
  • Track product and category performance, recommending corrective actions where required.
  • Support product lifecycle activities including new product launches and portfolio optimization.
  • Coordinate go-to-market initiatives such as product positioning, pricing support, and promotional execution.
  • Work closely with Sales teams to ensure product availability and effective distribution across territories.
  • Support trade promotions, farmer activations, field demonstrations, and seasonal campaigns.
  • Conduct market and competitive analysis on pricing, formulations, pack sizes, and promotional activities.
  • Gather and analyze market data to support pricing decisions and portfolio optimization.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly category performance reports and support management reviews.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, or related field (minimum of Second Class Upper).
  • 3–5 years’ experience in marketing, category management, sales operations, or commercial roles.
  • Experience in agrochemicals or FMCG is an added advantage.
  • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
  • Commercial and market-oriented mindset with good understanding of crop cycles and farming systems.
  • Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply

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This role is pivotal in driving the success of our crop protection product categories. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing strategic plans, conducting in-depth market analysis, and collaborating with various teams to ensure our products thrive in the market. Your efforts will directly contribute to sales growth and market penetration.

Posted Date

March 10, 2026

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