Seed Product Development Manager - Brisbane, Australia - Rimfire Resources

Rimfire Resources

Verified Company

Brisbane, Australia

3 weeks ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Product Development and Commercialisation

Global, wellestablished company
Wellpositioned Brisbane office

About the Company
***Our client is long established agricultural input manufacturer and distributor with a focus on "Better Crop Production for a Growing Population". They have 50 years of experience in chemical manufacturing and formulation development and a global reach and now have a developing focus specialty hybrid vegetable seeds. They are now looking for a technically experienced person that shares their passion and will support their vision to be recognised as a world class supplier of crop protection products and specialised hybrid vegetable seeds for Australian Growers to join their team.

About the Role
This position will lead project work relating to the development and commercialisation of the new horticultural seed business and reports to the National Sales and Marketing Manager

Responsibilities will include:

Organise and manage seed Trial activities through 3rd parties researchers and farmers including analysing results to understand the outcomes and the impact on strategy
Lead and conduct market research and analysis both for Domestic and International markets
Establish and develop relationships with breeding partners and seed suppliers to ensure feedback loops on variety performance and opportunities
Attend industry events to market and promote the product and the company to prospective customers, clients and partners developing lasting relationships
Understand and develop biosecurity and shipping requirements for seed importation
Liaise with existing reseller clients to promote new hybrid seed varieties and their benefits for farmers
Support the business with developing marketing materials to promote products where appropriate

About the Person

Relevant technical seed experience of a minimum of 5 years
Tertiary qualifications in Agriculture/Horticulture or similar
A developed understanding of the sector and its challenges
Outstanding communication skills
Natural drive and initiative
The ability to work productively in a small team

This is an outstanding opportunity to be involved in the development and commercialisation of new products with a focus on productivity for growers.

With a desirable office location and the opportunity to travel both regionally and interstate for the right person there are opportunities to hone your skills and mould your future role.