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Agriculture Business Manager

Ries Engineering S.C

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Business

Business Administration

Addis Ababa

8 years - 12 years

1 Position

2025-09-25

to

2025-10-27

Required Skills

analyse business processes

Fields of study

Agricultural Engineering

Business Administration

Full Time

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Job Description

Ries Engineering S. Co. (RESCO) is a well-established Ethiopian company founded in 1961, recognized as a leading supplier of machinery, vehicles, and services in the construction, mining, automotive, and agriculture sectors. As the exclusive distributor of KOMATSU in Ethiopia, RESCO also proudly represents other globally renowned brands including Ford, Cummins, and Massey Ferguson. With a strong national presence and a solid branch network, RESCO delivers comprehensive solutions from heavy equipment and power systems to vehicles and agricultural machinery – all backed by expert technical support.

The Agriculture Business Manager will lead the sales, spare parts, and service operations of the Agriculture Division across Ethiopia. The role involves strategic planning, budgeting, team management, and business development, ensuring the growth and profitability of the agricultural segment.

This individual will be responsible for identifying market opportunities, expanding the customer base, overseeing cross-functional operations, and achieving sales and service targets. Reporting directly to the GM/DGM, the manager will also conduct regular market research and provide periodic performance reports.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Lead, organize, and supervise agricultural equipment sales, spare parts, and after-sales service.

  • Develop and implement strategic business plans to drive growth and market presence.

  • Achieve sales and service revenue targets by managing and motivating the sales team.

  • Strengthen after-sales service and parts distribution performance.

  • Establish strong customer relationships and ensure client satisfaction.

  • Conduct market analysis to identify new opportunities and monitor competitors.

  • Provide coaching, support, and performance feedback to sales representatives.

  • Coordinate operations across sales, service, and support departments.

  • Prepare and present regular sales performance reports, budgets, and forecasts.

  • Drive continuous improvement through training and implementation of best practices.

  • Ensure alignment with corporate standards, legal compliance, and industry trends.

Job Requirements

Candidate Profile Educational Qualifications:

  • MSc or BSc in Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Mechanization Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Work Experience:

  • Minimum 8 years (with BSc) or 12 years (with MSc) of relevant experience.

  • At least 5 years in a sales or business development managerial role within the agricultural sector.

  • Proven success in meeting/exceeding sales targets and driving strategic growth.

Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

  • In-depth technical knowledge of agricultural machinery and after-sales services.

  • Experience with inventory management and corporate business practices.

  • Strong business acumen and industry awareness.

  • Proficiency in ERP systems, AGCO NET, and EPSILON.

  • Commitment to professional development and learning.

  • Fluency in English.

  • Preferably Ethiopian nationality

How To Apply

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to send their application letter, detailed CV, and supporting documents to:  jobs@riesethiopia.com

 Deadline: Within 10 working days from the date of this announcement.

Fields Of Study

Agricultural Engineering

Business Administration

Skills Required

analyse business processes

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