Sales Manager, Egypt

At Rijk Zwaan we place our people at the centre. As Sales Manager at Rijk Zwaan Egypt, you are responsible for leading a group of our people in the commercial activities of the company. You manage a sales team, coaching and supporting them in their professional development and helping them achieve their commercial objectives.

You work on the development of existing customers, distributors, and dealers, while also identifying new business opportunities and prospective partners. Together with your team, you maintain strong customer relationships and ensure excellent customer support.

You define and execute the sales strategy, develop customer plans, and translate market opportunities into sustainable business growth.

In this role, you closely monitor market trends, and customers need to continuously optimize the commercial approach.

You are responsible for pricing strategies and negotiating commercial agreements, overseeing payment plans, account receivables, and collections. You also act as Client Manager for selected strategic accounts and work closely with distributors, dealers, and internal stakeholders, including the Supply Chain team in Egypt but also in the Netherlands, to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Using a professional CRM system, you analyze sales performance, prepare management reports, and deliver accurate sales forecasts that support decision-making and business planning.

Additionally, you will be responsible for:

• team leadership of a group of colleagues;
• coordinating sales-related improvement and change projects, such as Value-Based Selling initiatives and implementing Client Management methodologies;
• supporting the successful introduction of new varieties in collaboration with Product Development and Marketing colleagues;
• aligning commercial activities with supply chain and operational planning;
• contributing to the long-term growth of turnover and market share across the Egyptian market;
• representing Rijk Zwaan at customer events, industry activities, and other commercial initiatives.

Your contribution:

You are a commercially driven leader with strong people management skills and the ability to translate market opportunities into business results. You enjoy leading and developing teams, building long-term customer relationships, and creating effective commercial strategies.

You have strong analytical and communication skills, work in a structured manner, and are comfortable working in an international environment.

Furthermore, you are experienced in using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications to support data-driven decision-making.

In addition, we can find the following on your resume:

• at least a completed bachelor's degree, for instance in Agronomy, Agriculture, Business Administration, or a related field;
• at least 10 years of relevant commercial experience within the agricultural or horticultural sector;
• proven experience in leading, coaching, and developing sales teams;
• knowledge of vegetable crops and the seed industry is considered a strong advantage;
• experience with strategic account management, sales forecasting, and commercial negotiations;
• strong analytical skills and experience working with CRM systems;
• fluency in English, both spoken and written.

What can you expect from us?

As a Sales Manager you will operate in a highly motivated team of experienced and professional colleagues in Egypt and in strong cooperation with the Rijk Zwaan colleagues internationally, such as the pricing department, Crop Co-ordinators, Product Development Managers, Client Managers, Breeders etc. You will be working in a challenging vegetable seed sector.

In addition to a dynamic and innovative work-environment, we are happy to offer you:

• a permanent contract from the start
• market-based salary depending on job level and your experience
• various training opportunities through our Rijk Zwaan Academy
• a company car, laptop and phone
• family medical insurance – full coverage
• a team with motivated sales colleagues.

Where will you be working?

Rijk Zwaan Egypt is established in 2009. What started with the sales of only a few varieties has grown into a business serving customers throughout Egypt. We are growing as an organization, in terms of people but also in turnover.

Now Rijk Zwaan Egypt consists of 42 colleagues. The atmosphere in the team is professional, open and pleasant where people are encouraged to develop and grow as professionals. We are a united team with high-team spirit conquering the challenges together and listening to every team-member’s ideas and suggestions. 

Tarek, Managing Director Rijk Zwaan Egypt

“What I enjoy most about working at Rijk Zwaan is the freedom to create, take ownership, and make a real impact. It is an environment where you are trusted to make decisions, bring new ideas to life, and perform at your best while still being yourself. You have the opportunity to continuously learn, develop, and grow in a healthy, motivating, and collaborative environment. For me, this combination of freedom, trust, authenticity, and development makes Rijk Zwaan more than just a place to work, it’s a place where you can truly grow, contribute, and make a difference.”