Location: Mildura/Merbein, Regional Hub, VIC
Work Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Sector: Agribusiness, Seed Industry, Horticulture
Remuneration: Competitive Base Salary + Tools of Trade
Travel: Highly mobile position with frequent interstate travel and potential international travel

About the Role

Are you a hands-on agricultural professional who loves being out in the paddock and building relationships with growers?

Magnus Kahl Seeds is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Product Development & Trialling Officer to drive the growth of our commercial onion seed portfolio. Working closely with and being mentored by the Global Sales Manager, this role is based out of our Merbein regional hub. This is a highly mobile role where you will be frequently travelling to visit domestic growers. You will assist with managing both regional and international trial programs to identify winning varieties, while building trusted relationships with growers to convert trial success into commercial sales.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Sales & Account Management: Drive sales growth and meet regional targets by promoting commercial onion and shallot seed varieties to growers and proprietary distributors in key global markets.
Trial Management & Product Development: Set up, manage, and evaluate domestic and international onion seed trials (short, intermediate, and long-day varieties). Meticulously record agronomic data (yield, disease resistance, storage potential) and work with the breeding team to identify oncoming pipeline genetics.
Marketing & Brand Development: Assist with organising field days, attend key industry events and develop the Magnus Kahl Seeds brand online via social media and digital platforms.

What We Are Looking For

Agronomic Background: A tertiary qualification in Agricultural Science, Horticulture, or a related discipline or equivalent hands-on industry experience is preferable.
Exceptional Communication: The ability to build instant rapport with commercial growers and internal breeding teams alike.
Digital Savvy: Experience driving brand awareness through digital channels/social media, and proficiency with CRM software and Google Workspace.
Mobility & Grit: Ready for significant domestic seasonal travel (SA, VIC, NSW, TAS, QLD) and potential international travel. A valid, unrestricted Australian Driver’s License is mandatory.
Personal Traits: Resilient, highly organised, attentive to detail, honest, and possessing a good sense of humour!

What We Offer

Compensation: A competitive base salary + potential bonus structure
Tools of the Trade: Fully equipped to succeed with a laptop, mobile phone, and necessary trial equipment.
Career Growth: Opportunities to advance your career working in a growing seed company with an international footprint.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your agricultural career with a team orientated and growing onion seed company, we want to hear from you.

Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience to employment@magnuskahl.com

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