Commercial Lead (Africa & Middle East)

TL;DR

Commercial Lead (Sales/Agriculture): Leading Corteva's commercial business across Africa and Middle East markets with an accent on strategic direction, commercial execution, and income statement accountability. Focus on maximizing market share, profitability, and building high-performance team cultures in emerging markets.

Location: Preferred location: Kenya, Morocco or Egypt regional offices

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in seeds and crop protection, committed to advancing innovation to enrich lives.

What you will do

• Drive 5-year strategic planning and ensure robust commercial execution across Africa and Middle East markets.
• Lead the commercial organization to deliver annual budgets, maximize market share, and increase profitability.
• Manage the full income statement and working capital for the assigned geographies.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers, industry stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Coach and mentor teams to build a high-performance culture aligned with corporate values.
• Oversee financial performance indicators and sales forecasting to optimize revenue and control costs.

Requirements

• University Diploma or advanced degree, preferably in business administration or Ag business.
• 5–10 years of experience in sales leadership with a proven track record in team management.
• Deep knowledge of Africa agricultural markets and crop protection distribution channels.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with business governance and commercial policies.
• Fluency in English is required.

Nice to have

• Experience working in emerging markets.
• Proficiency in French or Arabic.

Culture & Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and performance.
• Opportunity to lead significant business growth in diverse international markets.