Product Development Officer

Product Development Officer – Lankem Ceylon PLC

Job Overview

Lankem Ceylon PLC is seeking self-driven and motivated individuals to join its Agriculture business as Product Development Officers. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are passionate about building a rewarding career in sales, business development, and the agricultural sector.

The successful candidates will be responsible for achieving assigned revenue targets, developing strong business relationships with farming communities and distribution partners, conducting market research, and identifying new business opportunities and product lines to support the growth of the company’s agriculture portfolio.

Position Details

Job Title: Product Development Officer
Company: Lankem Ceylon PLC
Industry: Agriculture / Fertilizer / Sales & Marketing
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Career Level: Entry to Mid Level

Company Overview

Lankem Ceylon PLC is a diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate with established business interests across multiple sectors, including agriculture. Its Agriculture business serves the farming community through agricultural products and solutions while focusing on market development, product growth, and strong relationships with farmers, dealers, and distributors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Agriculture from a recognized institution.
• Candidates should have an interest in developing a career in sales and marketing.
• Candidates with sales and marketing skills are encouraged to apply.
• Previous experience in agriculture-related sales or business development will be an added advantage.
• Candidates should be below 30 years of age.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with customers and business partners.
• Willingness to engage directly with farming communities, dealers, and distributors.
• Ability to conduct market research and identify new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the assigned territory towards budgeted revenue targets.
• Contribute to achieving the overall growth plans of the company.
• Build and maintain strong professional business relationships with the farming community.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with dealers and distributors.
• Conduct continuous market research to identify new business opportunities.
• Identify potential new product lines and market opportunities to expand the existing agriculture portfolio.
• Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitive developments.
• Support the introduction and development of new agricultural products.
• Strengthen the company’s presence within assigned markets and territories.
• Contribute to the continued growth and expansion of the Agriculture business.

Required Skills

• Agricultural Knowledge
• Sales and Marketing
• Business Development
• Market Research
• Territory Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Dealer and Distributor Management
• Business Relationship Building
• Communication Skills
• Negotiation Skills
• Market Analysis
• Product Development
• Self-Motivation
• Target-Oriented Approach
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to develop a rewarding career in sales and business development.
• Professional exposure within the agricultural sector.
• Opportunity to work with farming communities, dealers, and distributors.
• Career development opportunities within Lankem Ceylon PLC.
• Exposure to agricultural product and market development activities.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications to vacancies.hr@lankem.lk within 7 days of the advertisement.

Email: vacancies.hr@lankem.lk

Postal Address:
Deputy General Manager – Human Resources
Lankem Ceylon PLC
No. 98, Sri Sangaraja Mawatha
Colombo 10, Sri Lanka

Application Method: Apply using the application button provided with this job post.

Important Notes

• Candidates should be below 30 years of age.
• A Diploma in Agriculture is required.
• Candidates with sales and marketing skills are encouraged to apply.
• The role focuses on business development within the Agriculture sector.
• The position involves developing relationships with farming communities, dealers, and distributors.
• Candidates should be self-driven and motivated to build a career in sales.
• Applications should be submitted within 7 days of the advertisement.
• Lankem Ceylon PLC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
• Job Category: Sales & Marketing, Management, Private Jobs