Business Unit Director

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are looking for a Business Unit Director for a company that is redefining agriculture through high-performance, biochar-based fertilizers. The company goes beyond regeneration: they deliver measurable productivity, soil health, and sustainability through a proprietary methodology rooted in science, circularity, and agronomic intelligence.

The company works with forward-thinking farmers, co-ops, and agri-businesses across Spain—helping them transform their soil into a strategic asset.

 

Job Description

The Business Unit Director will lead the go-to-market strategy, drive revenue, and build a scalable sales operation. This role is primarily commercial, with cross-functional coordination across product, operations, and R&D. This is a strategic growth hire for a fast-moving AgTech company. The ideal candidate combines agronomic sales experience with entrepreneurial drive and a passion for sustainability.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Market Development & Distribution

  • Build and manage a multi-channel sales network (direct, distributor, co-op, ecommerce)
  • Identify and activate strategic B2B clients and partners
  • Create technical, commercial, and promotional materials

2. Sales Execution & Enablement

  • Negotiate and Execute Sales
  • Structure, hire, and lead the commercial team (reps, partners, support)
  • Design incentive plans and CRM-driven sales funnels

3. Brand Awareness & Demand Generation

  • Represent the company at agri-events, trade shows, field days…
  • Co-develop communication assets (Web, Social Media, Blog, webinars…)
  • Define and execute ad campaigns, content marketing, and PR

4. Product & Portfolio Strategy

  • Refine product-market fit by crop, region, and buyer type
  • Define and update the product portfolio (Base / Plus / Premium)
  • Set pricing, margin, and volume targets by tier
  • Work closely with R&D and Ops to align product timelines

5. Customer Success & Feedback Loop

  • Launch agronomic support system post-sale (seasonal reviews, soil health analysis)
  • Capture insights to refine offers and product positioning
  • Build strong case studies and referral pipeline

 

Qualifications

Candidate Profile

Experience & Skills

  • 8+ years in agri-inputs, agri-tech, or specialty fertilizers
  • Track record in building B2B channels and closing high-value deals
  • Experience working with cooperatives, large farms, and agri-distributors
  • Strong team leadership and people development skills
  • Solid understanding of soil health, regenerative ag, or biofertilizers
  • Fluent in Spanish and English

Mindset & Approach

  • Entrepreneurial, self-directed, and results-driven
  • Comfortable operating in early-stage, high-growth environments
  • Strong alignment with Alere’s values: regeneration, circularity, sustainability
  • Passion for innovation in sustainable agriculture

Additional Information

Why Join the company?

  • Be part of a mission-led startup with scientific credibility and fast-growing traction
  • Lead the commercial engine of a high-potential business line
  • Shape the future of biochar-based inputs and carbon-smart agriculture
  • Work with a cross-functional team of soil scientists, agronomists, and operators
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