At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive market growth for maize seeds and provide agronomic advice to UK farmers.
- Company: Join farmsaat AG, a leading seed sales entity with a strong European presence.
- Benefits: Earn uncapped commission based on performance and enjoy flexible self-employment.
- Other info: Work from home with travel to farms and company HQ in Germany.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting opportunity to establish a brand in the UK maize market.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of maize crops, strong commercial skills, and a grower network are essential.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
Company Description: farmsaat AG is part of the farmsaat group, a German-based direct seed sales entity established in 2007. Today, farmsaat is present in 12 European countries and offers a range of maize, soybean, sunflowers, grass, and cover crops. The group has a turnover exceeding 60 million Euros, with over 550 farmpartners in its sales network.
We are seeking a UK Sales Agent to establish farmsaat in the UK maize market, with our first hybrid due to be UK National Listed in Spring 2026. You will have the opportunity to drive market growth in seed supply and provide relevant agronomic advice to UK farmers, whilst being fully responsible for the UK market uptake of farmsaat.
Job Description
- Type: Self-Employed Sales Agent – Rolling Unlimited Contract based on performance
- Target Sector: UK Forage, Grain and Biogas Maize Growers
- Target Sales Region: South and Eastern UK (Kent / Surrey / Sussex / Berkshire / Oxfordshire / Bucks / Herts / Cambs / Suffolk / Norfolk / South Lincs)
- Location: Home Based with own transport to visit growers and promote, sell and establish farmsaat maize hybrids in the UK market
- Commission: This is a non-salaried self-employed role – the sales agent will earn a base commission with an uncapped sales payment for every seed unit sold
Your Profile
- Demonstrable knowledge of maize and field crops
- Existing grower network within the target region
- Strong commercial mindset and ability to retail seed products direct to farmers
- Self-manage and prioritise your own workload
- Interest and willingness to periodically visit farmsaat HQ in Germany and attend annual company meetings
- Proactive attitude & excellent communication skills
- Fluent in English, right to live and work in the UK
- Use of Microsoft Office for regular communication and transmission of sales orders
This sales role will remain open until filled.
Vertriebspartner/farmpartner (m/w/d) Süd-/Ost-England // UK sales Agent (South/East England) employer: farmsaat AG
Farmsaat AG is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity for self-motivated individuals to thrive in the UK maize market. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a supportive work culture, you will benefit from uncapped commission potential while being part of a dynamic team that values innovation and agronomic expertise. The home-based role allows for flexibility and autonomy, making it an ideal fit for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector.
