Territory Sales Representative - Northern Cape Focus

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Travel allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Territory Sales Representative to cover Kimberley and the Northern Cape. This hybrid role blends remote planning with regular travel to farms, cooperatives and dealerships to promote agricultural inputs and machinery.

You will provide technical product support, build long-term accounts and drive sales targets in a rural market. A solid understanding of local farming practices and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in sales, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong knowledge of farming practices and challenges in the Northern Cape region.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales plan to meet targets in the Northern Cape territory.
• Identify and engage prospective customers, including farmers, agronomists, and agricultural businesses.
• Promote and sell the company's range of agricultural inputs and machinery.
• Provide technical advice and product support to customers.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts.
• Conduct product demonstrations and field trials.
• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities and customer needs.
• Manage territory expenses and submit timely reports.

Skills

Sales experience

Agricultural knowledge

CRM experience

Driver's license

Education

Agricultural qualification

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading supplier of agricultural inputs and machinery, is looking for a dedicated Territory Sales Representative to cover the Kimberley and wider Northern Cape region. This is a hybrid role, involving a mix of remote planning and administration from your home office, alongside regular travel to meet with farmers, agricultural cooperatives, and dealerships. You will be responsible for promoting and selling a comprehensive range of products, providing technical advice, and building strong relationships within the agricultural community. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of farming practices in the Northern Cape, excellent communication skills, and a drive to succeed in a field sales environment. This is a key role for our client, aiming to enhance their support and sales presence in this agriculturally significant province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a sales plan to achieve targets within the assigned Northern Cape territory.
• Identify and engage prospective customers, including farmers, agronomists, and agricultural businesses.
• Promote and sell the company's range of agricultural inputs and machinery.
• Provide technical advice and product support to customers.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key accounts.
• Conduct product demonstrations and field trials.
• Gather market intelligence on competitor activities and customer needs.
• Manage territory expenses and submit timely reports.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales, preferably within the agricultural sector (inputs, machinery, or services).
• Strong knowledge of farming practices and challenges specific to the Northern Cape region.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a hybrid work model, including extensive travel.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and standard office software.
• A relevant agricultural qualification or degree is advantageous.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an uncapped commission structure.
• Travel allowance and provision for business expenses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Ongoing product and sales training.