Fertiliser Sales Manager – West Midlands (field-based, travel required) +£35,000 – £45,000 basi[...]

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected supplier to UK agriculture is looking for a Fertiliser Sales Manager in Birmingham. This field-based role involves managing a territory and selling fertiliser products, while building customer relationships and providing technical support. The ideal candidate has sales experience in agri-products and a FACTS qualification. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000–£45,000 plus commission and a company car.

Benefits

Uncapped commission scheme

Company car

Clear career path into leadership roles

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in fertiliser, crop inputs, or wider agri-products.
• Strong technical knowledge of fertilisers and soil/crop nutrition.
• Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated and target-driven with a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and expand a portfolio of farm and contractor customers.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Advise on fertiliser types and application rates.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends.

Skills

Sales experience in fertiliser or crop inputs

Technical knowledge of fertilisers

Relationship-building skills

Self-motivation and organisation

Education

FACTS qualification

Job description

Fertiliser Sales Manager – West Midlands (field-based, travel required)

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 basic + uncapped commission + Company car

The Job

We are seeking a driven and FACTS-qualified Fertiliser Sales Manager to join a market-leading agricultural supplies company. You’ll manage and grow a defined territory, selling fertiliser products, building long-term customer relationships, and delivering expert technical support. This is a commercially focused role with excellent progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and expand a portfolio of farm and contractor customers
• Identify and convert new business opportunities
• Advise on fertiliser types, timings, and application rates
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends, feeding insights into strategy
• Collaborate with internal teams (delivery, stock, credit) to maintain excellent service
• Regular travel across the territory, with occasional overnight stays

The Company

Our client is a long-established, well-respected supplier to UK agriculture. With a reputation for quality products, excellent service, and strong customer relationships, they continue to grow their market presence across the Midlands.

The Candidate

• Proven sales experience in fertiliser, crop inputs, or wider agri-products
• Strong technical knowledge of fertilisers and soil/crop nutrition (FACTS qualification ideal)
• Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated, organised, and target driven
• Full UK driving licence required

The Package

• £35,000–£45,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• Uncapped commission scheme with excellent earning potential
• Company car, mileage, and standard benefits
• Clear career path into senior sales, regional leadership, or technical management roles

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, [e-mail].

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