Sales Advisor - Agri

FRS Recruitment; Kilkenny; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

FRS Recruitment is seeking an Agri Sales Advisor for Kilkenny. The role blends counter sales for farm-related products with practical advice and regular farm visits, promoting growth in the agri business.

The successful candidate will split time between the store and on-the-road visits, building relationships with farmers and supporting existing customers while developing new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Good practical understanding of farming and agriculture.
• Excellent communication and people skills with a customer-first approach.
• Licensed Merchant qualification is advantageous; training can be provided.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide knowledgeable, practical advice and excellent service to farm customers.
• Promote and sell animal feed, fertiliser, seed and general farm supplies.
• Sell veterinary and animal health products at the counter with responsible advice.
• Assist with general sales and customer service in-store.
• Carry out regular visits to existing and prospective customers.
• Build lasting relationships with farmers and identify opportunities to grow sales.
• Handle enquiries, prepare quotations and process customer orders.
• Support seasonal sales campaigns and promotions.
• Collaborate with Retail Operations Manager and team to develop the business.

Skills

Farming knowledge

Communication skills

Customer-focused

Independence and teamwork

Education

Licensed Merchant qualification (veterinary medicines)

Tools

Computers/PC basics

Job description

Sales Advisor - Agri (V-VD3XV6) Kilkenny, Republic of Ireland

FRS Recruitment are now seeking applications for the role of Agri Sales Advisor – Kilkenny.

This is a varied role combining counter sales (including veterinary, animal health and general products), practical advice to customers and regular on-farm visits, with a strong focus on building relationships and growing agri business.

The role is split between roughly three days a week at in store and two days on the road visiting farmers across the trading area, supporting existing customers and developing new business.

Location: 20 km South West of Kilkenny City

Hours: 5 days over 6 (Monday - Saturday). Monday – Friday: 8:30 – 5:30, Saturday: 8:30 – 4:00

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Give knowledgeable, practical advice and excellent service to farm customers.
• Promote and sell animal feed, fertiliser, seed and general farm supplies.
• Sell veterinary and animal health products at the counter, giving responsible advice in line with regulations.
• Assist with general sales and customer service in store.
• Carry out regular visits to existing and prospective customers.
• Build lasting relationships with farmers and identify opportunities to grow sales.
• Handle enquiries, prepare quotations and process customer orders.
• Support seasonal sales campaigns and promotions.
• Work closely with the Retail Operations Manager and wider team to develop the business.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• A good practical understanding of farming and agriculture.
• A Responsible Person (Licensed Merchant) qualification for veterinary medicine sales is an advantage; training can be provided for the right candidate.
• Strong communication and people skills, with a customer-first approach.
• A proactive, commercially minded attitude and enthusiasm for sales.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Well organised and comfortable with computers.