Sales Representative - Agricultural Chemicals

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training and development opportunities

Performance bonuses

Company phone

Laptop provided

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Sales Representative to serve farmers in Welkom, Free State, promoting a wide range of agricultural chemicals and related products. You will build strong client relationships, deliver technical advice, and conduct product demonstrations across the territory.

The role requires crop science knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to travel frequently while meeting sales targets and maintaining high customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, preferably in agriculture.
• Strong knowledge of crop science and farming practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• CRM and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell agricultural chemicals and related products to farmers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients and seek new sales opportunities.
• Provide technical advice based on crop needs.
• Conduct product demonstrations and field trials.
• Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Plan routes and schedule appointments to manage sales territory.
• Process orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Deliver excellent customer service and post-sale support.

Skills

Sales experience

Crop science knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Agriculture/Agronomy degree

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality agricultural chemicals, is actively seeking a dedicated Sales Representative to serve the **Welkom, Free State** agricultural community. This role is integral to supporting farmers and agricultural businesses by providing them with innovative crop protection solutions and expert advice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of agricultural practices, crop science, and the challenges faced by modern farmers in the **Free State** region. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, promoting our product range, and ensuring customer satisfaction through exceptional service and technical support. This is a great opportunity for a driven individual to contribute to the agricultural sector's productivity and sustainability. We value individuals with a passion for agriculture and a commitment to delivering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell a comprehensive range of agricultural chemicals, fertilizers, and related products to farmers and agricultural businesses in the **Welkom, Free State** area.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with existing clients and actively seek out new sales opportunities.
• Provide technical advice and product recommendations based on client needs and crop requirements.
• Conduct product demonstrations and field trials to showcase efficacy and benefits.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Stay abreast of agricultural trends, market conditions, and competitor activities.
• Manage sales territory efficiently, including planning routes and scheduling appointments.
• Process orders accurately and ensure timely delivery of products.
• Provide excellent customer service and follow-up to ensure client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the agricultural sector or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of crop science, agricultural practices, and farming operations in the **Free State**.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasion skills.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with farmers and agricultural professionals.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record are essential.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned sales territory.
• A qualification in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and CRM systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based commission.
• Provision of a company vehicle for business use.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance product knowledge and sales skills.
• Opportunity to work with innovative agricultural solutions.
• Supportive team environment.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Company phone and laptop provided.