Tech Sales Representative

ADM - Global; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dynamic Tech Sales Representative to enhance its presence in the Western and Eastern Cape regions. The role involves managing key accounts, providing technical support, and driving sales growth while ensuring exceptional customer service. Candidates should have a background in animal science or agriculture and a passion for sales.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in technical sales or customer service.
• Strong local market knowledge and ability to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Manage key accounts and expand the client base.
• Provide technical support and oversee depot stock levels.
• Compile and report sales data to the Commercial Team.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Sales

Market Development

Education

Diploma or Degree in Animal Science

Diploma or Degree in Animal Nutrition

Diploma or Degree in Agriculture

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Tech Sales Representative – Western & Eastern Cape
Location: Western Cape, South Africa

Position Summary:
ADM is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Tech Sales Representative to strengthen its footprint across the Western and Eastern Cape regions. This role is responsible for managing key accounts, expanding the client base, providing basic technical support, and overseeing depot stock levels and orders.
The successful candidate will play a key role in developing ADM’s premix and additive business in the region, while ensuring exceptional customer service and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Support:

• Oversee customer orders, inquiries, and technical support, ensuring a seamless customer experience.
• Provide basic technical advice and planning assistance to customers.
• Compile and report sales data and market insights to the Commercial Team.
• Support the execution of sales and marketing initiatives.

Sales Growth:

• Expand ADM’s customer base across the Western and Eastern Cape.
• Drive sales volume growth and broaden the product portfolio (Premix, Additives, Raw Materials) to maximize margin development.

Project & CRM Management:

• Upload and maintain project records and tasks within Salesforce.
• Monitor project statuses and ensure alignment with customer support needs.
• Collaborate closely with the Commercial Development & Deployment (CD&D) team to deliver excellent service.

Depot Management:

• Manage monthly depot orders and maintain optimal stock levels.

Market Development:

• Build market intelligence and identify opportunities to grow ADM’s premix and additive market share in the region.
• Promote ADM's brand and solutions, enhancing visibility and positioning in the market.

Candidate Profile:

We are looking for a dynamic, results-oriented professional with a background in animal science, animal nutrition, or agriculture, coupled with a passion for sales and customer development.
The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and thrives in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment. A strong understanding of the regional agriculture and feed markets is essential.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in technical sales, customer service, or animal nutrition.
• Based in the Western Cape region with strong local market knowledge.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the Western and Eastern Cape (company vehicle provided).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (Salesforce experience is an advantage).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English (Afrikaans proficiency is an asset).
• Self-starter with a customer-first mindset and a drive to achieve and exceed targets.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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