Agribusiness Growth Manager — Hybrid, Gauteng

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Medical aid

Retirement funding

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an Agricultural Business Development Manager to drive growth by identifying opportunities and building strong relationships with farmers and cooperatives. You will expand the client base and service offerings across Gauteng and beyond, balancing field visits with home-office planning.

The role requires strategic sales execution, key account management, and collaboration with technical and marketing teams to deliver solutions that boost productivity and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Marketing, or related business field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales, business development, or key account management within the agricultural industry.
• Proven track record of developing new business and achieving sales targets.
• In-depth knowledge of agricultural inputs (fertilizers, pesticides, seeds) and/or agricultural technologies and services.
• Strong understanding of the South African agricultural market and its challenges.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Gauteng and potentially other provinces, adhering to a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the agricultural sector, focusing on crop inputs, technology, and advisory services.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients, including large-scale farmers, cooperatives, and agricultural enterprises.
• Conduct market research to understand customer needs, competitor activities, and emerging trends.
• Present and sell the company's range of products and services, tailoring solutions to client requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with new and existing clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure customer satisfaction and effective service delivery.
• Organize and participate in industry events, trade shows, and client workshops.
• Provide market feedback to management to inform product development and strategic decisions.
• Achieve and exceed sales quotas and business development objectives.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/Agribusiness/Marketing or related field

Tools

CRM software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks an Agricultural Business Development Manager to drive growth by identifying opportunities and building strong relationships with farmers and cooperatives. You will expand the client base and service offerings across Gauteng and beyond, balancing field visits with home-office planning.

The role requires strategic sales execution, key account management, and collaboration with technical and marketing teams to deliver solutions that boost productivity and profitability.