Agricultural Sales Representative

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Sales training and product knowledge

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Sales Representative to serve farming communities in and around Paarl. You will promote seeds, fertilizers, crop protection products, and equipment, building strong farmer relationships to improve productivity and profitability.

The role requires excellent communication, proven sales success in agriculture, and the ability to travel frequently within the region. A base salary with uncapped commission and company vehicle are among the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum proven sales experience, preferably in agriculture.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Interpersonal skills to build farmer relationships.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory.
• Willingness to travel within the designated farming region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with agricultural clients.
• Promote and sell seeds, fertilizers, crop protection chemicals, and equipment.
• Provide expert product selection and application advice to farmers.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets within the territory.
• Gather market intelligence and report trends to management.
• Conduct product demonstrations and participate in trade shows.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Willing to travel

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a dynamic Agricultural Sales Representative to serve the farming communities in and around Paarl. This role involves promoting and selling a range of agricultural products, including seeds, fertilizers, crop protection chemicals, and equipment. You will build strong relationships with farmers, understand their needs, and provide tailored solutions to enhance their productivity and profitability. The ideal candidate is passionate about agriculture, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a proven track record in sales within the agricultural sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential agricultural clients.
• Promote and sell a diverse portfolio of agricultural products and services.
• Provide expert advice to farmers on product selection and application to meet their specific needs.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Gather market intelligence and provide feedback to management on market trends and competitor activities.
• Conduct product demonstrations and participate in agricultural trade shows and events.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the agricultural industry.
• Strong understanding of farming practices, crops, and agricultural inputs relevant to the region.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales territory effectively.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel frequently within the designated area.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Company vehicle and fuel allowance for business travel.
• Comprehensive sales training and product knowledge development.
• Opportunity to represent reputable agricultural brands.
• A collaborative sales team environment with ongoing support.