Agricultural Sales Representative - KwaZulu-Natal

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commissions

Incentives

Product training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Agricultural Sales Representative to cover Richards Bay and the KwaZulu-Natal region. You will promote a range of agricultural products—fertilizers, crop protection, seeds, and equipment—to farmers and agribusinesses, building strong relationships and providing expert farming advice.

The role requires proven sales experience in agriculture, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to travel extensively with a valid driver’s license and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in agricultural sales or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of farming practices, crops, and agricultural inputs relevant to KwaZulu-Natal.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to travel extensively within the sales territory.
• A valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve territory sales targets and expand customer base.
• Build and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with farmers, co-operatives, and agribusinesses.
• Effectively present and demonstrate the features and benefits of agricultural products and solutions.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers regarding product application and best farming practices.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify new opportunities.
• Manage sales orders, process quotations, and ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales experience

Agriculture knowledge

Job description

Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Agricultural Sales Representative to join their team, covering the Richards Bay and surrounding KwaZulu-Natal region. This role involves promoting and selling a range of agricultural products, such as fertilizers, crop protection chemicals, seeds, or equipment, to farmers and agricultural businesses. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships, understanding client needs, and providing expert advice to drive sales growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agriculture and a proven track record in sales, coupled with excellent communication and negotiation skills. This position requires significant travel within the designated sales territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve territory sales targets and expand customer base.
• Build and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with farmers, co-operatives, and agribusinesses.
• Effectively present and demonstrate the features and benefits of agricultural products and solutions.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers regarding product application and best farming practices.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify new opportunities.
• Manage sales orders, process quotations, and ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience in agricultural sales or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of farming practices, crops, and agricultural inputs relevant to KwaZulu-Natal .
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and travel extensively within the sales territory.
• A valid driver's license and own reliable vehicle are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission structure.
• Sales performance incentives and bonuses.
• Provision for travel expenses and a communication allowance.
• Comprehensive product training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to represent a reputable brand in the Richards Bay agricultural sector.