Agricultural Sales Specialist

RecruitMyMom; Grabouw; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist agricultural company in Grabouw is seeking an experienced Agricultural Sales Specialist to promote sustainable pest management solutions. The role emphasizes client relationship management, lead generation, and strategic sales planning to support sustainable farming practices. The successful candidate will enjoy competitive compensation, including a company vehicle and quarterly commissions, while contributing to environmentally conscious agriculture.

Benefits

Quarterly commission

Company vehicle available

Qualifications

• Sales account management and relationship management skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Solid grasp of pest and disease management, soil health, and sustainable farming systems.
• Computer literacy — especially Excel, Word, and email.
• Hunger to grow — this isn’t just a job, it’s a career path.
• Continuously learn about product innovations and farming trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead Generation and Conversion: Identify new leads and convert them into loyal customers.
• Relationship Building: Build trust-based relationships for repeat business.
• Expert Consulting: Conduct field assessments and recommend solutions.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute sales plans for the assigned territory.

Skills

Sales account management

Strong communication

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Technical knowledge in agriculture

Education

Degree or diploma in Agriculture, Plant Science, Agribusiness, or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Email

Job description

Grabouw, South Africa | Posted on 15/10/2025

• Location Type Hybrid (Part office, Part remote)
• Job Type Permanent
• Salary R45 000 CTC + quarterly commission + company vehicle + cellphone + company laptop
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 15/10/2025
• State/Province Western Cape
• Country South Africa

Job Description

An established specialist agricultural company is seeking an experienced and driven Agricultural Sales Specialist to champion their sustainable, integrated pest and disease management solutions in the Grabouw region. This role is the primary point of contact for clients, acting as the face of the company and its commitment to environmentally conscious farming. The successful candidate will focus on promoting and selling a specialised range of bio-pesticides and biological control products that support effective, sustainable agricultural practices. This position offers competitive compensation, including quarterly commission.

Responsibilities

• Sales and Client Partnership Management –
• Lead Generation and Conversion: Proactively identify new leads among farmers, cooperatives, and industry stakeholders, developing and executing strategies to convert them into loyal, long-term customers.
• Relationship Building: Serve as the primary client contact, building trust-based relationships to ensure repeat business through exceptional customer care, timely follow-ups, and tailored solutions.
• Expert Consulting: Conduct thorough field assessments and recommend customised, sustainable solutions
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute sales plans for the assigned territory in alignment with business objectives, setting clear goals to establish and grow a diverse client base.

Operational and Reporting Duties

• Manage stock in your region to ensure timely product availability — no shortages, no waste
• Report to the Commercial Manager and collaborate closely with technical and distribution teams

Requirements

• Sales account management and relationship management skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills— you know how to educate, influence, and close a deal.
• A solid grasp of pest and disease management, soil health, and sustainable farming systems is an advantage.
• Computer literacy — especially Excel, Word, and email. Field reports matter.
• Hunger to grow — this isn’t just a job, it’s a career path.
• Stay sharp — continuously learn about product innovations, farming trends, and the science behind sustainable agriculture.
• Have a degree or diploma in Agriculture, Plant Science, Agribusiness, or related field.
• Love problem-solving, independent work, and turning a “no” into a “let’s talk.”

Benefits

• Quarterly commission
• Company vehicle available