Agricultural Sales Specialist

Zoomlion South Africa; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly incentives

Job summary

Zoomlion South Africa is seeking a Sales & Marketing Specialist (Agriculture) to drive sales and support agribusiness clients in adopting modern equipment. The role involves field demonstrations, customer outreach, and CRM tracking. A relevant bachelor’s degree and strong communication are essential.

You will join a global company with extensive market reach and a focus on sustainable farming technologies. Travel and field work are expected in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science or related field (Master’s is an advantage)
• Knowledge of sustainable farming practices and modern agricultural technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superb interpersonal skills
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must own a reliable vehicle, laptop and cellphone

Responsibilities

• Meeting monthly sales targets.
• Prospecting, qualifying and generating new leads to support product lines (business units).
• Contact prospective clients through calls and visits to promote company's products and services.
• Build and maintain relations with new and existing clients.
• Maintain & update activities on CRM.
• Monitor the industry competitors, new products and market conditions to understand customer's specific needs.
• Prepare and submit weekly reports to line manager.
• Support farmers and agribusinesses in adopting modern equipment.
• Conduct field demonstrations, workshops, and training for farmers and staff.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science

Sustainable farming knowledge

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Superb interpersonal skills

Customer service mindset

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Vehicle, laptop and cellphone ownership

Job description

Vacancy: Sales & Marketing Specialist (Agriculture) - Northern Cape

Zoomlion has covered more than 100 countries and regions worldwide and has already made market arrangements to follow the Belt and Road initiative. Zoomlion products have been well sold to the markets in the Middle East, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, Russia as well as many high-end markets in the USA, Europe and Australia. The company has subsidiaries in nearly 20 countries in the East Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe, etc., also industrial and technological parks in Italy, Germany, India, Brazil and Belarus as well as more than 50 resident offices around the world. Centered on UAE and Brazil, logistics network and parts supply system with worldwide coverage. Zoomlion is ranked 4th globally in its industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Meeting monthly sales targets.
• Prospecting, qualifying and generating new leads to support product lines (business units).
• Contact prospective clients through calls and visits to promote company's products and services.
• Build and maintain relations with new and existing clients
• Maintain & update activities on CRM.
• Monitor the industry competitors, new products and market conditions to understand customer's specific needs
• Prepare and submit weekly reports to line manager
• Support farmers and agribusinesses in adopting modern equipment,
• Conduct field demonstrations, workshops, and training for farmers and staff.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum matric / grade 12. Tertiary education is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science or related field (Master’s is an advantage).
• Knowledge of sustainable farming practices and modern agricultural technologies.
• A commitment to excellent customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• Able to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
• Must own a reliable vehicle, laptop and cellphone.

Remuneration:

• Market related basic salary.
• Plus quarterly incentives based on performance.