Area Manager - Agrochemicals

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international manufacturer and distributor of agrochemicals is seeking a Sales Manager to oversee market expansion and drive sales growth. The ideal candidate will manage existing markets, analyze market conditions, and develop strong relationships with distributors and customers. A relevant tertiary degree in Marketing and at least 5 years of sales experience in the agricultural sector are required. Competitive package offered based in Mpumalanga, Mbombela.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ sales experience in agricultural environment.
• Strong understanding of marketing, administration, and pricing.
• In-depth knowledge of agricultural pesticide products.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow existing markets while developing new ones.
• Monitor market conditions and consumer behaviour.
• Analyze competitor strategies to retain market share.

Skills

Sales experience in an agricultural environment

Understanding of marketing and pricing

Decision-making and persuasion skills

Customer engagement skills

Education

Relevant tertiary degree in Marketing

Job description

Overview

An established international manufacturer and distributor of agrochemicals is seeking the above to be responsible for continuously managing and expanding markets, driving sales growth, supporting operations, and building strong stakeholder relationships to ensure business success.

Position information

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary degree in , Marketing, or
• Minimum 5 years’ sales experience in an agricultural environment
• Strong understanding of marketing, administration, and pricing
• In-depth knowledge of agricultural pesticide products
• Commercial orientation with a keen eye for identifying new market opportunities
• Strong decision-making, persuasion, and service orientation skills
• Excellent social perceptiveness and customer engagement skills
• Ability to manage own tasks and meet strict deadlines

The successful candidate will be responsible for

• Managing and growing existing markets while developing new ones.
• Monitoring market conditions and consumer behaviour.
• Analyzing competitor strategies to retain market share.
• Achieving set sales and margin targets per region.
• Providing accurate monthly forecasts via JDA.
• Maintaining healthy regional inventory.
• Adjusting rolling forecasts to ensure accuracy over time.
• Developing business plans and local market forecasts.
• Building relationships with distributors, customers, and suppliers.
• Conducting cost analyses and negotiating service agreements.
• Supporting inventory management.
• Building and maintaining customer loyalty.
• Supporting field agents and attending market events.
• Driving new business through agent and distributor collaboration.
• Assisting with production planning, deliveries, stock control, and debtors.
• Providing technical support and training to stakeholders.
• Supporting product development and field trials.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying,