Technical Sales Manager

Mayfly Agri Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agricultural input manufacturing is seeking a Sales Representative to promote products and develop sales strategies in Northern South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in agricultural sciences and proven sales experience, along with the ability to provide technical support and engage with stakeholders effectively. This role requires extensive travel and a commitment to customer satisfaction and market competitiveness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ practical sales and business development experience in commercial agriculture.
• Hands-on experience in crop production and general agricultural practice is essential.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are required.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the company’s products and profile with stakeholders.
• Compiling and implementing a sales and marketing strategy.
• Managing sales and product forecasts based on sales history.

Skills

Sales Growth

Technical Support

Market Competitiveness

Customer Satisfaction

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Education

Tertiary qualification in Plant, Soil, or Agricultural Sciences

AVCASA and BASOS accreditation

Qualifications in financial management, administration, or marketing

Job description

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : June 15, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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• A well-established input manufacturer and distributor of products for horticultural and field crops is seeking the above to be responsible for promoting the company's products, developing and implementing sales strategies within the Northern parts of South Africa. The ideal candidate would ideally be based centrally to service Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West, and Gauteng. Additionally, you would be responsible for providing technical support to stakeholders and coordinating marketing and research initiatives while ensuring market competitiveness and customer satisfaction.

Minimum requirements for the role :

• Must have a tertiary qualification in Plant, Soil, or Agricultural Sciences, along with AVCASA and BASOS accreditation, with qualifications in financial management, administration, or marketing being advantageous
• Minimum 3-5 years’ practical sales and business development experience in commercial agriculture
• Hands-on experience in crop production, farm implements, irrigation and general agricultural practice is essential
• Must have proven experience of growing sales within an area as well as influencing the shift required to grow business
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English (Read, Write, Speak)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

• Promoting the company’s products and profile with stakeholders in the area.
• Compiling and implementing a sales and marketing strategy for the area that focuses on current performance delivery and future growth performance.
• Managing sales and product forecasts based on sales history and budget.
• Engaging in solution-oriented discussions regarding price lists and conducting daily liaison with procurement officers from relevant distribution companies.
• Remaining relevant by being appropriately informed on competing products and area strategies.
• Offering reliable and dependable technical support to agents and farmers on a variety of crops.
• Taking charge of and investigating complaints to achieve appropriate solutions.
• Coordinating product training, promotions, and marketing in general.
• Playing a leading role in and assisting with research and demonstration trials.
• Assisting in the development and identification of niche market products / opportunities.
• Assisting the marketing team with the compilation of technical information for all stakeholders.
• Being willing to travel extensively in designated areas and countrywide.