Field Sales Representative - Agricultural Products

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Health insurance

Performance-based commission

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Field Sales Representative to service farming communities around Polokwane, Limpopo. This hybrid role blends extensive field visits with office planning and reporting to drive sales of agricultural inputs and technologies.

You will demonstrate products, assess farmer needs, and provide expert advice to improve yields and efficiency, while building lasting relationships with rural customers and traveling across the territory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience in agriculture or related products.
• Strong understanding of farming practices and agricultural challenges.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients in rural/agricultural settings.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within territory.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell agricultural products and services to farmers and agricultural enterprises.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships.
• Understand customer needs and provide appropriate product recommendations.
• Conduct product demonstrations and provide technical advice.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets for the territory.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities within the agricultural sector.
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts.
• Collaborate with the technical support team to address customer issues.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Education

Agriculture degree/diploma

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading supplier of agricultural inputs and technologies, is looking for a dedicated Field Sales Representative to serve the farming communities around Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA. This role requires a proactive individual who can build strong relationships with farmers and agricultural businesses, understand their needs, and provide tailored solutions to enhance crop yields and operational efficiency. You will be responsible for promoting and selling a range of agricultural products, offering expert advice, and ensuring customer satisfaction. This Hybrid role involves significant time spent in the field meeting clients and visiting farms, complemented by office-based administrative tasks and planning, offering a balanced approach to work in the Polokwane region.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell agricultural products and services to farmers and agricultural enterprises.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships.
• Understand customer needs and provide appropriate product recommendations.
• Conduct product demonstrations and provide technical advice.
• Achieve and exceed sales targets for the assigned territory.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities within the agricultural sector.
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts.
• Collaborate with the technical support team to address customer issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of sales experience, preferably in the agricultural sector or with related products.
• Strong understanding of farming practices and agricultural challenges.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build rapport with clients in rural and agricultural settings.
• A degree or diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively for field visits.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively within the territory.
• Based in or able to travel regularly to and from Polokwane, Limpopo, ZA for this Hybrid role.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance-based commission.
• Health insurance and other standard employee benefits.
• Company vehicle provided for field travel.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in agricultural technologies.
• Exposure to the latest innovations in the agricultural industry.
• A supportive team environment focused on empowering local agriculture.