Junior Key Account Manager - Animal Feed

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural supplier in Pretoria is seeking a Junior Account Manager to assist with sales strategies and technical support for livestock solutions. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Agric Animal Science, be SACNASP registered, and possess strong communication and computer skills. This role requires some travel within Africa and offers a market-related salary.

Qualifications

• Must be SACNASP registered or in process thereof.
• Previous exposure to the agricultural sector is essential.
• High level of computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sales Manager in sales strategies and budgets.
• Conduct sales activities within assigned territories.
• Provide technical support to customers.

Skills

Communication skills in English and Afrikaans

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Sales experience

Understanding of livestock production

Education

BSc in Agric Animal Science or similar field

SACNASP registered or in process

Job description

Junior Account ManagerReference : PTA

JP-1An established supplier of livestock feed, and health and hygiene solutions is seeking a Junior Account Manager to assist in developing and implementing sales strategies and budgets for Sub-Saharan Africa, including technical and administrative tasks.

Minimum requirements for the role

• Must have a BSc in Agric Animal Science or similar field
• Must be SACNASP registered or in process thereof
• Previous exposure to the agricultural sector is essential and sales experience is advantageous
• Basic understanding of livestock production with emphasis on nutrition, health, and hygiene will be required
• Must have a high level of computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Good communication skills, specifically in English and Afrikaans, with the ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders of all levels, will be required
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel (10% of time into Africa)

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Sales Manager in developing and implementing sales strategies and budgets.
• Conducting sales activities within assigned territories.
• Providing technical support to customers through remote advisory services and on-farm assistance.
• Performing administrative duties including transaction recording, travel coordination, and report preparation.
• Collaborating across departments to ensure business objectives are met.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates.

Package & RemunerationMarket related