Junior Parts Marketer - VKB Mechanisation, Harrismith

VKB Group; Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

VKB Agriculture in Harrismith, Free State, is seeking a Junior Parts Marketer to drive sales of agricultural parts and solutions while building trusted relationships with farmers. You will manage stock, stay informed on new technologies, and handle point-of-sale responsibilities.

The role emphasizes customer service and a passion for farming. Candidates should have Grade 12 with Mathematics, proven sales/marketing experience in parts, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Proven sales and marketing experience in parts (essential).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Knowledge of and passion for agriculture.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of agricultural parts, accessories, and solutions while meeting agreed targets (commission applicable).
• Manage stock effectively, ensuring availability, ordering based on movement, and sourcing scarce parts quickly.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with farmers and clients.
• Stay up to date with agricultural technologies and equipment to serve customers better.
• Take responsibility for the point-of-sale process including cash and card transactions.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping of stock and displays.
• Commit to continuous training and growth, both personally and professionally.

Skills

Sales experience

Marketing

Customer service

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict management

Under pressure

Agriculture knowledge

Education

Grade 12 / NQF 4 with Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Who We Are

At VKB Group, we believe in growth that is rooted in humility, driven by hunger, guided by smart thinking, made bold by innovation, and strengthened by teamwork. With deep roots in agriculture, we are committed to supporting farmers, producing straight-from-the-farm foods, and building an agribusiness for the future.

Our Mechanisation division plays a key role in keeping agriculture moving forward by supplying farmers with the right equipment, parts, and solutions when they need them most.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a JuniorParts Marketer to join our team in Harrismith, Free State. This is more than just a sales role—it’s about building lasting partnerships with farmers, understanding their needs, and ensuring they have the right parts to succeed.

If you are someone who is:

• Humble enough to learn from others and serve our customers first,
• Hungry to achieve goals and grow your career,
• Smart in solving problems and finding opportunities,
• Bold in taking initiative and driving results,
• A true Team Player who thrives in collaboration,

then you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

What You’ll Do

• Drive sales of agricultural parts, accessories, and solutions while meeting agreed targets (commission applicable).
• Manage stock effectively, ensuring availability, ordering based on movement, and sourcing scarce parts quickly.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with farmers and clients.
• Stay up to date with agricultural technologies and equipment to serve customers better.
• Take responsibility for the point-of-sale process including cash and card transactions.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping of stock and displays.
• Commit to continuous training and growth, both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Need

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 with Mathematics.
• Proven sales and marketing experience in parts (essential).
• Knowledge of and passion for agriculture.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• A strong customer service orientation.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict management skills.

Why VKB?

• Join a team that values growth, learning, and collaboration.
• Be part of a proudly South African agricultural group with strong farmer roots.
• Work in an environment where bold ideas are encouraged, and teamwork drives success.
• Competitive remuneration including performance-based commission.

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.