Row Crop Tech Product Manager

Mayfly Agri; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayfly Agri is seeking a skilled Agricultural Sales Specialist to develop and sell its product portfolio in Gauteng. You will deliver technical support to agents and farmers, run trials, and lead pre-launch and launch activities for row crops.

The role requires extensive travel and strong bilingual communication in English and Afrikaans. The successful candidate will plan crop growth programs, train stakeholders, manage budgets for the sales area, and build trusted relationships with growers and

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science or a similar qualification.
• Extensive technical, research, sales and marketing experience in row crops is essential.
• Fully bilingual in English and Afrikaans (read, write, speak).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sell the Biorational and Conventional product portfolio in allocated regions to drive sales growth.
• Provide technical support at agent and farmer levels to address production challenges.
• Conduct trials to demonstrate the value proposition of products.
• Organize and lead farmer and retailer information days to promote product awareness.
• Execute pre-launch and launch activities targeting farmers, dealers, agents, and key industry players.
• Develop programs for crop growth and protection based on knowledge of row crops.
• Conduct product training sessions for relevant stakeholders in the area of responsibility.
• Develop and manage budgets for the sales area and product range.
• Ensure product stewardship practices are upheld throughout all activities.
• Build relationships based on trust and technical expertise with growers and agents.
• Create demand and sell the value proposition of the product portfolio.
• Develop crop plans and identify business opportunities to enhance market penetration.
• Perform ongoing research and development for products and relevant crops to increase production.
• Manage time effectively, work independently, and take accountability for the assigned area.
• Drive business growth and sales through proactive strategies and inherent sales motivation.

Skills

Extensive row crops experience

Sales experience

Marketing experience

Bilingual EN/AF

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science

Job description

Mayfly Agri is seeking a skilled Agricultural Sales Specialist to develop and sell its product portfolio in Gauteng. You will deliver technical support to agents and farmers, run trials, and lead pre-launch and launch activities for row crops.

The role requires extensive travel and strong bilingual communication in English and Afrikaans. The successful candidate will plan crop growth programs, train stakeholders, manage budgets for the sales area, and build trusted relationships with growers and