Sales Specialist

Apex Animal Health (Pty) Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Job summary

A leading animal health company based in Centurion seeks a Sales & Product Specialist with over 3 years of experience to enhance market share in the equine and companion animal sectors. The successful candidate will build relationships with veterinarians and retailers, deliver product training, and monitor sales performance. Required qualifications include a BSc Agric (Animal Science) and proficiency in Afrikaans and English. Join a growing company that values science and integrity, contributing to improving animal lives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sales within the animal health industry.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Strong understanding of the animal health market.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Highly motivated, customer-focused, and able to work independently.
• Own reliable transport.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Identify and grow new business opportunities.
• Maximise sales with existing clients.
• Deliver product presentations and training.
• Monitor sales performance and provide insights.
• Represent Apex Animal Health at trade shows and industry events.
• Monitor sales performance against regional targets and provide monthly reports with insights and recommendations.
• Analyse customer trends and competitor activities to help shape sales strategy.
• Serve as the go-to product specialist within your region.

Skills

Sales Strategy

Business Development

Communication

Presentation

Negotiation

Customer Focus

MS Office

Education

BSc Agric (Animal Science) or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Location: Gauteng (Centurion)

Type: Permanent | Full-time

Working Hours: Monday – Thursday: 07:00 to 17:00 | Friday: 07:00 to 13:00

Salary: Competitive, education and experience-based salary

Benefits: Travel allowance

About the Role

Apex Animal Health is seeking a motivated Sales & Product Specialist with 3+ years relevant experience. This role is ideal for a results-driven individual who is passionate about expanding market share and building long-term relationships within the equine and companion animal industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and grow new business opportunities across equine and companion animal segments.
• Maximise sales potential with existing clients and retail partners by driving cross-selling and up-selling opportunities, ensuring full product portfolio penetration and sustainable revenue growth.
• Build and expand relationships with trainers, breeders, veterinarians, retailers, key influencers, and other industry role players.
• Deliver product presentations, training sessions, and technical support to clients and retail partners.
• Represent Apex Animal Health at trade shows and industry events.
• Monitor sales performance against regional targets and provide monthly reports with insights and recommendations.
• Analyse customer trends and competitor activities to help shape sales strategy.
• Serve as the go-to product specialist within your region.

Profile & Requirements

• A BSc Agric (Animal Science) degree, veterinary nursing qualification, or comparable qualification and relevant practical experience.
• Strong understanding of the animal health industry.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Highly motivated, customer-focused, and able to work independently.
• Own reliable transport.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Why Join Apex Animal Health?

If you want to be part of a rapidly growing company that is a market leader in equine supplementation and is now expanding into other high-growth areas of animal health and nutrition, Apex is the place for you. At Apex, we combine science, compassion, and integrity to deliver trusted animal health and nutrition solutions. As part of our team, you’ll play a vital role in improving the lives of animals while building a rewarding career in a fast-paced, competitive industry.

How to Apply

Send your CV (with cover letter) to [e-mail]