Technical Advisor

Agritalent; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agribusiness in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a qualified Technical Advisor responsible for selling ruminant feed. The ideal candidate should have a B.Sc in Animal Science, a minimum of 5 years experience in sales and marketing within the animal feed industry, and a strong technical knowledge of ruminant nutrition. This role offers the opportunity to work independently while building strong relationships with clients.

Qualifications

• 5 years sales and marketing experience in an animal feed company.
• Technical knowledge in Ruminant nutrition.
• Pro-active and hardworking.

Responsibilities

• Sell ruminant feed through technical knowledge.
• Engage in value-adding activities on a farm.
• Maintain good interpersonal relationships with clients.

Skills

Strong marketing profile

Sound knowledge of Ruminant nutrition

Good administration and planning skills

Ability to create and maintain relationships

Self-Motivated

Education

B.Sc (Agric) Animal Science

M.Sc (Agric) Animal Science

Job description

Introduction

An Agritalent client, a leading agribusiness, requires the services of a suitably qualified, well-motivated and results-driven Technical Advisor to be appointed in the above-mentioned vacant position who will be responsible for selling of ruminant feed through technical knowledge and value-adding activities on a farm.

Desired Experience & Qualification

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSB.Sc (Agric) Animal ScienceM.Sc (Agric) Animal Science will be an advantage5 years sales and marketing experience in an animal feed company.TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE / COMPETENCIESStrong marketing profileSound knowledge of Ruminant nutritionExtrovert with a positive attitudeGood administration and planning skills – effective and efficientAbility to create and maintain good interpersonal relationships with clients Able to work and operate independentlyBEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES / SKILLSPro‑active Hardworking Reliable and positive Self‑Motivated initiator