Technical Sales Representative (Granular Fertilizers & Stimulants), Free State

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 223,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Mirna Butler Recruitment is seeking a Technical Sales Representative in the Free State who blends strong sales skills with practical agronomy knowledge to serve farmers. The role focuses on building trusted relationships, understanding crops, soils, and fertilizers, and translating this knowledge into real on-farm solutions.

Based in the Free State, the position offers commission and a company vehicle. The candidate should have 3+ years in agricultural sales, reside in the local area, possess a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in agriculture
• Residence in the area you are applying for (Candidates from Bothaville, Sasolburg, Frankfort, Heilbron, Lindley, Bethlehem, Reitz, Harrismith, Fouriesburg and Ficksburg)
• BSc in Agriculture is advantageous but not essential
• Fluent in Afrikaans
• Valid driver's license
• In-field agricultural experience (Crop Specialist)
• BASOS and/or AVCASA certification (Crop Life)

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers to understand their needs
• Present tailored product solutions and provide after-sales service
• Grow and nurture a loyal client base in your area
• Introduce innovative products to improve yields and efficiency
• Drive sales and achieve results for farmers' ongoing success

Skills

Sales experience

Agriculture knowledge

Relationship building

Target-driven

Education

BSc Agriculture

BASOS / AVCASA (Crop Life)

Job description

Are you a strong sales-driven professional with a passion for agriculture and a solid technical understanding of agronomy?

We are looking for a Technical Sales Representative in the Free State who can confidently combine sales ability with practical agricultural knowledge to build trusted, long-term relationships with farmers. This role is ideal for someone who understands crops, soils, fertilizers, and sustainable farming practices — and can translate that knowledge into real solutions for clients in the field.

What We’re Looking For:

We value candidates who have:

• A strong agricultural background

• Solid technical and practical thinking ability

• Proven success in building relationships with farmers

• The ability to link agronomic principles to real on-farm challenges

• A naturally sales-driven, target-focused mindset

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years of sales experience in agriculture

• Reside in the area you are applying for: Bothaville, Sasolburg, Frankfort, Heilbron, Lindley, Bethlehem, Reitz, Harrismith, Fouriesburg and Ficksburg

• BSc degree in Agriculture (Advantageous but not essential)

• Fluent in Afrikaans

• Valid drivers license

• In-field agricultural experience (Crop Specialist)

• BASOS and/or AVCASA certification (Crop Life)

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers to deeply understand their unique needs

• Present tailored product solutions and provide attentive after-sales service

• Grow, manage, and nurture a loyal client base in your area

• Introduce innovative products that help farmers improve yields and operational efficiency

• Drive sales and achieve results that contribute to farmers’ ongoing success

Remuneration:

R 20 000 - R 30 000 basic, depending on experience + Commission, company vehicle