Agri Marketing Agent (animal feed),

Agri Marketing Agent (animal feed), Bethlehem, RNeg + Ben

• Grade 12 (NQF4)
• Tertiary Qualification (B Agric / B.Sc. Agric) will be an advantage
• Strong technical knowledge of animal nutrition will be an advantage
• Valid Code 08/EB driver’s license
• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role (selling & marketing)
• Afrikaans home language
• Demonstrated record of success in the agricultural environment (preference towards animal feed background)
• Ability to work under pressure and extended hours.
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The purpose of this role is to manage designated accounts, and to grow the volume and range of products sold in the designated area. This should be achieved through strategic business decisions, building customer relationships, delivering quality product, and differentiating the Client as a brand.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for the growth in sales of Client’s complete product range.

• Building and maintaining excellent customer relationships.
• Submit accurate weekly/monthly reports as required.
• Continuous communication between in-house personnel / branches and customers.
• Identifying and sourcing of new clients.
• Play an active role in trade shows / farmer days.
• Deliver innovative and strategic solutions to support and grow the current accounts
• Being comfortable to communicate and work with customers at all levels of the organization
• Responsible for regular feedback to customers on deliveries etc.
• Managing product portfolio, launches, pricing and promotional activities
• Managing product forecasting for each account to optimize the company’s procurement and stock levels, and to ensure availability to meet customer requirements.
• Work closely with the internal team, and having the ability to display leadership, influence, delegation by pulling together of resources where appropriate.