Sales Representative - Vegetable Seed

SUMMARY:

A global horticultural seed company is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to focus on vegetable seed sales, develop new varieties, and provide support to farmers throughout South Africa. The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing the company's sales strategy within their designated region while contributing to the overall success of the organization.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification
• Previous sales experience within the vegetable seed industry with good market knowledge is essential
• Ability to work within deadlines, with good personal time management
• Good knowledge of agronomy and irrigation providing support to farmers, while maintaining a commercial perspective
• Must be a team player who finds it easy to communicate and collaborate within the team and with other departments
• Willing to work flexible hours and be able to work under pressure
• Must be computer literate
• Proficiency in Afrikaans and English (Written and Spoken)
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel

• Managing customer accounts.
• Providing technical assistance to clients where possible.
• Providing key customer support.
• Developing market share.
• Contributing to sales planning and budgets.
• Assisting with planning and arranging farmers' days and other marketing/promotional activities.
• Coordinating product trials within the region.
• Collecting and reporting up-to-date market information/data.
• Maintaining proficiency in sales skills and product knowledge.
• Operating within budgeted OPEX.
• Accurately and promptly completing sales administration.
• Delivering products to clients when necessary.
• Coordinating all commercial activities within the region.