TECHNICAL SEED MARKETER

SUMMARY:
Overberg area, Western Cape Province – South Africa: The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in promoting the company’s products by providing expert technical advice to farmers, clients, and distributors.

POSITION INFO:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• Proven experience in pastures, forage and cover crops.
• Applicable BSc Agric degree or a similar agricultural qualification.
• Advantageous: Experience in marketing agricultural inputs.
• Ability to work independently, with proficiency in computer skills, and a willingness to travel.
• Expertise in managing trials.
• Fluent in both English and Afrikaans.
• Based in or near Robertson (preferred).
• Skilled in implementing effective sales strategies.
• Strong communication skills and connecting effortlessly with end-users.
• Customer-centric focus with a commitment to building and maintaining strong relationships

• Sales and Technical Support: Provide expert technical advice, assess end-user needs, and drive sales.
• Trial Management: Oversee all aspects of trials, including planting, weed control, fertilizer application, and data capture.
• Product Introduction: Introduce new products to the market and effectively transfer product information.
• Events and Education: Organize farmers' days, address study groups, and actively participate in training and negotiating with distribution networks.