Area Manager

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and technically minded Area Sales Manager to join a leading agricultural company. This role is ideal for a sales professional with experience in biological sciences or entomology who enjoys building lasting customer relationships and providing technical solutions to growers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow an existing customer portfolio.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities to increase market share.
• Provide technical advice and recommend tailored biological crop protection solutions.
• Develop and execute sales plans together with the Sales Manager and distribution partners.
• Maintain strong relationships with growers, distributors and customers.
• Effectively manage customer visits and sales activities using CRM tools.
• Handle customer follow-ups, quotations, order administration and logistics.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for business growth.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and after-sales support.

Skills & Attributes

• Positive attitude with a passion for agriculture.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Team player with excellent relationship-building abilities.
• Organised with strong planning and administrative skills.
• Commercially driven with excellent negotiation skills.

• Must be based in Groblersdal, Polokwane or the surrounding area.
• Minimum 2 years' sales experience within biological sciences or entomology.
• Degree in Agriculture, Botany, Microbiology or a related field is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural crops, including: Citrus, Subtropical fruit, Grapes, Vegetables, Berries and Nuts.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the region.
• CRM experience will be advantageous.

• Commission structure. Performance incentives. Company vehicle. Business credit card. Laptop. Cellphone.

Salary: R40000 - R50000 per month