Area Manager
via Fourier Recruitment · Groblersdal, Limpopo
- Pay
- R 40 000 – R 50 000 per month
- Type
- Permanent
- Experience
- Between 1 - 3 Years
- Level
- Senior
- Sector
- Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
- Closes
- in 27 days
- Recruiter
- Fourier Recruitment · All jobs at Fourier Recruitment
About the role
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.
What they're looking for
- 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.
What's on offer
- Commission structure. Performance incentives. Company vehicle. Business credit card. Laptop. Cellphone.
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