Description/Synopsis: Our client, an industry-leading agriculture company with a national footprint, is seeking an Agricultural Area Sales Manager to manage and expand seed sales across the Howick region. The role oversees a network of independent agents, ensuring they are active in the field, meeting targets, and providing excellent service to farmers. You will act as the central point of contact for farmers, handling queries, complaints, and technical support while ensuring smooth coordination between agents and the Howick branch. This is a highly mobile role — ideal for someone who thrives on relationship-building, problem-solving, and spending most of their week on the road.
Minimum Requirements:
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Agricultural qualification or studying towards
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3–5 years’ experience in agricultural sales or agronomy
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Valid driver’s licence
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Ability to work independently and travel extensively
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Comfortable managing agents and handling farmer queries and complaints
Main Responsibilities:
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Manage and support independent agents across KwaZulu-Natal
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Ensure agents meet sales targets and maintain strong farmer relationships
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Oversee sales flow from agent submission to delivery and invoicing
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Conduct regular farm visits and agent check-ins
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Provide support for farmer queries, including seed complaints
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Work from the Howick branch on office days; field-based most of the week
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Contribute to regional sales growth and market development
Desired Skills:
- Building
- Communication
- Sales Management
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About The Employer:
For similar vacancies and more exciting opportunities please keep visiting our website or follow us on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/company/kingsleyirons-recruitment/www.kingsleyirons.co.zaShould you meet the above minimum requirements, please submit your CV and a copy of your ID and Qualifications to [Email Address Removed] . Please quote the Agriculture Area Sales Manager – Howick in the subject line of your email as reference. Our consultants will assess your suitability to the vacancy. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful, however we will retain your CV and details on our database in accordance with POPIA and will contact you in the near future should a suitable position become [URL Removed] have the option to “opt-out” and request us to delete your information at any time by sending a mail to admin (@) [URL Removed] / info (@) [URL Removed] you.
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