Cape Town City Centre: Regional Sales Manager – Crop Protection

January 5, 2026 Jobs in Cape Peninsula

Job Description

About the Role

The Regional Sales Manager – Crop Protection position is a key role within our team, responsible for driving business growth and ensuring timely product availability. As a seasoned agricultural industry professional, you will be expected to optimize crop protection marketing materials, enhance customer relationships, and identify new opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities

Enhance key customer relationships with distributors, agents, and farmers.
Identify and support new producers in the area to grow business and become part of the portfolio.
Ensure accurate monthly and annual budgeting for timely product availability.
Develop and implement proposals for strategic product positioning.
Establish strong relationships and hold regular meetings with the regional team and customers.
Arrange and provide support during farmers’ days and sales events, including on-farm technical assistance.
Conduct and promote stewardship training and safe handling for farm managers and workers.
Conduct technical training for customers.
Create and implement an action plan and approach for each customer to reach annual targets.
Complete administrative tasks and reports in a timely manner with regular and accurate feedback.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years combined sales and technical experience in the agricultural industry.
Strong knowledge of fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides is essential.
Extensive expertise in plant health and crop care, specifically cereals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Fluency in Afrikaans and English (read, write, speak).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sales or Marketing.
CropLife Certification is advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

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How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced agricultural industry professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application with your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

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About Sales Jobs in Cape Town Region

Cape Town’s sales landscape is shaped by the city’s strong economy, diverse industry base, and growing demand for innovative solutions. Typically, sales professionals in this region can expect to find opportunities across various sectors, including technology, financial services, manufacturing, and e-commerce. Generally, these roles require a combination of interpersonal skills, business acumen, and technical knowledge to drive revenue growth and customer satisfaction.

In terms of compensation, salaries for sales positions in Cape Town vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and individual performance. Typically, common salary ranges for entry-level sales roles start around R200 000 – R400 000 per annum, with experienced professionals earning upwards of R600 000 – R1 million or more. However, it is essential to note that these figures are broad estimates and may not reflect actual salaries for specific job openings.

Common skills required for success in sales roles include strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build rapport with customers and stakeholders, a solid understanding of industry trends and market dynamics, and proficiency in CRM software and sales tools. Often, sales professionals also benefit from technical knowledge in areas such as data analysis, marketing, or product development. In addition, many employers place a high value on sales candidates with strong business acumen, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.

Sales roles can be found across various industries, including technology, financial services, manufacturing, and e-commerce. The financial services sector, for example, commonly employs sales professionals to build relationships with clients and promote financial products. Similarly, the technology industry often requires sales talent to drive revenue growth through product sales and partnerships. Manufacturing and e-commerce sectors also frequently rely on skilled sales professionals to expand their customer base and increase market share.

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Career development opportunities are available in sales roles, with many employers investing in training and development programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge. Typically, successful sales professionals can expect to progress to leadership roles or transition into specialized areas such as account management, business development, or sales strategy. With experience and a strong track record of performance, sales talent can also pursue opportunities in related fields such as marketing, product management, or entrepreneurship.

This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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