Mpumalanga: Technical Sales Specialist

Job Title: Technical Sales Representative Location: Mpumalanga (Nelspruit and surrounding areas) Overview: We are seeking a technically strong, agriculture-focused Sales Representative to drive sales, support clients, and grow market share within the Mpumalanga region. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in agricultural productsspecifically fertilizers, plant health products, and crop chemicalswith the ability to provide hands-on technical solutions to clients. Key Responsibilities: Sales & Business Development Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the agricultural sector. Manage and grow an assigned customer base across the Mpumalanga region. Conduct regular client visits, field demonstrations, and product evaluations. Provide technical recommendations to farmers and distributors based on crop needs, soil health, and product suitability. Stay informed on competitor activity, market trends, and regional developments. Technical Support Deliver technical product training and support to customers and internal teams. Advise farmers on fertilizers, plant nutrition, plant health, and crop protection solutions. Assist with troubleshooting field issues and ensuring product efficacy. Collaborate with the technical manager where needed. Administration & Reporting Maintain detailed visit logs, sales call reports, and customer interactions. Prepare forecasts, territory plans, and call cycles. Ensure accurate record-keeping and follow-up on all customer queries. Minimum Requirements: Qualifications BSc Agriculture (or similar agricultural qualification). Additional short courses in agronomy, plant health, or chemical products advantageous. Knowledge of Arfosa , Bathos , or similar agricultural product systems beneficial. Experience 35 years proven experience in technical agricultural sales. Strong experience working with fertilizers, plant health products, and agricultural chemicals . Practical exposure to fieldwork, crop care, and farmer engagement. Skills & Competencies Strong technical agricultural knowledge. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and travel frequently within the province. High level of reliability, professionalism, and punctuality. Strong problem-solving and customer-service orientation. Additional Notes Role involves significant travel within Mpumalanga. Remote work structure, but field-based. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, urgent-response environment.