Northern Cape: Senior Branch Marketer (Irrigation) – GWK Retail, Douglas posted by VKB Group

Introduction to the VKB Group The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years. Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels. This house of brands weve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future. Job Description The ideal team player will sell the organisation’s merchandise according to agreed targets. Effectively market stock to customers, manage stock control to ensure constant availability of stock to clients. This position will be focused on Water / Irrigation systems. The ideal candidate is a results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced agricultural environment, builds lasting client relationships, and delivers practical irrigation solutions tailored to customer needs. Requirements Grade 12 or NQF 4 23 years experience in agricultural retail, irrigation marketing, or a related field. Excellent interpersonal skills Proven knowledge of irrigation equipment, systems, and current industry trends. Willingness to learn, grow, and sometimes work after hours A natural people-person who thrives under pressure Ability to work under pressure Orientation towards marketing and client service Team orientated Willing to undergo continuous training Duties and Responsibilities Market and sell irrigation products, pumps, water systems, and related agricultural merchandise in line with agreed sales targets. Provide practical guidance to clients on irrigation, pumps and other product selection. Stay updated on irrigation technologies, product trends, and water-efficiency practices to provide informed advice. Maintain strong relationships with farmers, contractors, and agricultural clients to ensure repeat business. Stock control and stock orders Accurate measurements of spaces as per client needs Receiving of stock Precise calculation of cutting lists that meets the needs of the client Maintain high standards of customer service , addressing queries and resolving complaints timeously Other ad-hoc job related duties Contribute towards marketing and promotions to drive sales growth and branch visibility. Other job-related administrative duties such as GRV’s, Filling, invoicing etc.) Logistics Skills Merchandising skills Conflict management skills Basic computer skills Problem solving skills Negotiation skills Sound sales and interpersonal skills Precision attention to detail Other Information The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion. VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment. VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Groups approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Groups Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities. Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal. Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word The CV should not have handwriting on the document NB! Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Drivers License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents. When uploading profile picture , make sure the minimum size uploaded is 300 x 300px