South Africa: Regional Sales Manager

A well-established organisation in the animal nutrition and feed manufacturing sector is seeking a highly capable Regional Sales Manager to oversee and grow their commercial activities within the KwaZulu-Natal region. This role is suited to an experienced sales leader with strong technical knowledge in animal production and feed management. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a regional team of Technical Advisors. Drive sales growth, market penetration, and customer retention across KZN. Develop and execute regional sales and marketing strategies. Manage customer pricing, margins, forecasting, and regional budgets. Build strong relationships with farmers, distributors, and industry stakeholders. Oversee customer satisfaction, assist with technical support, and conduct on-farm visits when required. Ensure adherence to quality standards, procedures, and relevant legislation. Support recruitment, training, and development within the sales and technical team. Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and opportunities within the region. Provide regular reporting and contribute to strategic planning. Requirements: Tertiary qualification in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, or Animal Production . Minimum 5 years’ managerial experience within a commercial, agri, or technical environment. Previous experience in technical sales, feed milling, formulation, or farm consultancy . Experience within the animal feed manufacturing or broader livestock production environment. Strong understanding of ruminant and/or monogastric production and performance metrics. Valid Code EB Driver’s License . Strong computer literacy, including CRM platforms and MS Office. Willingness to travel regionally to engage with customers. Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills. Who We’re Looking For: A driven, solutions-focused leader with strong technical insight, solid commercial acumen, and a passion for working closely with producers and technical teams.