Stellenbosch: Sales Associate/Business Development (Agriculture experience essential) (Stellenbosch) posted by Datafin
Posted on 2025-05-21 00:00:00
| Employer | Datafin |
|---|---|
| Category | Other IT/Computer |
| Location | Western Cape / Stellenbosch |
Job Summary
Stellenbosch – Western Cape – South Africa
- Identify, engage, and develop relationships with prospective clients in the fresh produce industry.
- Conduct thorough market research to identify potential areas and clients for business expansion.
- Travel extensively to meet with prospective clients, understanding their needs and presenting tailored solutions.
- Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals, ensuring a seamless and effective process.
- Develop and deliver compelling sales presentations and product demonstrations.
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions to meet both client and company requirements.
- Use HubSpot CRM to track and manage all sales activities, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions, sales progress, and forecasts.
- Generate and analyse sales reports from HubSpot to identify trends, measure performance, and make data-driven decisions.
- Provide exceptional post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
- Follow up with clients to ensure they are effectively using the SaaS platform and address any issues or concerns promptly.
- Work closely with the account operational team to ensure there is a clear handover and implementation of new clients
- Collaborate with the product development team to relay client feedback and contribute to product improvement.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with the sales manager and other team members regarding sales activities, challenges, and successes.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape in the fresh produce sector.
- Attend industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to expand industry knowledge and network.
- Participate in ongoing training and development programs to enhance sales skills and product knowledge.
- Include non-client facing employees in sales meetings and client visits to increase their knowledge of the fresh produce industry
- Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Agricultural Economics or a related field
- Drivers licence (This role will include travelling)
- 2 – 3 years experience in a Agritech or agricultural company, logistics provider, perishable commodity agent / retailer or commercial farming company in a planning, operational, logistics or solutions role.
- Experience in in sales, preferably in a SaaS company
- Someone to enhance the positive company culture with a high emphasis on morals, values and diversity
- Someone who looks forward in being part of a team that loves the bokke
- Preferably someone with a passion for/experience in the agriculture and /or logistics & technology industries
- A go-getter that can grow with the company
- The commercial team works as a strong unit and needs members to fuel everyone’s success
- Strong negotiation and closing skills.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in using CRM tools, specifically HubSpot.
- Excellent problem solving and organisational ability.
- Ability to travel extensively and manage a travel schedule effectively.
- Proven ability to be part of a team and collaborate across departments.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Proven verbal and written communications skills in English and Afrikaans.
- Excellent attention to detail.
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