Area Sales Manager - Agrochemicals

Recruiter:

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

PTA001553/JP

Date posted:

Monday, August 11, 2025

Location:

Somerset West, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:

A well-established global agrochemicals company with a leadership position in the generic crop protection chemicals industry is seeking a dedicated Area Manager to be responsible for leading business growth and product innovation by providing technical support, managing logistics, training agents, and expanding the distributor network within the assigned area.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a National Diploma or Degree in Agriculture
CropLife or BASOS accreditation will be an advantage
Minimum 3-5 years’ working experience in a similar role
Must be computer literate in Microsoft applications

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Developing and implementing strategies for business growth within the area.
Designing and developing innovative products with the product development team.
Providing technical advice to agents on the use of products on various crops.
Helping distributors to develop solutions for crops.
Helping to manage logistics and supply chain arrangements for depots regarding stock.
Managing forecasts within the area for each depot or sales agent.
Providing training on company products or crops for study groups or distributors.
Managing and controlling consignment stock in depots to increase sales and reduce stock levels (in coordination with the logistics department).
Visiting all agents allocated to the area from time to time (at least once every 1–2 months, depending on the number of agents).
Doing demonstration trials and reporting on results.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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