Plant Diagnostics Sales Representative (W1145)
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Job Location:
Cape Town - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
* Qualification in Agriculture Biotechnology Plant Science Marketing or Business with proven sales or business development experience within agritech life sciences or related agricultural sectors. Valid drivers license and willingness to travel extensively across South Africa. *
Description:
An agricultural diagnostics laboratory is looking for a driven and dynamic Sales Representative to join their team. The duties include but are not limited to: Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities within the agricultural sector. Visit client sites (farms nurseries and research facilities) regularly to strengthen relationships and showcase our diagnostic services. Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets. Maintain strong communication with existing clients to ensure continued satisfaction and uphold our client retention rate. Prepare and deliver professional presentations and proposals to potential clients. Manage client accounts from initial contact through to service delivery and follow-up. Collaborate with internal laboratory and operations teams to ensure smooth client onboarding and support. Keep accurate sales records client notes and reports using CRM or internal systems. Attend agricultural expos industry events and networking opportunities to promote the company. Provide regular reports and updates to the Directors and business development team.
Key Requirements:
Qualification in Agriculture Biotechnology Plant Science Marketing or Business. Proven sales or business development experience ideally within agritech life sciences or related agricultural sectors. Experience working with cultivators nurseries or agricultural input suppliers essential. Understanding of molecular testing or plant health diagnostics will beneficial. Valid drivers license and willingness to travel extensively across South Africa.
Additional Requirements:
Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage travel schedules and administrative tasks. Self-motivated and proactive with a passion for achieving results. Energetic personable and able to build trust quickly with clients.
*Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply
**Please quote Plant Diagnostics Sales Representative (W1145) in the subject line
***Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Cold Calling
- Retail Sales
- Territory Management
- Upselling
- Product Demos
- Outside Sales
- Medicare
- negotiation
