Area Manager - Technical Sales

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Area Manager - Technical Sales at Mayfly Agri, a leading provider of biological crop protection solutions, including beneficial insects, biopesticides, and pollination products. The successful candidate will be responsible for growing the regional biological products portfolio through customer engagement, new business development, technical IPM support, sales planning, CRM management, field demonstrations, and market analysis. **What you will do** * Managing and growing an existing customer portfolio through regular engagement and ongoing support. * Proactively acquiring new business and expanding market share for biological products in the region. * Providing expert technical advice on integrated pest management IPM and tailoring custom product packages to individual customer needs. * Developing and executing a targeted sales plan in collaboration with the Sales Manager and key distributors. * Efficiently managing daily schedule, customer data, and sales pipeline using CRM tools. * Handling all client follow-ups, technical queries, administration, and logistics coordination for orders. * Conducting on-farm visits, product demonstrations, and field trials to showcase the performance and application of biological solutions. * Building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with distributors, growers, and other industry stakeholders. * Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback; reporting performance, forecasts, and opportunities to management. * Participating in industry events, trade shows, and training sessions to promote biological solutions and stay at the forefront of crop protection knowledge. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Must have a Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or similar science degree * Minimum 2 years’ sales experience specifically in biological sciences or entomology agricultural biological products * Must have a strong practical understanding of Sugar Cane, Macadamias, and Row Crops * Self-disciplined, independent worker with a positive team-player attitude and excellent communication skills * Valid driver’s licence and full willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory * Must be based or willing to be based in the region **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a dynamic and knowledgeable individual with a Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or a similar science field. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of sales experience specifically within biological sciences or entomology agricultural biological products, coupled with a strong practical understanding of Sugar Cane, Macadamias, and Row Crops. Applicants should be self-disciplined, independent, possess a positive team-player attitude, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. A valid driver’s licence and a willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory are essential, as is being based or willing to relocate to the region. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/area-manager-technical-sales-mayfly-agri-pty-ltd Source: myjobmag

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