Technical Advisors – Extensive Ruminants

An established animal feed company is seeking experienced Technical Advisors – Extensive Ruminants to join its growing team. Exciting opportunities are available across South Africa, offering motivated agricultural professionals the chance to build strong customer relationships, provide expert livestock nutrition support, and drive sustainable sales growth within the extensive ruminant sector

Purpose of the Role

Promote and grow the company's extensive ruminant product range while providing technical advice and product support to customers and prospects. The successful candidate will build long-term client relationships, achieve regional sales targets, and contribute to increased sales volumes and profitability

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

• Promote and sell the extensive ruminant product range to new and existing customers
• Achieve monthly and annual sales targets
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships
• Conduct regular customer visits to grow existing business and develop new opportunities
• Monitor competitor pricing and market trends
• Identify customer needs and provide value-added solutions
• Stay informed about developments within the extensive ruminant industry

Technical Support

• Provide technical guidance on extensive ruminant nutrition
• Advise customers on forage production, including dryland and irrigated pastures
• Monitor product performance on farms and in feedlots
• Gather production data and customer feedback
• Participate in study groups, trade shows, and industry events
• Maintain effective communication with customers and internal teams

Administration

• Manage customer administration and internal coordination
• Prepare accurate weekly, monthly, and customer reports
• Assist with debtor management and account follow-ups
• Maintain sector planning documentation
• Report non-conformances and ensure appropriate follow-up
• Meet project deadlines and reporting requirements

Minimum Requirements

• B.Agric, B.Sc. Honours, or a 3-year Agricultural Diploma
• Valid Code 08/EB driver's licence
• Eligible to register as a Professional Nutritionist
• Experience in a similar technical sales role
• Previous experience in animal feed, milling, or agricultural sales is advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Key Skills

• Sales and negotiation
• Technical knowledge of ruminant nutrition
• Relationship building
• Problem-solving
• Conflict resolution
• Written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail
• MS Office proficiency

Personal Attributes

• Positive, proactive, and results-driven
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Ethical and professional
• Innovative with a customer-focused mindset
• Able to perform well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Willing to travel extensively as required