Regional Sales Manager

Our client is looking for a Regional Manager for the Mpumalanga.  The ideal candidate will provide support and direction to a team of technical sales representatives within the region to deliver a high-quality service, support the client base, and build and maintain relationships with distributors/farmers. The Regional Manager will have great experience managing/supervising a team, come from an agronomy background, and have a strong sense of initiative. The successful candidate must be from the region and have excellent knowledge of the various crops, areas, and climate to build, develop, and grow this area to reach success. Requirements Bilingual – Afrikaans and English – speak, read, and write. Agriculture qualification is preferable. Previous experience as an Agronomist (advantageous). Minimum 2 to 3 years of managing /supervising a team. Sales experience (advantageous) Oral, written, telephone and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Computer literate with knowledge of all Microsoft Office Programs. Decision-making skills: Should have the ability to analyze information and evaluate results in order to make the best decision in solving problems to provide direction, support and assistance to the region. Planning skills: Should have the ability to develop specific plans and goals to help in accomplishing tasks efficiently. Motivating skills: The regional manager should be able to encourage and build team spirit among staff, bringing about mutual respect and cooperation. Ability to identify new opportunities and exploit them to the benefit of the company. Familiar with marketing techniques and concepts relevant to the agriculture sector. Benefits Negotiable Performance Bonus