Technical Marketer (Cookhouse & Cradock)

Description
SSK currently has the following career opportunity at its Fertilizer, Direct Inputs & Livestock division in Fish River Valley (Cookhouse & Cradock area).

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Manager: Agricultural Input, the Technical Marketer is primarily responsible for:

• Advising farmers/clients and other stakeholders on the most suitable products for improving yields and agricultural efficiency.
• Providing agronomic and scientific support to farmers/clients and sales teams.
• Driving the marketing and sales of fertilizer, seed, and related agricultural products.
• Farm visits to monitor plant health, soil conditions, and crop performance.
  

Requirements

• A BSc Agricultural degree
• Completion of BASOS and AVCASA courses is an advantage
  
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience
  
• Must be bilingual in Afrikaans and English
• In-depth knowledge of the marketing and sales of fertilizer, seed, and related agricultural products
• Must be able to work on his/her initiative and possess excellent time management skills
• Knowledge of pastures and grains
• A proven track record with producers and stakeholders
• Must be able to monitor market trends and competitor activities
• Must be results-driven
• Must possess good computer skills - MS Office applications
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Must have a positive attitude and be able to network/interact with stakeholders at all levels
• Must possess a valid Code B (Code 08) driver's license
  

Please regard your application as unsuccessful if you do not receive feedback within one month of the closing date. SSK reserves the right not to fill any position. SSK is an equal-opportunity employer.