Input Trade Marketer
Be part of building the agribusiness of the future
At the VKB Group, our story begins with the land – and with the farmers who nurture it. What started as providing everything needed on the farm to grow food has evolved into something much bigger. Today, we’re an agricultural powerhouse with strong regional brands (VKB, GWK, and NTK) and a growing “house of brands” that touches every part of the food supply chain: from farming inputs and support, to logistics, processing, and global markets.
Our roots are deeply grounded in agriculture, but our vision is firmly set on the future. Backed by our farmer shareholders, we’re building an agribusiness that goes beyond feeding a nation – we’re creating sustainable progress for generations to come.
At VKB, our purpose is simple yet powerful: Touch lives – for the better. Whether it’s our employees, producers, clients, or communities, we believe in leaving a lasting, positive impact. And we live this out through our values – humble, hungry, bold, smart, and team players – because no one can do this alone.
When we say For the Love of the Land, we mean it – it’s our legacy, our promise, and our passion.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Input Trade Marketer who will drive growth, strategy, and profitability across VKB’s full basket of products – including seed, fertilizer, crop protection, animal feed, animal health products, fencing, fuel, and packaging material.
This role is about more than sales. It’s about:
- Building meaningful, lasting farmer relationships.
- Finding innovative ways to market and promote the VKB basket of products and services.
- Bringing creativity to farmer engagement – whether that’s organising product days, leveraging data insights, finding small but impactful ways to connect on-farm, or collaborating across VKB teams to unlock new opportunities.
- Always focusing on sustainable business growth that adds value to both the farmer and VKB.
What We’re Looking For
- Grade 12 / NQF4 qualification
- Tertiary qualification in a related field; (SAAHA/AVCASA) certification advantageous
- 5+ years’ proven experience in a similar marketing role
- Demonstrated success in marketing & sales initiatives
- Strong administrative skills
- Proven ability to build strong client relationships and think outside the box
What You’ll Do
- Lead Strategy: Develop and implement marketing strategies across the VKB operational footprint.
- Grow Business: Drive sustainable growth beyond inflation-adjusted targets.
- Empower Farmers: Facilitate financing solutions for VKB’s full range of input products.
- Find New Ways: Use data, creative campaigns, and innovative approaches to bring new energy to the VKB product basket.
- Build Networks: Organise and participate in farmer days and events to expand influence and trust.
- Strengthen Relationships: Visit farmers regularly, ensuring VKB remains a valued partner on the farm.
- Deliver Service Excellence: Resolve customer queries quickly and effectively.
- Communicate Clearly: Maintain seamless communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth order processing and admin efficiency.
Skills That Set You Apart
- Conflict management & problem-solving finesse
- Sharp negotiation skills that balance client and business needs
- Strong business acumen – knowing when to pursue, and when to walk away from, an unsustainable deal
- Confidence to make informed decisions under pressure
- Creativity and innovation in marketing strategies
- Exceptional organisation and attention to detail
- Independence with the drive to achieve ambitious goals
Why Join VKB?
At VKB, you’ll join a company that:
- Lives by values: humble, hungry, bold, smart, and teamplayers.
- Shapes legacies: “For the Love of the Land” isn’t just our motto – it’s our mission.
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Empowers people: we create opportunities for growth, innovation, and leadership.
Are you ready to be bold and grow with us? Apply now and bring your passion for agriculture to life at VKB.
Other Information
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