Technical Sales Representative Organic Plant Nutrition

A leading South African manufacturer of certified organic fertilisers, soil conditioners, and pest control for agriculture and gardening is hiring a Technical Sales Representative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Sales (70% of work)
  • Analyse soil, sap, and leaf data, to develop comprehensive fertilizer recommendations & programmes.
    • As their customers are typically Regenerative/Organic growers, the successful incumbent will need to exhibit advanced “natural systems” thinking, not just NPK + lime.
  • Assist with planning and running trials.
  • Develop and conduct training for customers, agents, distributors etc.
• Strategy, Innovation & R&D (20% of work)
  • Support R&D efforts to develop new products and improve existing products.
  • Ensure our technical approach is leading and up to date with the latest knowledge.
  • Integrate new technologies in Agriculture into our products and service. offering with a strong emphasis on data gathering & management.
• Product Management (10% of work)
  • Manage fertiliser registrations (Act 36).
  • Maintain all other documentation, SDS, GHS, etc.
  • Support Organic certification audits and product certification.

Candidate Profile

Required Experience

• Strong background in agronomy, soil science, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in biological, organic, or regenerative systems.
• Experience working directly with farmers or agricultural operations.

Key Capabilities

Systems Thinking

• Understand the interaction between soil, plant, climate, and economics.
• Focuses on long-term sustainability and outcomes.

Data & Technology Awareness

• Comfortable using and interpreting agricultural data
• Open to adopting new tools and technologies

Commercial Acumen

• Understand cost structures, margins, and farm profitability.
• Aligns technical advice with financial outcomes.

Communication & Training

• Strong ability to educate and influence.
• Can simplify complex ideas for practical application.

Adaptability & Curiosity

• Continuously learning and evolving.
• Open-minded and not dogmatic in approach.

This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth and development within a dynamic, organically certified plant nutrition company. As part of a medium-sized, privately owned business, the successful candidate must appreciate the entrepreneurial nature of smaller organisations, where initiative and adaptability are essential. Rather than following a rigidly defined path, they will be expected to actively shape their own career trajectory, contributing to both their personal success and the company’s growth. They are seeking someone who is flexible, open-minded, and willing to embrace collaboration and co-creation - qualities that are vital in a fast-evolving technical environment.

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