Posted: By:Hiring Kenya
The Technical Sales Representative will play a vital role in driving sales growth by engaging with farmers, retailers, and dealers. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with commercial acumen to support farmers and contribute to agricultural development.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Activities
Promote and recommend fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds to farmers, retailers, and dealers based on a weekly schedule.
Coordinate daily with customers to ensure timely delivery and superior service quality.
Conduct and monitor field trials, serving as a liaison between the company and farmers to share insights and results.
Organize and follow up on demo trials at growers’ levels, providing feedback to the Line Manager.
Inform key accounts about product offerings, especially new launches, through brochures, field demonstrations, and workshops.
Collaborate with key customers to assist in developing annual sales forecasts.
Identify potential customers and coordinate with managers to expand market share.
Analyze market data on competitor products, pricing, and efficiency to enhance sales strategies.
Credit and Sales Orders
Manage customer accounts, ensuring adherence to credit limits and cash flow targets.
Facilitate the sales order process, from completing purchase orders to confirming stock availability and delivery.
Oversee credit note requests and obtain necessary approvals.
Collections and Receivables
Handle payments, issue receipts, and ensure timely submission to the finance team.
Follow up on collections and deliver account statements for customer review and agreement.
Reporting and Analysis
Prepare daily, monthly, and quarterly sales reports, addressing discrepancies promptly.
Relationship Management
Build and maintain professional relationships with clients through regular market visits and superior customer service.
Resolve client concerns and foster long-term business partnerships.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering.
3-5 years of relevant experience in agricultural sales or field operations.
Strong knowledge of crop production, protection, pesticides, seeds, and irrigation materials.
Proven experience in trial management and development.
Proficiency in English and good computer skills.