Sales Representative – Grain / Chemical Solutions at Kontak Recruitment

About the Role:

• As a Sales Representative – Grain / Chemical Solutions, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and managing commercial relationships across the grain and chemical value chains.
• You will work across products including soybean, maize, wheat, rice, plastic resin, fertiliser, synthetic rubber and related materials, engaging with domestic and international stakeholders and contributing to bulk trading transactions.
• The successful candidate will combine strong commercial instincts with analytical thinking, market awareness and the ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced international trading environment.

Experience Required:

• 3–5 years' relevant experience in grain trading, agricultural commodities, chemical products, industrial materials, sales, business development or a related commercial environment.
• Proven experience in sales, business development, trading or commercial relationship management.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets, supply chains and international trade dynamics.
• Experience engaging with domestic and/or international clients and stakeholders.
• Exposure to bulk trading, procurement, logistics or commodity transactions will be advantageous.
• Strong English communication skills are essential.
• Afrikaans proficiency is highly advantageous due to client and market engagement requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop and pursue new business opportunities across grain and chemical markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international clients, suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Develop sales opportunities across agricultural and chemical value chains.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and manage bulk trading transactions.
• Monitor commodity prices, market movements, supply conditions and industry developments.
• Analyse market flows and identify emerging opportunities and potential risks.
• Stay informed of relevant regulations, market trends and changes within the grain and chemical industries.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align commercial and sales strategies with broader business objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and manage transactions with a high level of attention to detail.
• Contribute market insights to support informed business and trading decisions.
• Proactively identify opportunities for sustainable business growth and expansion.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and commercial thinking abilities.
• Excellent sales, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to interpret market data and identify commercial opportunities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Resilience and persistence in pursuing business opportunities.
• Ability to remain composed when managing complex transactions, changing market conditions and commercial risks.
• Adaptability and agility in a fast-moving trading environment.

This Role Will Suit You If You:

• Are commercially minded and naturally driven to identify and pursue new opportunities.
• Have a genuine interest in commodity, agricultural or chemical markets.
• Enjoy working with market data, trends and commercial information.
• Can confidently negotiate and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Are comfortable operating in an international business environment.
• Have the resilience to follow opportunities through from initial engagement to successful transaction.
• Pay close attention to detail while maintaining a broader commercial perspective.
• Can work effectively in a fast-paced environment where market conditions can change quickly.
• Are looking to develop your career within a global trading and business environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 100% medical aid coverage for the employee.
• Cell phone allowance.
• Travel allowance.
• 13th cheque.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Exposure to international markets and global trading operations.
• Opportunity to work across both grain and chemical value chains.