Current Opportunities at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A well-established integrated pest management company based in Tzaneen is seeking the above to be responsible for managing the dossier life cycle, including coordinating submissions, renewals, and compliance with guidelines and accreditations. The position can be based in Tzaneen or in Gauteng, with travel to Tzaneen from time to time.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification, with an M.Sc. being preferred
• SACNASP registration is highly beneficial
• Previous regulatory experience is advantageous
• Must have an understanding of biological pest control
• Experience in compiling dossiers for Act 36 registrations, with additional experience in writing protocols, is advantageous
• Experience or an understanding of product development processes
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Responsible for dossier life cycle management.
• Coordinating pre-registration and post-registration dossier submission activities.
• Understanding various guidelines and accreditations (GMP/GLP/SANAS/OECD/SANS/FAO/GHS).
• Managing product renewals with various ministries of Agriculture.
• Updating in-house files.
• Coordinating and organizing analytical reports required for registrations.
• Coordinating artwork and packaging designs.
• Fostering effective liaison with government and other regulatory bodies, both locally and internationally.

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• A well-established independent wine specialist organisation is looking for a Senior IT Business Analyst to drive their digital transformation by researching, planning, implementing, and enhancing AI-driven solutions, optimizing processes, and aligning systems with business objectives through cross-department collaboration and strategic technology recommendations.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant degree in IT, Business, Mathematics, BSc, or a related field; advanced degree is preferred
• Must have higher Grade mathematics in matric, with an average no lower than 70%
• Minimum 10-12 years’ experience in system development and business analysis, with a preference for exposure to FMCG, distribution or related environments
• Software development experience is advantageous
• Working knowledge of relational databases and the ability to create, manage or gain insights into relational datasets
• Working experience of SQL is advantageous
• Must have strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret extensive datasets and develop multi-faceted solutions
• A proven track record of introducing and delivering effective solutions with exposure to roles as Project Leader/Project Manager
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Exposure to and working experience in guiding and leading project teams and/or functional teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate findings clearly to all levels of the organization
• A collaborative team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently
• Competency in usage of project management methodologies and related tools (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Kanban) are essential
• Experience and knowledge of technologies such as HTML5, Blazor C#, .Net and SQL is advantageous
• Experience and knowledge of Syspro and Tableau are advantageous
• Must possess strong analytical skills with the ability to solve problems, identify innovative solutions, and create accurate, well-structured system designs
• Must be an adaptable communicator capable of effectively presenting insights to diverse audiences while working collaboratively or independently to drive processes forward
• Demonstrate a commitment to confidentiality, excel at building rapport with executives, developers, and internal teams, and consistently strive to add value to the system audience and end users

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Researching, planning, and documenting deliverables to support business and department objectives.
• Collaborating with multiple departments to ensure alignment with project requirements and objectives.
• Managing the project lifecycle, ensuring deliverables are being met within scope and on time.
• Coordinating testing processes to ensure the solution is meeting business needs and delivering accurate results.
• Developing and implementing change management strategies to ensure the smooth adoption of new solutions.
• Leading user training and ensuring the effective handover of systems to end-user departments.
• Identifying and proposing AI-driven solutions to improve efficiencies, automating routine tasks, and enhancing decision-making processes.
• Continuously researching emerging technologies and assessing their applicability to the company’s digital transformation strategy.
• Analyzing current systems and processes to identify opportunities for improvement and enhancements.
• Making recommendations for upgrades or system modifications, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Overseeing the implementation of system improvements, coordinating with stakeholders and IT teams.
• Playing a key role in identifying and recommending innovative technologies, including AI, that are aligning with business strategy.
• Researching emerging AI technologies and best practices to provide cutting-edge solutions.
• Analyzing existing business processes and end-user experiences to identify areas for efficiency improvements.
• Mapping and analyzing database structures and data sets, providing recommendations on how to leverage business data effectively.
• Working closely with IT and software development teams to ensure alignment between technical capabilities and business expectations.
• Developing and maintaining value analysis tools to support data-driven decision-making.

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• A leading pet food manufacturing company with a keen interest in the Food FMCG is seeking a Dispatch Manager to be responsible for ensuring that efficient systems and controls are in place to manage all aspects of dispatch and warehousing operations. This includes overseeing the management of costs related to staffing, breakages, shortages, and materials such as pallets and packaging. The position also involves implementing, executing, and coordinating processes and systems to ensure the smooth operation of both the warehouse and dispatch functions.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant Supply Chain/Distribution tertiary qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a warehouse environment
• Experience within food manufacturing is critical
• Supervisory and/or management experience is critical
• Food Safety knowledge – FSSC 22000 is essential
• Fluency in English (Speak and Write)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Creating, implementing, and ensuring execution of the procedures and processes related to Warehousing and Distribution.
• Conducting physical counts of products and reconciling with data to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Performing daily, weekly, and monthly stock takes as planned.
• Planning and coordinating picking and dispatch requirements for the week.
• Monitoring, analyzing, and resolving all stock variances.
• Liaising with maintenance on all machinery (forklift) requirements and racking in terms of general maintenance and repairs.
• Ensuring quality control standards are being met.
• Ensuring health and safety regulations and standards are being met.
• Managing the dispatch team in terms of Performance, Discipline, Training, and Regulatory requirements.
• Developing, implementing, and managing key performance indicators (KPIs) for each area of responsibility.
• Analyzing and reporting on all key production indicators in terms of efficiency and variances, including but not limited to Breakages, Shortages, Stock holdings: packaging and product stock, and Performance measures.

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• A well-established world leader in agricultural mechanisation and a global manufacturer and distributor of high-end implements is seeking the above to provide technical support and troubleshooting for agricultural machinery, including tractors and equipment, as well as specialize in system calibration, software updates, and delivering training to dealer technicians and clients.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification as a Diesel Mechanic or Tractor Mechanic
• Minimum 5 years’ extensive knowledge and experience in the agriculture industry, particularly in mechanisation equipment such as tractors and their associated implements
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders
• Experience with tractor transmissions, including Mechanical, CVT, and Powershift systems, as well as CCLS hydraulic systems and their application with hydraulic implements
• Must be able to read Canbus, electrical/electronic, and hydraulic schematics
• Must have a valid driver’s licence and be willing to travel frequently and stay overnight as necessary to meet service demands

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Diagnosing and troubleshooting faults in tractors and agricultural equipment, ensuring accurate and efficient repairs.
• Programming, configuring, and calibrating electronic control units and controllers.
• Performing software downloads and updates to ensure optimal performance of machinery.
• Conducting system configurations for various controllers and ensuring seamless integration with different implements.
• Monitoring the operational performance of equipment while in use to identify and rectify potential issues.
• Providing technical support and service for a range of agricultural machinery, including:
• Hay equipment and balers (both round and square balers)
• Fertilizer spreaders, including both manual and Isotonic models
• Ground-engaging equipment, planters, and sprayers
• Engaging with colleagues, suppliers, dealers, dealer technicians, and farmers to facilitate effective problem resolution and service improvements.
• Delivering training sessions and on-the-job coaching to dealer technicians while troubleshooting technical issues at dealer sites.
• Actively participating in demonstrations of tractors and agricultural equipment to showcase capabilities and ensure proper usage by clients.

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• A market leader and supplier of industrial minerals and associated products and solutions is seeking a Commercial Manager to be responsible for managing the sales and technical team as well as key accounts within the Agricultural market as well as developing and implementing a targeted and focused sales strategy.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a related tertiary qualification in Marketing, Commercial and/or Agri technical field
• Experience in Sales Management and Key Account Management specifically ideally within the fertiliser or related industry is essential
• Must have a proven track record
• Ability astute with sound forecasting and budgeting knowledge and experience
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and managing key accounts for identified customers, analyzing client-related information, and developing strategies to preserve the customer-company relationship.
• Setting objectives and strategies to ensure key clients are receiving consistent service and attention.
• Maintaining and ensuring continuous growth of local and Southern African markets in agreement with company strategies.
• Defining and achieving specific sales, market share, and profit margins.
• Managing the divisional contribution through better cost management and the maximizing of both volumes and margins.
• Developing and implementing national marketing strategies.
• Implementing and controlling marketing activities and sales strategies.
• Conducting competitor analysis and keeping abreast of market developments and trends.
• Training, coaching, and mentoring members within the sales and marketing team.
• Managing research and development initiatives within the department.
• Compiling sales budgets and forecasting for the department.
• Managing the Agri sales and marketing team consisting of internal sales, external sales, and agronomists.

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• An established manufacturer of specialized agrochemicals is seeking a Commercial Manager to manage and oversee commercial interests within the South African geographical scope, ensuring the achievement of financial targets and sustainable customer satisfaction.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B.Sc. Agric degree or similar; an MBA is an advantage
• Minimum 5 years’ strategic management experience within the Agricultural Chemical environment
• Strong commercial experience and understanding is required
• Must have excellent attention to detail and be capable of understanding the context and impact of the market and sales
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transport

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing relationships with Distributor Heads, Head Office staff, and team members within the relevant geographical scope.
• Managing Sales staff activities within the relevant geographical scope.
• Delivering on growth expectations in the relevant geographical scope, while continually analyzing the region to identify opportunities and making proposals.
• Setting budgets per sales area in line with the business budget.
• Acting as a Director on shareholding boards and providing the boards with advice.
• Managing and analyzing forecasts by customer and tracking forecast accuracy.
• Aligning forecasts with the budget.
• Improving the company’s forecast accuracy.
• Monitoring Price/Volume/Sales/GP (actual vs forecast vs last year) to achieve the budget.
• Aligning Commercial and Supply Chain operations.
• Collaborating closely with the Marketing Department to align on projects.
• Implementing agreed Marketing Plans.
• Collaborating with Marketing on client incentives.
• Creating strategies to maximize the development of high-margin products.
• Gathering Marketing Intelligence by interacting with distributors and agents to obtain information about competition and the market.
• Adhering to all HR policies, procedures, and requirements to ensure sound people practices.
• Managing the team’s daily activities.
• Developing employees based on identified training needs in accordance with the Workplace Skills Plan.
• Ensuring general discipline in the department and taking corrective action on all misconduct incidents.
• Conducting Performance Appraisals as per company policy.
• Ensuring the Department is fully staffed with appropriately experienced employees.
• Regularly analyzing opposition pricing for the region.
• Determining pricing per product and developing pricing strategies.
• Managing tender approvals and overseeing costing management.
• Monitoring tender volumes and pricing as per tender submissions.
• Maintaining monthly price lists.
• Delivering Quarterly and Annual Sales and GP budgets in the relevant geographical region.
• Analyzing and tracking sales performance against the budget.
• Developing and executing the Sales and Distribution Strategy for the territory.
• Setting consignment stock thresholds and managing consignment stock levels where applicable.
• Identifying high-value product or label gaps in the market and developing Business cases for their development.
• Providing technical support through training of distributor agents, agent/farm visits, field visits, and farmer days.
• Managing complaint handling and liaising with the Technical Department.

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• A global leader in the agricultural distribution chain is seeking an Area Sales Manager to develop, promote and support company solutions within the specific territory by providing technical, marketing and sales support to the distribution partners.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. Agric or related degree
• An Agronomist with a strong technical and commercial background is highly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of the relevant crop, pests, competitor products and control strategies will be required
• Must have a good understanding of MS Office with strong communication skills in English (Verbal and Written)
• A good understanding of technical, sales, and market aspects is advantageous
• Must have a thorough understanding of technical characteristics of relevant crop protection products and nutrients
• Project management methodology and use of remote working tools are important

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing technical and commercial support to distribution partners with a strong focus on their sales and technical staff.
• Developing and promoting the unique selling points of company products to provide differential and profitable opportunities for partners.
• Initiating campaign plans and co-ordinating the demand and forecast for products.
• Implementing and monitoring demonstration trials with the distribution channel to show and promote company products.
• Providing feedback on market information to enable the company to adapt product positioning when required.
• Preparing and providing technical market support for products to maximize sales.
• Building close value adding relationships with distribution partners and industry influencers.

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• An established distributor of crop protection chemicals is seeking an experienced CEO with specific expertise in the South African crop protection industry to lead company operations, strategy development, and fiscal management, while ensuring alignment with business objectives, building stakeholder relationships, promoting company culture, and ensuring legal compliance and industry knowledge.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary education
• Formal managerial training as well as experience in senior management, preferably in the agricultural industry, is essential
• Must have knowledge of profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow management, as well as general finance and budgeting
• Ability to build consensus and relationships among stakeholders
• An entrepreneurial mindset with outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• In-depth knowledge of corporate governance and general management best practices are essential
• Analytical abilities and problem-solving skills, together with excellent communication and public speaking skills
• Must be able to quickly understand new issues, make decisions, and inspire confidence while building trust
• Strong ability to work under pressure, manage workload effectively, and delegate tasks as needed
• Proven negotiation skills

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing inspired leadership, overseeing all operations and business activities to ensure the desired results, consistent with the overall strategy and mission of the company.
• Developing high-quality business strategies and plans, ensuring their alignment with short-term and long-term objectives, while overseeing the development and implementation of operational policies and a strategic plan.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of corporate finance and performance management principles to oversee the company’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing.
• Reporting to the board of directors and keeping them informed.
• Acting as the primary spokesperson for the company, building trust relations with key partners and stakeholders, and serving as the point of contact for important shareholders.
• Developing the company’s culture and overall vision by creating an environment that promotes great performance and positive morale.
• Assuring all legal and regulatory documents are filed.
• Monitoring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Identifying and addressing problems and opportunities for the company.
• Building alliances and partnerships with other organizations, maintaining a deep knowledge of the markets and the industry of the company.

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• An established vegetable seed production company is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable data professional with expertise in automation, API development, and data analysis to optimize their data ecosystem. The ideal candidate will develop and implement data integration strategies, ensure seamless system communication, and extract actionable insights from their datasets.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. in Computer Science, Mathematical Statistics, or Data Science
• Experience in the agriculture or Agri Tech sector is advantageous
• Must be familiar with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Knowledge of machine learning or predictive analytics is highly advantageous
• Strong proficiency in MS SQL Database management
• Must have experience with API development and system integrations
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, or similar is essential
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must have experience with Office 365 and cloud-based data solutions such as AWS or Azure
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Automating data processing workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Developing and maintaining APIs to integrate various internal systems.
• Extracting, cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data to support business decisions.
• Designing and implementing database solutions using MS SQL.
• Ensuring data integrity and security across platforms.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and provide solutions.
• Maintaining and optimizing data storage, retrieval, and reporting processes.

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• A global leader in the agrochemicals industry is seeking the above to be responsible for managing key farmer accounts, driving sales, and providing technical support, while building strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring effective product positioning and marketing strategies.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Sales, or Marketing
• CropLife Certification is advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ combined sales and technical experience in the agricultural industry
• Proven track record in client relationship management
• Strong knowledge of fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides is essential
• Must have extensive expertise in plant health and crop care
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong presentation skills aligned with the company’s Agricultural Product brand
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English (Read, Write, Speak)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing sales and expense budgets for key accounts.
• Overseeing the key farmer account buying process alongside the Commercial and National Sales Managers.
• Ensuring company products are included in tender and material requests.
• Identifying and segmenting potential mega farmer key accounts.
• Conducting regular farm visits to assess needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Collaborating with Technical Sales Specialists (TSS) to provide on-site technical consultation.
• Strengthening relationships with key farm stakeholders (buyers, financial managers, technical managers, farm managers, consultants, and owners).
• Ensuring accurate monthly and annual forecasting aligned with mega farmer buying patterns.
• Developing and implementing strategic product positioning proposals.
• Optimizing crop protection marketing materials and advertising programs in partnership with the marketing department.
• Conducting regular meetings with area teams, customer agents, and management structures.
• Providing technical support during farmer days and sales events.
• Offering technical recommendations on company products and spray programs.
• Implementing crop team decisions with customers and agents.
• Driving demand through demonstrations, field trials, and customer success stories.
• Utilizing loyalty programs to secure volume commitments and counter generic price competition.
• Providing product training and stewardship guidance on the safe handling of crop protection products.
• Collaborating with partners to offer value-added services, such as AI fruit sizing and precision farming.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to identify opportunities and threats.
• Negotiating and finalizing Prestige Rewards agreements with growers and managing tender business evaluations.
• Supporting growers throughout the season to address challenges and ensure satisfaction.
• Organizing and participating in industry events, including Prestige Club meetings, product launches, and farmer days.