Hot Jobs at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A global leader in the agrochemicals industry is seeking the above to lead regional sales efforts, optimize crop protection marketing strategies, and strengthen key customer relationships.

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
• 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:

• Driving regional sales growth and achieving set targets.
• Optimizing crop protection marketing materials in line with the area strategy.
• Strengthening relationships with key customers, including distributors, agents, and farmers.
• Identifying and onboarding new producers to expand the company’s portfolio.
• Ensuring accurate monthly and annual budgeting for timely product availability.
• Developing and implementing strategic product positioning proposals.
• Conducting regular meetings with the regional team and customers.
• Organizing and providing support for farmer events, sales promotions, and technical training.
• Conducting stewardship training on the safe handling of products.
• Implementing action plans for customers to achieve annual sales targets.
• Maintaining timely and accurate administrative reports and CRM updates (Salesforce).
• Initiating, managing, and monitoring demo trials in the region.
• Actively collaborating with peers and managers.
• Enhancing product knowledge on the company’s portfolio and competitor products.
• Completing annual CropLife CPD online courses/modules.

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• A global leader in the agrochemicals industry is seeking the above to lead regional sales efforts, optimize crop protection marketing strategies, and strengthen key customer relationships.

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
• 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:

• Driving regional sales growth and achieving set targets.
• Optimizing crop protection marketing materials in line with the area strategy.
• Strengthening relationships with key customers, including distributors, agents, and farmers.
• Identifying and onboarding new producers to expand the company’s portfolio.
• Ensuring accurate monthly and annual budgeting for timely product availability.
• Developing and implementing strategic product positioning proposals.
• Conducting regular meetings with the regional team and customers.
• Organizing and providing support for farmer events, sales promotions, and technical training.
• Conducting stewardship training on the safe handling of products.
• Implementing action plans for customers to achieve annual sales targets.
• Maintaining timely and accurate administrative reports and CRM updates (Salesforce).
• Initiating, managing, and monitoring demo trials in the region.
• Actively collaborating with peers and managers.
• Enhancing product knowledge on the company’s portfolio and competitor products.
• Completing annual CropLife CPD online courses/modules.

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• A global leader in the agrochemicals industry is seeking the above to lead regional sales efforts, optimize crop protection marketing strategies, and strengthen key customer relationships.

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
• 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:

• Driving regional sales growth and achieving set targets.
• Optimizing crop protection marketing materials in line with the area strategy.
• Strengthening relationships with key customers, including distributors, agents, and farmers.
• Identifying and onboarding new producers to expand the company’s portfolio.
• Ensuring accurate monthly and annual budgeting for timely product availability.
• Developing and implementing strategic product positioning proposals.
• Conducting regular meetings with the regional team and customers.
• Organizing and providing support for farmer events, sales promotions, and technical training.
• Conducting stewardship training on the safe handling of products.
• Implementing action plans for customers to achieve annual sales targets.
• Maintaining timely and accurate administrative reports and CRM updates (Salesforce).
• Initiating, managing, and monitoring demo trials in the region.
• Actively collaborating with peers and managers.
• Enhancing product knowledge on the company’s portfolio and competitor products.
• Completing annual CropLife CPD online courses/modules.

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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 well-established multinational specialty chemical manufacturer, which produces and supplies chemical raw materials, is seeking the above to define, develop, implement, and execute the business strategy for the assigned accounts under the supervision of the Business Development Manager,  EMEA.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have an MBA or Bachelor’s degree in business or science
• Minimum 5-10 years’ sales experience within the Chemical Raw Material industry.
• Must have broad and/or extensive knowledge in formulations in Chemical Manufacturing as well as an understanding of the theoretical concepts and principles 
• Experience in a business environment, preferably B2B, with exposure to a global business culture and proficiency in using CRM tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Achieving budget sales volumes according to the established budget plan.
• Identifying business opportunities, developing plans to win those opportunities, and implementing regional sales strategies.
• Monitoring competitive activity in each account and ensuring that appropriate response strategies are being formulated and communicated.
• Establishing, developing, and strengthening business relations with customers while managing strong channel relationships.
• Following up on customer payments.
• Analyzing the market, promoting new products, product lines, and innovative technologies.
• Selling in multinational regions/countries with different cultures and religions.
• Preparing a yearly business plan for the area, split into separate activities.
• Forecasting within the assigned area.
• Providing customers with the required technical information and ensuring compliance handling.
• Pricing according to directives from the Regional Market Manager.
• Participating in exhibitions and conferences and conducting seminars for customers if required.

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• A well-established company specializing in TV and mobile device repairs is seeking a highly organised and proactive Junior Personal Assistant to support the Operations Manager in their day-to-day activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth functioning of operations by providing administrative support, managing schedules, placing orders for office supplies and liaising with B2B and B2C customers.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an administrative or personal assistant role
• Strong organisational and time management skills is essential
• Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion and work independently in a high-pressure environment
• Proactive, flexible, and be able to effectively manage deadlines while maintaining efficiency
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must have high level of detail and accuracy

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing the Operations Manager’s calendar, including scheduling meetings and appointments.
• Handling correspondence, emails, and phone calls on behalf of the Operations Manager.
• Handling administrative tasks for the call center.
• Preparing documents, presentations, and reports as required.
• Maintaining and organising files and records, both digital and physical.
• Liaising telephonically and via email with B2B customers on the Operations Manager’s behalf.
• Assisting with quoting customers for parts sales.
• Conducting research and gathering information for reports and presentations.
• Liaising with suppliers, vendors, and internal departments as needed.
• Assisting in maintaining office supplies and equipment.
• Handling errands for the Operations Manager when necessary.
• Providing ad-hoc support to the operations team as required.

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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 Seed Production Agronomist with expertise in seed production techniques to be responsible for ensuring the quality, quantity, and efficiency of seed production processes, playing a pivotal role in seed yield and quality for both growers and clients.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Plant-related field); A postgrad qualification would be ideal
• Minimum 2 years' in field experience
• Strong communication skills are essential
• Proficiency in English and Afrikaans (Fully bilingual - written and spoken)
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transport

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing expert technical advice on crop cultivation.
• Efficiently and timely performing monitoring and technical advisory duties.
• Offering quick, thorough, and clear feedback if work execution is not meeting standards.
• Managing the contracting of crops and communicating contract requirements effectively.
• Overseeing logistical planning, execution, and progress tracking.
• Assuming responsibility for quality management, covering all risks related to crops to meet contractual requirements.
• Managing risk associated with the production process.
• Maintaining comprehensive records and generating reports on crop-related activities.
• Providing punctual and clear feedback on crop progress to growers.
• Providing punctual and clear feedback on cleaning progress to growers.
• Ensuring adherence to processes and protocols while continually seeking process improvements.