Openings at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A well-established animal product and retail company is seeking a Technical Advisor to provide technical support and guidance to branches, customers, and sales teams within an agri-retail environment. The role combines strong technical knowledge of animal nutrition, animal health, and agricultural products with sales support, training, customer engagement, and marketing activities. The position plays a key role in driving sales growth, improving customer satisfaction, and supporting branch performance through expert advisory services and field-based engagement.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agric), B. Tech., B. Com., or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in animal feed, animal health, or a related role (monogastric and ruminants)
• Strong technical knowledge of animal feed, animal health products, and agricultural equipment is essential
• Must have strong technical knowledge of livestock production and agricultural inputs
• Excellent communication, presentation, public speaking, verbal, and written communication skills
• Must be a confident public speaker with strong presentation ability
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a sales-driven mindset and strong commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Comfortable engaging with diverse customers and stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business systems
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking ability
• Comfortable with content creation for digital and social media platforms
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel regularly
• Willingness to work Saturdays as required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Providing technical advice and product support to customers, branch staff, and sales teams.
• Conducting on-site farm visits, customer consultations, and technical assessments.
• Delivering presentations, training sessions, and product demonstrations at branches and customer events.
• Supporting sales growth by identifying opportunities and recommending appropriate product solutions.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and stakeholders across diverse backgrounds.
• Assisting branches with stock planning, product selection, and inventory optimisation.
• Contributing to marketing and social media content, including educational and technical material.
• Training and mentoring branch staff on product knowledge and technical best practices.
• Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to identify opportunities.
• Completing accurate reporting, visit documentation, and administrative records.

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• A well-established animal product and retail company is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager to support the Branch Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the branch, driving sales growth, maintaining excellent customer service standards, managing stock effectively, and leading a high-performing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring operational efficiency while contributing to the branch’s profitability and continued success.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification (N3/NQF Level 4) as well as a B. Sc. or B. Tech. qualification in an Animal Health-related field
• Minimum 2 years' experience in retail, agricultural, or branch management
• Excellent customer service and relationship management skills combined with strong organisational and planning abilities
• Must have a good understanding of inventory and stock control processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and retail computer systems
• Must have a valid driver's license and own reliable transport

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Assisting in managing the daily operations of the branch to ensure efficient and profitable performance.
• Monitoring stock levels, placing orders, receiving stock, and managing inventory, including daily stock counts, batch control, expiry management, and obsolete stock.
• Maintaining high merchandising and housekeeping standards throughout the branch.
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships while ensuring exceptional customer service.
• Supporting sales growth by promoting products, identifying sales opportunities, and coordinating in-store promotions and marketing initiatives.
• Assisting with debtor management and ensuring customer accounts are maintained according to company policies.
• Supervising, motivating, and supporting branch staff by allocating duties, monitoring performance, and encouraging ongoing training and development.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, labour legislation, occupational health and safety requirements, and operational procedures.
• Liaising effectively with Head Office regarding operational, stock, and administrative matters.
• Monitoring market trends and customer demand to ensure the branch stocks the appropriate product range.

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• An established manufacturer of specialised agrochemicals is seeking a Marketing and Communications Manager to build a strong corporate image through proactive content management and structured branding processes. The successful candidate will manage all internal and external communications and communication channels, including social media, ensuring that messaging and branding remain consistent with regional and corporate guidelines. The role will also involve planning and implementing communication strategies at sub-regional and country levels, collaborating closely with departments and business units to ensure marketing collateral and communications accurately represent the organisation, and managing external agencies and contractors to deliver projects within agreed timelines and budgets.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in running proactive media relations and social media and experience in running cross-country and cross-cultural projects
• Must have knowledge of media relations and media
• Ability to recognize local needs and cultural differences
• High level capability in coordinating and planning
• Must be able to work with a small budget and have editorial, graphic design, writing and communication skills
• Ability to motivate a team and run regional projects without direct reporting lines with team members
• Hands-on approach with the ability to engage effectively and build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Proven ability to plan and coordinate large-scale events independently, with a willingness to be actively involved in event setup and coordination
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with professional fluency in English and Afrikaans

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Drafting annual marketing promotion plans in conjunction with the Head of Department, incorporating input from portfolio management and regional marketing teams.
• Maintaining records of approved annual marketing budgets and reporting monthly budget status to the Head of Department.
• Executing product and service communication activities, including product launches and marketing campaigns.
• Planning and implementing advertising across agricultural publications, press releases, websites, and social media platforms.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Marketing Managers and Commercial Managers across regions.
• Supporting business units, marketing managers, stewardship programmes, and agents with promotional requirements, including sponsorships, branded clothing, handouts, banners, and gifts.
• Sourcing quotations, obtaining approvals, placing orders, and processing payments for promotional activities.
• Managing company websites, digital platforms, and web communications by updating and uploading relevant content.
• Identifying, evaluating, and recommending promotional events and marketing opportunities.
• Organizing, managing, and attending events, including Farmers' Days, agent conferences, expos, and trade shows.
• Coordinating promotional displays and marketing materials for events.
• Sourcing suppliers, obtaining quotations, securing approvals, managing procurement, distributing materials, and processing invoices and payments.
• Managing hospitality events as a customer engagement and promotional tool.
• Creating and managing company newsletters as required.
• Contributing creative ideas to marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date marketing administration records, including purchase orders and invoices.
• Generating purchase orders and submitting documentation to the Accounts Department.
• Ensuring supplier payments are processed timeously.
• Compiling and maintaining marketing budgets.
• Coordinating the ordering of company business cards.
• Sourcing suppliers and printers for promotional materials.
• Maintaining electronic libraries of marketing collateral, design files, stock images, and multimedia content.
• Ensuring contractual obligations relating to hospitality events, trade shows, and other agreements are fulfilled in accordance with company legal requirements.
• Participating in monthly marketing communications meetings and providing regional feedback.
• Managing the trade name database in coordination with legal and registration departments.
• Ensuring new product names are registered according to portfolio management requirements.
• Maintaining trade name summaries and records.
• Ensuring all marketing activities align with branding policies and global brand guidelines.
• Managing projects relating to product launches and ongoing operational requirements, including promotional items and branding.
• Monitoring vehicle trackers, logbooks, fuel usage, and petty cash reconciliations.

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• A well-established manufacturer with a diverse portfolio of unsaturated polyester resins, solvent-borne resins, dispersions, and additives is seeking an experienced Polymer Scientist with strong expertise in polyurethane chemistry to join its technical team. The role focuses on formulation optimisation, technical troubleshooting, manufacturing support, and customer-facing technical solutions, while ensuring product performance and commercial success.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. in Chemistry or Polymer Science; A Postgraduate qualification (M. Sc./PhD) is advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in polymer science or polyurethane R&D
• Must have a strong background in formulation and product development
• Experience with rigid foams, CASE or related applications is advantageous
• Proven ability to manage technical projects
• Must have a strong understanding of polyurethane chemistry

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and optimising polyurethane formulations.
• Leading R&D projects from concept to commercialisation.
• Providing technical support to customers and internal teams.
• Troubleshooting product and application challenges.
• Driving innovation and sustainability initiatives.
• Supporting product launches and customer implementation.
• Mentoring and developing technical team members.

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• A well-established commercial feedlot is seeking a skilled and proactive Systems Developer to join the team at the Heidelberg Feedlot. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing and supporting the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central environment, with a strong emphasis on SQL development, system integrations, and business process optimisation.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent proven work experience)
• Minimum 3–5 years’ hands-on experience in SQL development, including T-SQL, SSMS, database design, query optimisation, stored procedures, triggers, and views
• Minimum 2–3 years’ practical experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or NAV)
• Must have proven experience as a Systems Developer or similar technical role
• Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, Azure services, or other Microsoft Power Platform tools are advantageous
• Strong knowledge of system integrations using APIs, web services, middleware, or similar technologies
• Background or experience in finance, agriculture, or operations environments is advantageous
• Solid understanding of ERP processes, particularly in finance, supply chain, inventory, sales, and operations
• Knowledge of reporting tools such as SSRS, Jet Reports, or equivalent is advantageous
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines
• Familiarity with additional Microsoft Dynamics modules is advantageous
• Must reside in Heidelberg or surrounding areas (Gauteng/Mpumalanga) and be willing to travel occasionally when required

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Designing, developing, and customising business solutions and extensions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Creating, optimising, and maintaining complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, functions, and database objects.
• Building and maintaining seamless integrations between Business Central and other internal and external systems using APIs and web services.
• Providing day-to-day technical support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for Business Central users across the business.
• Monitoring system performance, data integrity, and security while implementing proactive improvements.
• Applying system updates, patches, service packs, and upgrades with minimal business disruption.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into clear technical specifications.
• Analysing existing business processes and recommending system enhancements or automation opportunities.
• Developing and implementing automation solutions to streamline operations in finance, supply chain, and feedlot/abattoir processes.
• Producing and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation, user guides, and training materials.
• Partnering closely with IT, Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and other departments to align systems with business objectives.
• Training end-users on new features, custom developments, and system best practices.
• Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all integrated systems.
• Participating in system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and go-live support for new developments.
• Staying current with Microsoft Dynamics 365 updates, SQL best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to the business.