Parts Marketer - VKB Mechanization, Harrismith

Introduction to the VKB Group
The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Job Description

We are seeking 2 Parts Marketers to join our Mechanisation team in Harrismith.

The ideal team players will be responsible to sell the organisation's merchandise according to agreed targets. Effectively displays the entire range of stock on hand and maintains the housekeeping of the stock and fittings. Administers and controls all cash and card transactions handled at the shop.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF 4 with mathematics
• Previous experience in sales and marketing of parts is essential
  
• Agricultural knowledge and a passion for the industry
• Ability to work under pressure
• Orientation towards marketing and client service
  
• Stay up-to-date on the latest agricultural equipment and technologies

Duties And Responsibilities

• Meet sales targets (commission structure is applicable)
  
• Manage inventory and ensure timely availability of essential parts. This includes ordering of stock according to movement and customer needs
• Acquisition of parts that are not readily available or scarce, in due time
• Promote and sell agricultural parts, accessories and solutions
• Build strong relationships with clients
• Willing to undergo continuous training
• Other ad-hoc job related duties

Skills Required

• Conflict management skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  
• Microsoft Office skills
  
• Negotiation skills
• A customer-first mindset and a drive to deliver results

Other Information

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