Equipment Sales Representative (Agriculture) x1
Job Overview
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Job Title: Equipment Sales Representative (Agriculture)
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Location: Worcester, Free State, Mpumalanga & Limpopo
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Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
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Industry Sector: Agriculture / Sales / Equipment
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Salary: To be discussed
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Published: 22 hours ago
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Employer: Orchard Agri (Pty) Ltd
Job Description
Orchard Agri (Pty) Ltd is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Equipment Sales Representative to promote and sell agricultural machinery directly to farmers and end-users across multiple regions including Worcester, Free State, Mpumalanga, and Limpopo. This role is ideal for a sales professional with strong technical knowledge of farm equipment and a passion for engaging with clients in the agricultural sector.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sales and Customer Engagement
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Engage directly with farmers and end-users to assess and understand their equipment needs
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Present and demonstrate farming equipment, clearly explaining features and benefits
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Offer tailored solutions for individual farming operations
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Negotiate and close sales deals, meeting or exceeding monthly targets
2. Lead Generation and Market Development
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Actively prospect and generate new business by visiting farms, attending events, and leveraging existing leads
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Follow up on leads from the Spares Counter Sales Rep and Workshop
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Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities
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Provide relevant service leads to the Spares and Workshop teams
3. Product Knowledge and Technical Expertise
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all Orchard Agri equipment (tractors, harvesters, sprayers, cultivators, motorcycles, etc.)
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Stay informed on competitor products and emerging technologies
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Participate in product training and demonstrations
4. Customer Support and After-Sales Service
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Guide clients on operation, maintenance, and servicing of purchased equipment
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Liaise with workshop teams to ensure proper delivery, setup, and after-sales service
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Address and resolve customer concerns and warranty issues
5. Sales Reporting and Administration
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Maintain accurate records of sales, customer interactions, and feedback
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Provide regular reports and forecasts to the Sales Manager
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Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth order processing and deliveries
Minimum Requirements
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Experience:
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Minimum of 3 years in agricultural equipment or heavy machinery sales
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Proven ability to meet/exceed sales targets
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Education:
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Matric (Grade 12) required
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Tertiary qualifications in Sales, Agriculture, or Mechanical Engineering are advantageous
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Skills:
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Strong customer engagement and negotiation skills
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Ability to explain technical equipment to clients
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Highly self-motivated and goal-driven
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Excellent communication and presentation skills
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Industry Knowledge:
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Understanding of the needs of fruit, nut, grape, berry, and citrus farmers
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Familiarity with farming operations in the Western Cape and surrounding regions
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Other Requirements:
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Valid driver’s license
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Willingness to travel frequently to customer sites
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Flexibility for weekend or after-hours work, as needed
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Application Insight
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Job Posting Age: 22 hours ago
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Application Method: Easy Apply (Online)
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Employer Type: Orchard Agri (Pty) Ltd – Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing Sector
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Company Size: 51–250 employees


