Junior Whole Goods Marketer – VKB Mechanization
- Company: VKB Group – VKB Mechanization
- Location: Bethlehem, Free State
- Department: Mechanization
- Position Level: Junior
- Posted: 4 August 2026
- Closing Date: 11 August 2026
Job Purpose
The Junior Whole Goods Marketer is responsible for promoting and selling CASE IH agricultural equipment while building strong relationships with farmers and agricultural businesses. The role combines sales, customer service, technical product support, and business administration to help customers choose mechanization solutions that improve farm productivity and profitability.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
- Experience in agricultural equipment sales or a related agricultural marketing role
- Valid driver’s licence
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English
- Willingness to travel within the operational area
- Willingness to attend ongoing product and technical training
Advantages
- Experience selling CASE IH agricultural equipment
- Knowledge of agricultural mechanization and precision farming
- Relevant agricultural or technical qualification
- Experience working with commercial farmers
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Customer Relationship Management
- Market and sell CASE IH tractors, combines, and agricultural equipment
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with farmers and agricultural businesses
- Identify customer needs and recommend suitable mechanization solutions
- Achieve sales targets and increase market share
- Develop new business opportunities within the assigned area
Technical & Product Support
- Conduct equipment handovers and product demonstrations
- Assist with equipment installation, setup, and programming
- Stay informed about new agricultural technologies and precision farming solutions
- Attend manufacturer and VKB product training
Business Operations
- Assist with inventory planning and stock management
- Maintain accurate sales records, reports, and documentation
- Coordinate equipment deliveries and logistics
- Comply with company policies, safety standards, and risk management procedures
Required Skills
- Sales and negotiation
- Customer relationship management
- Agricultural equipment knowledge
- Product demonstrations
- Communication skills
- Planning and organisation
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Computer literacy
- Administration and reporting
- Technical aptitude
- Business development
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Passionate about agriculture
- Customer-focused
- Commercially minded
- Self-motivated and goal-driven
- Technically curious
- Resilient and willing to work in the field
- A strong team player who aligns with VKB’s values
Working Environment
- Based in Bethlehem with regular travel to customers
- Combination of office-based administration and field sales
- Frequent interaction with farmers, agricultural producers, and suppliers
- Continuous product and technical training on CASE IH equipment
Benefits of the Role
- Opportunity to build a career with one of South Africa’s leading agribusinesses
- Exposure to internationally recognised CASE IH agricultural equipment
- Ongoing technical and sales development
- Opportunity to work closely with the agricultural community and contribute to modern farming solutions