Minimum requirements for the role:

Must have a bachelors degree or higher in Animal Science, Marketing or Finance
MBA/MBL is highly advantageous
Minimum 5 years management experience in a related industry will be required
Exposure to procurement and internal trade is essential
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office with ERP/CRM software (SAP or Salesforce) knowledge an added advantage
Proficiency in Afrikaans and English, with an openness to learning additional languages such as German, Japanese, or other African languages will be ideal
Must be willing to travel internationally (2-3 times annually) and domestically (5-6 times annually)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Developing and executing sales strategies to drive revenue growth and identifying new business opportunities in the animal feeds sector.
Fostering and maintaining strong relationships with customers, distributors, suppliers, and stakeholders, both domestically and internationally.
Communicating goals, strategies, and updates to internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.
Monitoring global market trends to inform strategic decision-making.
Negotiating with suppliers, distributors, and stakeholders to secure favorable terms and pricing.
Ensuring compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and safety requirements for feed products globally.
Identifying risks and implementing strategies to mitigate market fluctuations, supply disruptions, and changing consumer demands.
Resolving production, distribution, and marketing issues related to feed additives.
Identifying opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and innovation in sales and marketing of feed additives, locally and globally.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidate Apply Now

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