Technical Advisor at Yara South Africa – Apply Now!

🌍 About Yara

Founded in 1905, Yara is a global leader in agricultural solutions, operating in over 60 countries with more than 17,000 employees. In South Africa, Yara Animal Nutrition manages a robust raw materials processing plant and distribution network. We deliver high-quality mineral feed supplements to farmers and feed producers locally and internationally.

🎯 Purpose of the Role

As a Technical Advisor, your mission will be to drive the sales and marketing of Yara’s Animal Nutrition products within Limpopo Province. You will play a key role in supporting clients with technical expertise, fostering strong relationships, and ensuring Yara remains a top-choice partner in the agricultural space.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

✅ Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, including farmers, feedlots, co-ops, and mixing plants
✅ Promote and sell animal nutrition products such as feed phosphates and feed-grade urea
✅ Provide technical assistance in collaboration with nutritionists
✅ Attend agricultural shows, farmer’s days, and industry events to increase brand visibility
✅ Monitor market trends and create action plans to achieve sales targets
✅ Handle client queries, quotations, and ensure timely order processing
✅ Prepare monthly and annual budgets and monitor financial goals for your region

🧠 What You’ll Need to Succeed

🎓 Qualification:
✔️ Tertiary qualification in Agriculture (preferred)

📊 Experience:
✔️ Minimum 5 years in sales within the agriculture or animal nutrition sector
✔️ Background in animal nutrition, feed milling, or farming essential

🌐 Skills:
✔️ Strong communication – bilingual in English and Afrikaans preferred
✔️ Relationship-building, analytical thinking, and budgeting capabilities

📍 Location Requirement:
✔️ Must reside in Limpopo Province to effectively support the region

🤝 Why Join Yara?

At Yara, diversity and inclusion are core to how we operate. Our team is enriched by different perspectives, driving innovative agricultural solutions that tackle food security and climate change head-on. When you join Yara, you’re part of a mission with purpose.

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💡 CV Tips for This Role

📌 Highlight Industry-Specific Experience: Detail your background in animal nutrition, sales in agriculture, or feed milling. Mention specific product lines or markets you’ve worked in.

📌 Showcase Results: Use numbers! Include percentage growth in your sales portfolio, client retention rates, or budgets you managed.

📌 Technical Knowledge Counts: List tools, systems (e.g., CRM or budgeting platforms), and any nutrition or agricultural certifications.

📌 Speak the Language: If you’re bilingual, mention it upfront. Communication in both English and Afrikaans is a key asset.

📌 Include Location Info: Clearly indicate your residence in Limpopo or willingness to relocate, as it’s a job requirement.

🌐 Company Website: https://www.yara.com