Sales Representative – Grain / Chemical Solutions

Kontak Recruitment · Gauteng

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About the Role

As a Sales Representative – Grain / Chemical Solutions, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities and managing commercial relationships across the grain and chemical value chains.
You will work across products including soybean, maize, wheat, rice, plastic resin, fertiliser, synthetic rubber and related materials, engaging with domestic and international stakeholders and contributing to bulk trading transactions.
The successful candidate will combine strong commercial instincts with analytical thinking, market awareness and the ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced international trading environment.

3–5 years' relevant experience in grain trading, agricultural commodities, chemical products, industrial materials, sales, business development or a related commercial environment.
Proven experience in sales, business development, trading or commercial relationship management.
Strong understanding of commodity markets, supply chains and international trade dynamics.
Experience engaging with domestic and/or international clients and stakeholders.
Exposure to bulk trading, procurement, logistics or commodity transactions will be advantageous.
Strong English communication skills are essential.
Afrikaans proficiency is highly advantageous due to client and market engagement requirements.

Identify, develop and pursue new business opportunities across grain and chemical markets.
Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international clients, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Develop sales opportunities across agricultural and chemical value chains.
Negotiate commercial agreements and manage bulk trading transactions.
Monitor commodity prices, market movements, supply conditions and industry developments.
Analyse market flows and identify emerging opportunities and potential risks.
Stay informed of relevant regulations, market trends and changes within the grain and chemical industries.
Collaborate with internal teams to align commercial and sales strategies with broader business objectives.
Maintain accurate records and manage transactions with a high level of attention to detail.
Contribute market insights to support informed business and trading decisions.
Proactively identify opportunities for sustainable business growth and expansion.

Strong analytical and commercial thinking abilities.
Excellent sales, communication and negotiation skills.
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to interpret market data and identify commercial opportunities.
Excellent attention to detail.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Resilience and persistence in pursuing business opportunities.
Ability to remain composed when managing complex transactions, changing market conditions and commercial risks.
Adaptability and agility in a fast-moving trading environment.

Are commercially minded and naturally driven to identify and pursue new opportunities.
Have a genuine interest in commodity, agricultural or chemical markets.
Enjoy working with market data, trends and commercial information.
Can confidently negotiate and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Are comfortable operating in an international business environment.
Have the resilience to follow opportunities through from initial engagement to successful transaction.
Pay close attention to detail while maintaining a broader commercial perspective.
Can work effectively in a fast-paced environment where market conditions can change quickly.
Are looking to develop your career within a global trading and business environment.