Branch Marketer - VKB Retail, Vivo

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future

About the Role

We’re looking for a Branch Marketer who thrives on responsibility, leadership, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take ownership of stock management within your designated areas, including ordering, merchandising, stock control, and regular stock takes
• Deliver exceptional customer service by understanding customer needs, resolving queries, and building strong, lasting relationships
• Drive sales through upselling, cross-selling, and effective marketing of relevant agricultural and related products
• Actively engage with customers and farmers to identify opportunities and recommend suitable products and solutions
• Execute branch marketing initiatives, promotions, and campaigns to increase customer engagement and grow branch sales
• Monitor market trends and customer need to identify new business and sales opportunities
• Maintain high standards of product presentation, merchandising, and in-branch promotions
• Work closely with the Senior Branch Marketer and Branch Manager to achieve branch sales, marketing, and operational targets
• Provide regular feedback and reporting on sales activities, customer trends, stock levels, and marketing initiatives
• Support the overall success and profitability of the branch through a proactive, sales-focused approach

What We’re Looking For

• Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent (NQF Level 4)
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable working effectively in a multicultural environment, with the ability to communicate and build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s licence
• Be able to have own accommodation, as Vivo is a rural area with limited accommodation available
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Willingness to learn, develop, and grow within the agri-retail environment
• Flexible and willing to work occasional after-hours when required
• A confident, friendly, and customer-focused people-person who enjoys building relationships
• Ability to remain calm, organised, and effective while working under pressure
• A proactive, self-motivated, and sales-driven approach to achieving targets

Skills That Will Set You Apart

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Proactive problem-solver with a strong customer-first approach
• Sales-driven with a proven ability to identify and convert opportunities
• Strong understanding of agricultural products, farming needs, and the agri-retail environment
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, customers, and suppliers
• Confident in promoting products, generating sales, and achieving branch targets
• Strong product knowledge with the ability to provide practical solutions to customers
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently in a fast-paced retail environment
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage customer enquiries, follow-ups, and marketing activities
• Commercially minded with an understanding of local market trends and customer needs
• Willingness to work in the field and actively engage with farmers and agricultural communities

Our Secret Ingredient

At VKB Group, we value individuals who are:

Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Team Players.

If you’re ready to step up, take ownership, and grow into a leadership role, we want to hear from you.

Other Information

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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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