Agri Retail Marketing and Category Manager for Packaging Solutions in Louis Trichardt
Recruitment Web South Africa · Louis Trichardt, Limpopo
Overview
A great opportunity for a marketing or sales professional with packaging experience to join an agricultural retail division in Louis Trichardt. You will develop and implement marketing strategies for packaging materials, working closely with farmers, suppliers, and internal branches. If you have at least 3 years of experience in marketing or sales of packaging material and are fluent in Afrikaans and English, this full time role offers a chance to grow sales and build strong relationships in the agricultural sector.
About the role
As the Category and Marketing Manager for Packaging Solutions, you will be based in Louis Trichardt and report to the Input Retail division. Your main focus will be on creating and rolling out marketing strategies for packaging materials that meet the needs of farmers and the business.
Day to day, you can expect to:
- Develop marketing plans and campaigns for packaging products
- Work closely with farmers, suppliers, and internal branches to understand needs and drive sales
- Manage costs while growing revenue in the packaging category
- Travel extensively within the Limpopo region to visit clients and branches
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
Application notes: The ad does not specify a closing date or application instructions, so prepare your CV and supporting documents and apply through the job board link.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or NQF 4 as a minimum requirement
- National Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Business, or Communications will be an advantage
- Minimum of 3 years experience in marketing or sales of packaging material
- Proven track record in agricultural input retail or a related field will be an advantage
- Computer literate, with MS Office essential and marketing tools advantageous
- Proficiency in Afrikaans and English
- Clear criminal record
- Valid drivers license
- Willingness to travel extensively within the region
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement marketing strategies for packaging material within the Input Retail division
- Ensure packaging solutions meet customer and business needs
- Drive sales growth in the packaging category
- Manage costs associated with packaging products
- Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, suppliers, and internal branches
- Travel extensively within the region to support branches and clients
Job details
- Organisation
- Recruitment Web South Africa
- Location
- Louis Trichardt, Limpopo
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Marketing & Communications
- Posted
- 4 November 2026 (3 days ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This role is perfect for someone who knows the agricultural retail space and has a head for marketing. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your experience with packaging materials and any work you have done with farmers or in agri retail. Highlight your ability to speak both Afrikaans and English, as you will be working with a wide range of people. Since the job requires extensive travel, be ready to talk about your willingness to be on the road and your knowledge of the Limpopo area. In an interview, expect questions about how you would grow sales and manage costs in a competitive market. Be ready with examples of relationships you have built with suppliers or clients. Good luck!
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