Laastedrif Agri (Pty) Ltd., is an established, commercial agricultural enterprise, specialising in the cultivation of fresh fruit and vegetables. Laastedrif is based in Ceres and serves a range of local supermarkets as well as international markets.

Operating within a profit-driven business model, Laastedrif is known for its modern, technology-driven farming and packhouse operations. Our client has an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute and hands-on individual with excellent negotiation and relationship management skills to join their team.

This role will report to the Commercial Manager, and will primarily be responsible for managing day-to-day sales and marketing activities, analysing market information, and ensuring the effective movement of products from production to market.

The role requires a goal-orientated team-player with strong problem-solving capabilities, a proactive, solution-driven mindset, paired with the ability to identify opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Duties will include (but not be limited to): *Managing sales to key clients including retailers and fresh produce markets *Negotiating pricing, volumes and supply programmes with clients *Managing negotiations and resolving commercial matters in a professional manner *Monitoring and analysing market trends, pricing and demand to inform decision-making *Maintaining and developing long-term client relationships *Identifying and pursuing new market opportunities and sales channels *Coordinating product availability with packhouse and production teams *Coordinating and planning of logistics of packed product with various logistics companies *Ensuring accurate execution of orders, packaging and delivery requirements *Managing administrative staff within the marketing unit *Assisting with sourcing of additional product when required *Actively managing and improving processes related to sales and product flow *Monitoring sales performance against budgets and targets *Handling administrative and reporting functions related to sales activities *All other functions related to the position.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience:

• Matric required; a relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. BSc Agric / Marketing or similar) will be advantageous;

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the agricultural, fresh produce or related sectors;

• Good understanding of market dynamics, pricing and supply chains;

• Ability to manage multiple processes in a fast-paced, hands-on environment;

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities, with advanced MS Excel skills;

• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English);

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required.

Please apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 28 May 2026.

For general enquiries, contact our team at M3 Human Capital Management on XXX-XXXX.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If no feedback is received within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application was unsuccessful.