Job Description

Grow with us. Lead with us. Make an impact.
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.

GWK, part of the VKB Group, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Irrigation Manager to drive growth and innovation in our Irrigation division across the Northern Cape and parts of the Eastern Cape.
This is a leadership role for someone who thrives on building strong customer relationships, developing high-performing teams, and delivering practical, future-focused irrigation solutions that help farmers succeed.
At VKB, our people live by our values: Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Team Player.
We're looking for a leader who embodies these values - someone who learns and listens with humility, hungers for growth, makes smart data-driven decisions, is bold enough to innovate, and builds success through teamwork.
Requirements

• Minimum qualification of Grade 12 (SABI Design Certification recommended)
• A Degree in the relevant field will be a strong advantage
• 10+ years' experience leading a team in the agricultural space with specific preference to irrigation.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills in both English and Afrikaans.
• A willingness to travel extensively across regions.
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to analyze data and implement best practices.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead growth: Drive sales, grow revenue, and ensure branches are stocked and prepared to meet customer demand.
• Strengthen relationships: Build long-term partnerships with new and existing farmers, ensuring satisfaction, retention, and loyalty.
• Innovate & expand: Design, plan, and implement comprehensive irrigation solutions while identifying opportunities to expand into new markets.
• Inspire teams: Lead and develop a high-performing sales team with a focus on results, growth, and professional development.
• Represent GWK: Be the face of our irrigation division at farmer's days, society meetings, and other agricultural events, positioning GWK as a trusted leader in the sector.

Skills Required

• Sales and team leadership in agriculture (with irrigation expertise preferred).
• Strong data analysis and proven ability to drive growth, expansion, and profitability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with customers.
• Team development and performance management.
• Deep knowledge of inventory management, sales metrics, and best practices within agricultural regulations.

Other Information

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