This job is for a National Sales Manager for Whole Goods at VKB Mechanization, a leading provider of agricultural equipment in South Africa. Based in Reitz, Free State, the role involves leading the sales of farm machinery like tractors, harvesters, planters, sprayers, and precision farming tools. The company is part of the VKB Group, which supports farmers from farm supplies to food processing and logistics.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Lead the national sales team for Whole Goods, setting and achieving sales targets.
- Develop high-performing regional sales teams and build relationships with farmers, suppliers, and partners.
- Manage sales forecasts, budgets, and reports to ensure profitable growth.
- Collaborate with Parts, Service, Marketing, and Finance teams.
- Travel nationally to support sales efforts.

**Requirements:**
- 10+ years of experience in selling agricultural machinery, with 5+ years leading a sales team.
- Strong understanding of farm equipment markets (tractors, harvesters, planters, sprayers, precision farming tools).
- Experience managing multi-million-rand sales budgets and multi-regional teams.
- Valid driver’s license, Matric certificate, and preferably a tertiary qualification in Agriculture, Business, Sales, or related fields.
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

**Benefits:**
- Opportunity to lead a nationally significant sales operation.
- Work with industry-leading equipment brands.
- Contribute to the success of farming businesses.
- Career growth and impact in the agricultural sector.