Sales & Technical Support Representative – Copperbelt Region

Job description

Plantlife Zambia is hiring a Sales and Technical Support Representative for the Copperbelt Region.

Are you passionate about agriculture and driven by sales? Plantlife Zambia is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented Sales and Technical Support Representative to join its growing team in the Copperbelt Region.

The successful candidate will be responsible for growing the customer base, driving demand for agricultural products, and providing hands-on technical support to farmers and agro-dealers across the region.

Key Responsibilities
Demand Creation and Sales Growth
– Drive commercial sales across the full Plantlife product portfolio.
– Build and maintain strong relationships with agro-dealers and farmers.
– Identify new business opportunities and onboard new customers in the Copperbelt region.
– Service and support existing clients throughout the Copperbelt region.

Field Technical Support
– Provide on-farm technical advice and support farmers.
– Conduct in-store merchandising activities to enhance product visibility and adoption.
– Respond promptly to customer inquiries and provide pre- and post-sales technical support.

Product Demonstrations and Training
– Organize and conduct field days, demo plots, and farmer training sessions.
– Showcase product performance and promote best agricultural practices.
– Evaluate and conduct product development trials.

Market Intelligence
– Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback.
– Provide timely and actionable market insights to management.

Qualifications and Experience
– Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Business Administration, or a related field.
– Minimum of two years’ proven experience in agricultural sales or a technical field support role.
– Experience in crop management, technical advisory services, or agricultural input sales.

Licensing Requirements
– Must possess a valid Class A Motorbike License.
– At least one year of active and confident motorbike riding experience in rural and field environments.

Skills and Competencies
– Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
– Farmer-focused with a passion for sustainable agricultural development.
– Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
– Fluency in Bemba or other local Copperbelt languages is an added advantage.

How to Apply
Submit your CV and cover letter to: careers@plantlifezm.com
Subject line: Application – Sales and Technical Support Representative – Copperbelt Region

Application Deadline: 3rd August 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.