Sales Manager – Day Old Chicks

Job description

Job Vacancy: Sales Manager – Day old Chicks (x1)

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Company: Supra Animal Nutrition

About Supra Animal Nutrition:

Supra Animal Nutrition is a trusted and fast-growing brand committed to delivering high-quality animal feed solutions that drive healthier livestock, improved farm productivity, and sustainable agricultural practices. With a strong focus on Poultry, Dairy, and Pig nutrition, we produce scientifically formulated feeds designed to meet the nutritional needs of animals at every stage of growth.

Our product portfolio includes:

Poultry Feeds: Broiler Starter, Grower, Finisher, and Layer feeds that support optimal growth, high egg production, and overall profitability.
Pig Feeds: Complete feed solutions promoting healthy development and improved yields.
Dairy Feeds: Balanced rations that enhance milk production, animal wellbeing, and farm efficiency.

At Supra, we combine advanced nutrition science, strict quality control, and farmer-focused innovation to deliver consistent, reliable results. Our mission is to empower farmers with feed solutions that enhance animal health, boost performance, and increase profitability.

Reporting to:

Head of Sales / Commercial Director

Job Purpose:

To drive sales growth and market penetration of Day-Old Chicks (Broilers & Layers) by managing relationships with commercial poultry farmers, distributors, and institutional customers, while ensuring volume growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

1.    Sales & Business Development

·      Develop and execute sales strategies to grow DOC volumes among commercial farmers, integrators, and large poultry operations.

·      Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets (volume, revenue, margin).

·      Identify new business opportunities, regions, and large farm accounts.

·      Manage pricing, discounts, and contracts in line with company policy.

2.    Customer Relation Management

·      Build and maintain strong relationships with commercial poultry farmers, hatcheries, and key distributors.

·      Act as the main point of contact for key accounts.

·      Provide technical guidance (in coordination with technical teams) on chick handling, brooding, and performance.

 3.    Order Planning and Forecasting

·      Forecast DOC demand accurately to support hatchery production planning.

·      Coordinate with hatchery, production, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure timely deliveries.

·      Manage order cycles, confirmations, and customer communication.

4.    Market Intelligence and Reporting

·      Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and pricing.

·      Gather feedback on chick quality, performance, and customer needs.

·      Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and market insights for management.

5.    Team and Channel Management

·      Support and guide sales officers, depot teams, and distributors.

·      Train customers and sales staff on DOC handling best practices.

·      Work closely with feed, veterinary, and technical teams for integrated solutions.

 6.    Compliance and Quality

·      Ensure adherence to biosecurity, animal welfare, and regulatory standards.

·      Handle customer complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.

7.    Skills and Competencies:

·      Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills

·      Commercial acumen and result orientation

·      Knowledge of poultry production economics

·      Ability to work under pressure and meet tight delivery timelines

·      Excellent communication and reporting skills

·      Willingness to travel extensively

Qualifications and Experience:

·      Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Agribusiness, or related field.

·      3–5 years’ experience in poultry sales, hatchery operations, or animal feed / livestock sales.

·      Strong understanding of broiler and layer production cycles.

·      Proven experience working with commercial poultry farmers.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae and Cover Letter to hr.vamara@parrogate.com.zm, with the subject line:

“Application – Sales Manager (Day Old Chicks)

Application Deadline: 24th December 2025