TWK Agri Is Hiring: Marketer (Timber) – Mpumalanga, South Africa

16 MAY 2023

Job Description

TWK Agri has the following vacancy available: Marketer (Timber) within the Timber Division at Piet Retief, Mpumalanga.

Responsibilities and Duties

Identify Market needs for Timber (Mining Timber, construction pulpwood and treated timber)
Research, study and asses current market
Analyze competitors’ products and market
Create appropriate marketing strategies for timber
Coordinate with internal marketing, sales and accounts receivable department
Provide appropriate consultancy services to customers to enhance timber sales
Find out prospective customers/clients and new target segment
Process customer orders in a timely manner, ensuring the clients approval
Up-sell and cross-sell timber products or services to existing customers
Contact prospective customers and provide them with information on the company and the timber products/services provided
Build and maintain relationships with internal and external parties
Assist with client queries and problems
Liase with Mines to ensure orders and quality is acceptable
Liase with all mining Timber mills to ensure raw material production requirements is available
Ensure monthly and quarterly forecasts for mining timber mills is provided
Liase with and arrange transport for mining timber products
Fire duty during fire season
Be prepared work after hours if and when nessesary

Qualifications and Skills

Matric / Grade 12
Computer literate in Word and excel
Valid driver’s license
Valid Passport
Be prepared to work outdoors most of the day
Speak English and Afrikaans fluently. The ability to speak German will also be an advantage.
Excellent Interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills
Customer Service Experience