Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Websites
References
Timeline
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Philippus Marthinus Janse Van Rensburg

Nelspruit

Summary

Bilingual individual with a background and demonstrated history in leading portfolio strategy in the agricultural industry.

Confident with highly communicative and strong networking skills adding value to customer relationship management.

A need to achieve and a strong sense of ambition

Possesses an independent, self reliant character.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commercial Sales Manager

ADAMA Ltd.
Clayville
11.2020 - Current
  • Monitor product offerings and strategic shifts of competitors.
  • Assist with production planning in accordance with the rolling forecast.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for expanding customer base.
  • Manage regional inventory health and stock levels of consignment depots.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase market share.

Regional Sales Manager

BASF South Africa
Midrand
08.2016 - 10.2020
  • Developed strategies and plans for regional sales growth.
  • Conducted regular market research to identify customer needs and preferences.
  • Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders in the region to drive sales growth.
  • Analyzed regional performance data and identified areas for improvement in order to meet quarterly targets.
  • Organized promotional events for products within the region to generate interest among potential customers.

Area Manager

Dole South Africa
Groblersdal
04.2013 - 10.2016
  • Conducted market research to identify new sources of supply that offered competitive prices.
  • Plan and forecast packing programs for fruit exports.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of import and export laws and regulations in different countries.
  • Reviewed customer orders and ensured accuracy of product specifications and delivery dates.
  • Provided guidance on sourcing decisions related to product specifications.
  • Coordinated activities across various departments such as marketing, finance, operations to ensure timely completion of procurement processes.

Field Sales Agent

Wenkem South Africa
Polokwane
12.2011 - 03.2013
  • Developed and maintained relationships with potential clients to identify new sales opportunities.
  • Identified target markets and developed sales strategies to reach them.
  • Conducted market research to understand customer needs, preferences, and buying habits.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ben Voster
Tzaneen
12-2007

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics And International Trade

North West University
Potchefstroom
03-2011

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management

North West University Business School
Potchefstroom
03-2011

AVCASA - Agriculture

AVCASA
Centurion
06-2015

Skills

  • Self-reliant and independent
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Client relations
  • Key Account Management
  • Communication
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Task Prioritization
  • Dependable and Responsible

Affiliations

  • Sport and active lifestyle
  • Family and friends
  • Social activities

Accomplishments

Sport Career :

  • National athlete
  • Commonwealth games 2018
  • 2016 - 2018 National and African Champion

Sales Career:

  • 2018 Exceptional sales performance
  • 2018 PSS Regional sales award
  • 2017 PSS Regional sales award

Certification

  • Code A/C1 Drivers Licence

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

References

  • Hardus Hern

ADAMA South Africa

Technical & Marketing Support Lead

+27 78 769 0795

  • Eugene Blume

BASF South Africa

Commercial Manger

+27 82 900 7288

  • Devilliers Duvenhage

Dole South Africa

Business Manger

+27 82 454 8884

Timeline

Commercial Sales Manager

ADAMA Ltd.
11.2020 - Current

Regional Sales Manager

BASF South Africa
08.2016 - 10.2020

Area Manager

Dole South Africa
04.2013 - 10.2016

Field Sales Agent

Wenkem South Africa
12.2011 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Ben Voster

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics And International Trade

North West University

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Management

North West University Business School

AVCASA - Agriculture

AVCASA
Philippus Marthinus Janse Van Rensburg