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• A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• FAIS compliance
• RE5 an advantage
• A valid Driver’s licence and your own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• A minimum of 3 years working experience (preferably in sales)
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office suite)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  
  

• Plan and coordinates seed production activities with seed growers in order to meet the seed availability-, and quality standards required.
• Ensures the efficient use of human resources, equipment and materials.
  
  

• Share and drive the Vision and Mission 2030 to implementation.
• Actively participate in DSO principles in field squad.
• Seed Production
• Grower selection and recruitment building strong grower network and maintaining good relationships and trust.
• Coordinate and supervise key cultivation activities from field selection, soil preparation, planting, weed, insect control, fertilizing and irrigation monitoring.
• Lead the planning and coordination of production activities, Pre-season crop placement plan, Grower contracting administration, Planting, Detasseling and Harvesting. Lead the coordination with seed growers to ensure a smooth transition and flow of product from field to plant. Take ownership of own assigned hectares to produce.
• Digital Transformation
• Ensure data integrity and team compliance in updating data real-time during field production. (Velocity, Field Report et. al). Analyze own field data
  
  

• Ensure commercial seed production fields are cultivated to the ultimate quality standards. Take responsibility for assigned Hectares every season.
• Identify risks continuously and implement preventive and pro-active strategies driving potential company loss to a minimum. Take ownership of Seed certification process for own fields.
  
  

• Actively look for opportunities in resource and talent flow to squad for specific outcomes in 90-day cycles.
• Cost management: Deliver cost reduction directly in field production squad.
• Prevent financial loss to Bayer by limiting grower guarantee payments, controllable risk and other variable compensation components.
• Quality Safety and OnePSS Systems:
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001:2015 and ISO45001.
• Actively record safety observation and near misses, Adhere to all applicable legislation, Bayer safety policies and procedures, Actively promote the Bayer safety culture and best practices Lead HSE efforts according ISO45001 standards focusing on legal compliance and identifying safety risks applying the HIRA methodology.
• Lead the implementation of and compliance with quality assurance standards in field mission.
• Identify and deploy operational improvement, tracking and best practices and processes to continually seek improvements in reliability and cost efficiencies.
• Manage Velocity/Scout data, to ensure correctness for contracting and field processes.
• Utilize onePSS as a platform to implement best practices (Visual Management, track KPI`s on Tier 2 and 3 meetings.
• Increase operational efficiency and advance customer experience through continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

• Agricultural or technical Diploma or 3 years practical experience in farming activities, planting and harvesting.
• 3 Years seed production experience
• SACAA RPAS Drone Pilot License advantageous
• SANSOR Registration
  
  

The role of a financial advisor is one that demands utmost professionalism, integrity, and a customer-centric approach. An accredited financial advisor commands the respect and trust of those customers who are entrusting their and their families' financial futures to them.

The role calls for formal in-house training, the completion of the prescribed Regulatory exams, accreditation with the Financial Services Regulatory authority, and requires continuous professional development.

As an accredited financial advisor with Old Mutual, you will represent the ideals and values to which the company has subscribed for over 175 years – Integrity, Professionalism, Customer-first, Advice led.

1. Provide appropriate financial advice, in line with the customer’s resources and financial goals, to enable positive financial futures and protection of assets and estate.
2. Provide pro-active, on-demand financial service and advice to customers within your allocated customer markets.
3. Build solid relationships through a complete understanding of the customer’s personal and financial circumstances – and their goals or dreams for the future.

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• FAIS compliance
• RE5 an advantage
• A valid Driver’s licence and your own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• A minimum of 3 years working experience (preferably in sales)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Assist you in reaching your career goals and dreams by helping you grow, develop, and build on your future aspirations through quality training and support to reach your potential. We lead with our values, which is at the heart of the great things we do. We champion our customers and employees. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion for mutually positive futures throughout our business clusters – Old Mutual Finance, Retail Mass Market, Old Mutual Invest, and Personal Finance. The Group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

Old Mutual Limited has decided to adopt the mandatory vaccination policy requiring its workforce to be fully vaccinated. All prospective employees are required to disclose their vaccination certificates or cards as part of the recruitment process.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Excellent customer care and communication skills.
• Accurate and efficient till operating skills with a good track record of managing overs and unders.
• High standards of work on the sales floor.
• Good record of attendance and punctuality.
• Consistent application of Ackermans values, policies, and procedures.

Please note: If you are not contacted or liaised with within four weeks after the closure of the advert, you have regrettably been unsuccessful.

Please note: In accordance with Ackermans' policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to internal applicants who meet the competencies and minimum requirements for the position. Preference will also be given to candidates who will enhance team diversity and contribute to employment equity within the company, provided they meet the minimum requirements.

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Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

We are looking for self-motivated and dynamic individuals who have a passionate entrepreneurial spirit to join one of Africa's leading insurance companies.

The role at a glance is about championing our valued customers to achieve their lifetime goals by identifying their financial needs, providing sound financial advice, recommending and implementing "fit for purpose" financial plans and solutions.

• Responsible for the procurement of new business
• Expand sales of products and services with existing customers
• Work mainly on own leads
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales

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Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity, and our diverse talent reflects this.

We are looking for self-motivated and dynamic individuals with a passionate entrepreneurial spirit to join one of Africa's leading insurance companies.

The role involves championing our valued customers to achieve their lifetime goals by identifying their financial needs, providing sound financial advice, and recommending and implementing suitable financial plans and solutions.

• Procurement of new business
• Expand sales of products and services with existing customers
• Work mainly on own leads

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Builds Networks
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability

Not specified in the description.

• Closing Date: 29 September 2025, 23:59
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales

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Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Aspires to be a Financial Adviser

We are looking for self-motivated and dynamic individuals who have a passionate entrepreneurial spirit to join one of Africa's leading insurance companies.

The role at a glance is about championing our valued customers to achieve their lifetime goals by identifying their financial needs, providing sound financial advice, recommending and implementing "fit for purpose" financial plans and solutions.

Skills

Building Trust, Consultative Selling, Customer Feedback Management, Customer-Focused, Customer Service, Customer Understanding, Direct Selling, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Oral Communications, Probing Questions, Qualifying Prospects, Sales Data Management, Sales Software, Strategic Selling, Strengthening Customer Relationships

Competencies

Action OrientedBalances StakeholdersBuilds NetworksCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusDecision QualityEnsures Accountability

Education

Matriculation Certificate (Matric)

Closing Date

30 August 2025 , 23 : 59

At Bayer, we’re visionaries driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges, striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer just a dream but a reality. We pursue this with energy, curiosity, and dedication, learning from diverse perspectives to expand our thinking, grow our capabilities, and redefine the impossible. If you’re eager to build a meaningful career within a community of diverse and talented minds to make a real difference, Bayer is the place for you.

• Coordinate operational processes involving field equipment to support planting, detasseling, and harvesting operations across 5,400 hectares in South Africa.
• Implement and manage maintenance programs.
• Oversee contractors in planning and executing maintenance activities.

• Support the Field Mission team, Equipment Team Lead, and related squads in achieving Bayer’s vision, mission, and objectives in South Africa.
• Develop operating procedures for all field equipment in compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001 standards.
• Train and evaluate all equipment operators.
• Develop and maintain maintenance programs for field equipment, managing assets valued at approximately €20 million.
• Ensure fleet assets are clean and well-maintained.
• Set quality parameters affecting product quality and customer costs.
• Ensure contractor compliance with safety standards.
• Lead ESH initiatives, promote safety, and ensure compliance with Bayer standards and OHS regulations.
• Create and manage annual operating budgets, seeking continuous improvements in reliability and cost efficiency.
• Use visual management tools to monitor costs and maintenance progress.
• Control inventory and spare parts stock levels.
• Plan and coordinate in-house detasseling, harvesting, inbound freight, and dry harvesting activities in collaboration with the production team.
• Manage pollen blowing operations on selected fields.
• Collaborate on harvest scheduling and support projects like VSR & ISR planting, pollen blowing, dry/direct harvesting, and technology deployment strategies.
• Coordinate with internal teams including Africa Field Equipment Lead, South Africa RC Supply Site Lead, and others supporting South African operations.
• Support quality testing in laboratories and field quality assurance.

• Diploma in Agriculture or a technical field, or 3 years of practical experience in farming activities, planting, and harvesting.
• Minimum of 3 years seed production experience.
• SACAA RPAS Drone Pilot License.
• AVCASA Certification.
• SANSOR certification.

North West, Lichtenburg, South Africa

Crop Science

850821

Bayer is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity, and our diverse talent reflects this.

We are seeking self-motivated and dynamic individuals with a passionate entrepreneurial spirit to join one of Africa's leading insurance companies.

The role involves championing our valued customers to achieve their lifetime goals by identifying their financial needs, providing sound financial advice, and recommending and implementing "fit for purpose" financial plans and solutions.

Responsibilities include:

1. Procurement of new business

2. Expanding sales of products and services with existing customers

3. Working mainly on own leads

Skills and Competencies:

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Builds Networks
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability

Education: (Specify required education if available)

Closing Date: 29 September 2025, 23:59

Note: The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.