Admin Assistant Mechanization – VKB Head Office
Location: Reitz, Free State
Company: VKB Group
Division: VKB Commercial Services
Business Unit: Mechanization
Employment Type: Permanent
Posted: 17 January 2025
Closing Date: 31 January 2025
About VKB Group
The VKB Group is an agricultural leader, supporting farmers and delivering fresh, straight-from-the-farm foods to consumers. With roots firmly planted in agriculture, VKB has expanded across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, and both national and global markets. Our purpose is simple: Touch lives – for the better. We strive to create a lasting positive impact through our collaboration with employees, producers, clients, and communities.
We proudly operate under several regional brands such as VKB, GWK, and NTK, all working together to build the future of agribusiness.
Role Overview
We are seeking an Admin Assistant for our Mechanization department to oversee internal administration within the Wholesale sub-department. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate effective communication and attention to detail.
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 (A B.Com is an advantage).
- Experience: 5 years proven experience in a similar role.
- Skills: Computer literate (Microsoft Office package).
- Availability: Willing to work a 5-day week with occasional overtime (Monday – Friday).
- References: Contactable references supporting qualifications and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Place orders with suppliers for daily and seasonal stock.
- Monitor stock levels (consignment and owned) and participate in stocktakes.
- Report financial performance weekly (Actual vs Budgeted vs Previous Year).
- Process electronic payments according to VKB policy and supplier terms.
- Issue quotations for whole good sales to customers.
- Assist with maintenance on the Mechanization website, blog, and AgriMac publications.
- Coordinate departmental meetings (logistics, bookings, agendas, minutes).
- Travel during stocktake season as needed.
- Address customer and supplier complaints and queries.
- Ensure compliance with VKB policies, including GRVs and stock code maintenance.
- Perform other administrative duties as required.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
- Numerate and skilled in time management.
- Resilient and able to work under pressure.
- Focused on continuous improvement and self-driven.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Proactive in identifying risks and taking action to mitigate them.
Additional Information
- VKB Group reserves the right to close the job posting at any time.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- VKB Group adheres to its Employment Equity Plan and considers the recruitment of People with Disabilities as part of its diversity and inclusion strategy.
How to Apply
Please apply by 31 January 2025 for the opportunity to be part of our dedicated Mechanization team at VKB Head Office.
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