Branch Manager - VKB Retail, Limpopo Distribution Centre (DC) at VKB Group

Job Function

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the successful management of the Distribution Centre (DC) in Limpopo. 

Job Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF 4
• Minimum 5-Years’ experience within the Agricultural environment
• Proven ability to manage a stock component of R30 Million per month
• Proven knowledge of agri-business stock needs and necessities 
• Comfortable in managing a diverse staff component of 30 – 40 employees
• Proven experience in managing the logistics component of a business is essential
• Willing to work afterhours as and when required based on operational requirements
• Intermediate to advanced level of MS Office

Job Description

• Overall management of business unit
• Managing the DC's fleet and planning routes which includes the distribution of 70 – 100 tons of product daily with a fleet of 5 – 10 delivery vehicles
• Limit stock losses through daily, weekly and monthly stock counts
• Limiting expired stock and managing slow moving stock (this includes frozen products, FMCG’s components, chemicals and pesticides, etc.)
• Managing the HR Function within the business unit which includes but it not limited to leave schedules, performance, discipline and overall building of long-term relationships
• Continuously adding value to the industry through reaching the organizations' strategic and operational goals
• Excellent customer service including dealing with queries and complaints
• Ability to be creative in striving to continuously exceed goals and targets
• Submitting weekly reports identifying risks to Head Office
• Ensure business unit comply with all relevant legislation

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to establish and maintain long term business relationships
• Business Acumen
• Ability to work independently
• Conflict Management
• Personal Resilience
• Communication skills

Deadline:29th July,2025