Junior Livestock Auctioneer - Humansdorp, at BKB Ltd

QUALIFICATION / REQUIREMENTS 

• At least 2 years’ experience in Livestock Marketing and Auctioneering services (Including the sourcing, successful presentation, and completion of all types of auctions)
• Relevant Agricultural or Economic diploma or degree is a recommendation.
• Exceptional knowledge of livestock
• Proven marketing exposure
• Thorough management skills, financial skills and business understanding
• Proven administrative skills (Debtors/Creditors)
• Must be Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English); must be fully conversant in Afrikaans and English.
• Valid driver’s license

SKILLS:

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer-focus orientation
• Time management skills
• Good computer literacy
• Decision-making skills
• Ability to manage teams

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Auctioneering at auctions to ensure event success and that auctions will be beneficial to buyers, sellers as well as the Company.
• Customer Service to improve market share and building good relationships with sellers and buyers.
• Marketing of livestock.
• Administrative responsibilities such as balancing the final sales report; ensure that all details of buyers on invoices are accurate; assist with outstanding debtors; planning and advertising campaigns for auctions.
• Ensure compliance with Biosecurity Rules and legislation at Livestock Auctions.