Current Openings at BKB Ltd

Job Description

BKB is currently seeking experienced and reliable Commission Agent in the areas of Potchefstroom/ Parys & Sasolburg who will be responsible for the marketing of livestock and building of good relationships with clients.  The incumbent will also be responsible for procurement of auctions, out-of-hand-transactions, assisting fellow colleagues at auctions and other ad hoc tasks.  To ensure a positive image of the organisation through professional, effective and innovative services.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE:

• Agricultural Diploma/Degree with 3 years’ marketing experience
• At least 3 years’ experience in the Livestock environment

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Goal orientated
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Good computer literacy
• Decision-making skills
• Must be fully bilingual and conversant in Afrikaans & English
• Valid driver’s license

COMPETENCIES:

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Flexibility
• Initiating action
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
• Impact and influence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Procurement of livestock for auctions through effective and innovative services
• Sales of livestock
• Ensure constant growth in market share, revenue and profitability
• Procurement, marketing and handling of auctions
• Classing of livestock
• Responsible for effective and efficient logistics and administrative processes
• Gathering of producer information to facilitate effective planning of marketing
• Provide excellent customer services

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Job Description

BKB is currently in search of a skilled Auction Clerk to oversee the entire auction process, from registration to completion. If you are a meticulous professional with a proven track record, we encourage you to submit your application. The perfect candidate will project a positive business image by delivering outstanding services to guarantee client satisfaction.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 with 2 years’ relevant experience
• Excellent computer literacy in MS office applications
• Must be fully bilingual; must be fully conversant in Afrikaans and English
• Valid driver’s license

SKILLS

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent administrative skills

COMPETENCIES

• Accuracy
• Assertiveness
• Self-Confident
• Detail Orientated
• People Skills
• Punctual

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Completion of auction admin and accounting:

• Create auction in auctioneering program.
• Register buyers and sellers.
• Input action roll.
• Conclusion of buyers/seller accounts on auctioneering program.
• Processing payments from buyers in accordance with terms selected at registration.
• Handing out, completing and input of complete buyers’ information on computer.
• Input of sellers’ information – Name Address, type of animal, etc.
• Input of weights, prices and buyers’ information.
• Print Sellers/Buyers’ invoices and ensure that it is signed.
• Reconcile buyer and seller quantities and correlate to auction roll.

Bank and Auction Reconciliations:

• Print list of accounts receivable.
• Print payment method report and reconcile to cash received.
• Compare with auction summary and do a reconciliation of the auction.
• Deposit any cash receipts within 24 business hours.
• E-mail auction file and supporting documents to business area administrative coordinators.

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Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible for all Livestock operational management and profitability in Kwazulu-Natal. Important operational functions inherent in a Livestock business include Financial Management, Personnel Management, Marketing and all administrative duties related to the business. The successful candidate will be stationed in Dundee.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Agricultural Economics diploma or degree/B Com)
• At least 5 years’ experience in Livestock Marketing and Auctioneering services
• Thorough management skills, financial skills and business understanding
• Proven administrative skills (debtors/creditors)
• Exposure to strategic management
• Proven marketing exposure
• Bilingual (English / Afrikaans)

SKILLS

• Strong leadership skills and leadership competencies (driving accountability, initiation action, building and maintaining stakeholder relationships)
• Structured approach to operational challenges
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Good administrative skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively

COMPETENCIES

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Impact and influence
• Initiating action

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure constant growth within the area through increased market share, turnover growth and profitability
• Identify and manage strategic objectives for the business unit
• Effective management of employees through attracting, developing and retaining talent
• Responsible for preparation of budgets and financial statements for the business unit
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, including buyers, sellers and relevant industry associations and societies
• Provide efficient and effective debtors’ control
• Effective brand management support service
• Ensure that all regulatory requirements are met (CPA, Animal Protection Act, Animal Diseases Act)