Current Vacancies at BKB Ltd

Qualifications, Experience, Requirements 

• Grade 10
• Valid unendorsed Code 10 driver's license
• Valid South African Identity Document
• Blingual in English and Afrikaans
• Physically fit
• Driving experience and at least 1 year’s relevant experience in the agricultural industry

Competencies 

• Accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Time management
• Flexible
• Sober habits

Key responsibilities of this role 

• Loading, transport and delivery of goods/documents
• Maintenance and cleanliness of company vehicles
• Stock take
• Management of fuel consumption
• Assistance in trading branch
• Customer service
• Ad hoc duties

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Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 and/ or Certificate/Diploma in Bookkeeping
• 5 years creditors and administrative experience (preferably in agricultural sector)

Skills

• Good computer literacy in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• General knowledge of Accounting
• SYSPRO (preferably)
• Administrative skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good telephone etiquette

Competencies

• Time management
• Stress Tolerance
• Work Standards
• Attention to detail.
• Accuracy
• Communication
• Pro-active
• Numeracy
• Methodical
• Customer-centric
• Responsive
• Driven
• Energetic

Key responsibilities of this role

• Financial administration and reporting
• General office administration (Stationery orders / office supplies)
• Contract Administration

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The incumbent will be responsible for the operational management and profitability of the Livestock Central Region business unit. Important operational functions inherent in a Livestock business includes Financial Management, Personnel Management, Marketing and all administrative duties related to the business. The successful candidate will be stationed in Cradock and will report directly to the Regional Manager:  Livestock & Auctioneering South.

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)