At Talented Recruitment we provide a fully integrated and forward thinking recruitment management service, using latest software systems to provide the best possible efficiency. We focus on our Clients strategic business needs and the competencies that will help meet those needs while ensuring we find the role that best suits our candidates. 10 years expe...
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- We are seeking a technically proficient and commercially astute Architectural Specifications Representative to operate within a structured, fast‑paced professional environment.
- The role is integral to supporting the company’s revenue and market growth objectives through effective product specification, technical engagement, and close collaboration with architectural and construction professionals.
Responsibilities:
- Collected, reviewed, and managed architectural drawings to support accurate product specifications and project planning.
- Delivered weekly product presentations and technical workshops to architects and key customers, focusing on correct specification, technical compliance, and safe utilisation of the full product range.
- Provided technical advice and consultancy services to architects and building contractors regarding installation methods, compliance, and the safe use of architectural ironmongery products.
- Proactively engaged with architects, quantity surveyors, and property developers to identify, follow up on, and secure new project opportunities.
- Planned and coordinated professional engagement events, including CPD presentations, product training sessions, and industry functions for architects.
- Liaised closely with architects, main contractors, and other construction professionals to track project progress and ensure specifications are converted into confirmed orders.
- Consistently worked towards and achieved predetermined sales and budget targets.
- Successfully converted product specifications into revenue, driving turnover growth and strengthening long-term client relationships
- Attended site meetings to support project implementation and resolve technical or specification-related challenges.
- Effectively utilised available internal resources to maximise project conversion and customer support.
Requirements:
- A minimum of three to five years’ relevant industry experience is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a high level of organisation and attention to detail.
- Strong listening, presentation, and influencing skills, particularly when engaging architects and key decision-makers.
- Ability to multitask, prioritise workload, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
- High levels of efficiency, accountability, and professional competence.
- Proven experience in specification sales and project-driven sales environments.
- Ability to provide and maintain a comprehensive list of architectural and professional references, where required.
- Strong customer service orientation with a focus on building long-term professional relationships.
- Demonstrated expertise in technical sales, including the ability to interpret specifications and recommend compliant solutions.
- Confident and professional telephone manner, with strong outbound and follow-up capabilities.
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- A leading tech supplier based in Sandton is seeking an Internal Sales (B2B) professional to support sales operations, deliver excellent customer service, and act as the link between clients, sales teams, and internal departments.
Essential requirements include solid costing experience and strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Administration:
- Prepare and process quotations, proposals, and sales orders
- Maintain accurate records in CRM systems
- Track order status and ensure timely delivery
- Assist with contract preparation and documentation
Customer Support (B2B Clients):
- Respond to client inquiries via phone, email, and online platforms
- Provide product/service information and pricing
- Handle order queries, complaints, and follow-ups
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
Sales Team Support:
- Assist external sales representatives with leads, scheduling, and reporting
- Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and performance data
- Coordinate meetings, presentations, and client communications
- Support tender and bid submissions
Order & Process Coordination:
- Liaise with logistics, finance, and operations teams
- Ensure smooth order fulfillment and invoicing processes
- Monitor stock availability and communicate lead times
Data & Reporting:
- Update and maintain CRM and sales databases
- Generate weekly/monthly sales reports
- Track KPIs such as conversion rates, order volumes, and revenue
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Order processing accuracy and turnaround time
- Customer satisfaction and response time
- Sales team support efficiency
- CRM data accuracy and completeness
- Contribution to sales growth and retention
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- We are seeking a creative and adaptable Graphic Designer to join our team at Ballito.
- The ideal candidate will have solid foundational design experience and a strong interest in using AI-powered tools to enhance creativity, improve efficiency, and elevate overall output.
Responsibilities:
- Design and create marketing materials including social media graphics, email banners, brochures, flyers, presentations, and promotional materials.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of brand guidelines and ensure brand consistency across all platforms.
- Create visual content for internal and external communications.
- Support marketing campaigns with creative artwork and design concepts.
- Edit and retouch images as required.
- Prepare artwork for print and digital distribution.
- Collaborate with the marketing and management teams to develop creative solutions.
- Manage multiple design projects and meet deadlines.
- Stay up to date with design trends and industry best practices.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a design-related role
- Proficiency in design software (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar tools)
- Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design, or a related field.
- Strong visual design skills and attention to detail
- Keen interest in AI design tools and willingness to integrate them into daily workflow
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Basic knowledge of Canva and Microsoft Office.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating design skills and creativity.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to take direction and work both independently and within a team.
- Strong communication and time management skills.
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- One of South Africa’s leading pharmacy groups is looking for a Graphic Designer who is reliable, creative, and dynamic, and who can work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team. Based in Umhlanga.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Bringing the brief and concept to life based on our Client’s needs and requirements.
- Keeping budget, store limitations, production timelines and constraints in mind.
- Occasionally presenting to clients where required.
- Translate supplied artwork from clients into 3D models, rolling out into various point of sale solutions.
- Working and collaborating with directors, stakeholders and other designers
- Adapting and rolling out concepts to various approved in-store media.
- Adhering to a client’s brand identity and guidelines.
- Communicating with internal and external stakeholders about the progress of projects and any issues that may arise.
- Working with external departments to extend concepts and visuals to other internal and external marketing-related material.
- Make sure artwork is correct and supplied in the right format/sizes/colour codes before being sent to production facilities.
- Ability to work with multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Must be a team player and continuously look at advancing their skills and capabilities
- Innovative thinker, continuously looking at new ways to improve offerings.
- Formulate and implement account development plans
- Self driven
- Must be well-read, open to new ideas and influences and able to react to changing trends.
Requirements:
- 2-5 years’ experience in retail industry or FMCG
- Previous work experience within the Point-of-Sale store industry is an advantage.
- Understanding media solutions which fall within the retail environment is helpful, but not essential.
- Must be Proficient in using MacOS and Apple Mac Computers
- Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite this includes, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign.
- Proficient in Cinema 4D.
- Digital experience would be beneficial
- Enjoy seeing a project through from start to finish, and work hand in hand with the project managers and sales team.
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- We’re seeking an experienced Retail Supervisor to take full ownership of store operations, driving profitability, leading a high-performing team, and delivering exceptional customer experiences while achieving key sales and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise staff and allocate daily tasks.
- Support the achievement of sales and service targets.
- Assist with stock management, replenishment, and stock counts.
- Ensure merchandising standards are maintained.
- Handle customer queries and resolve complaints professionally.
- Monitor cash handling and compliance with store procedures.
- Assist with staff training and development.
- Ensure store housekeeping and presentation standards are maintained.
- Act as a key holder and support opening and closing procedures where required.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Experience in a retail supervisory role.
- Experience within clothing retail preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Good organizational and administrative abilities.
- Customer-service orientated with a sales-driven mindset.
- Ability to work retail hours, weekends, and public holidays.
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- We’re seeking an experienced Senior Retail Manager to take full ownership of store operations, driving profitability, leading a high-performing team, and delivering exceptional customer experiences while achieving key sales and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive store sales performance and profitability.
- Lead, coach, and develop the store team.
- Manage recruitment, training, performance, and disciplinary processes.
- Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently maintained.
- Monitor and manage stock levels, stock losses, and inventory controls.
- Analyze sales reports and implement action plans to improve performance.
- Ensure visual merchandising standards are executed effectively.
- Manage budgets, expenses, and store resources.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements.
- Build a positive and productive team culture.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Management experience within clothing retail.
- Proven track record of achieving sales and operational targets.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literacy and retail reporting experience.
- Ability to work retail hours, weekends, and public holidays.
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- We’re seeking an experienced Senior Retail Manager to take full ownership of store operations, driving profitability, leading a high-performing team, and delivering exceptional customer experiences while achieving key sales and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive store sales performance and profitability.
- Lead, coach, and develop the store team.
- Manage recruitment, training, performance, and disciplinary processes.
- Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently maintained.
- Monitor and manage stock levels, stock losses, and inventory controls.
- Analyze sales reports and implement action plans to improve performance.
- Ensure visual merchandising standards are executed effectively.
- Manage budgets, expenses, and store resources.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements.
- Build a positive and productive team culture.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Management experience within clothing retail.
- Proven track record of achieving sales and operational targets.
- Strong people management and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
- Computer literacy and retail reporting experience.
- Ability to work retail hours, weekends, and public holidays.
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- We’re looking for a driven and energetic Junior Retail Manager to support store operations, lead from the floor, boost sales performance, and keep the store running at its best through excellent service and strong stock control.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the daily management and operation of the store.
- Drive sales and achieve individual and store targets.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve customer queries.
- Supervise and motivate store staff.
- Assist with staff scheduling and attendance management.
- Ensure merchandising standards are maintained.
- Manage stock receiving, replenishment, and stock counts.
- Minimize stock losses through effective control measures.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Retail supervisory experience in clothing retail.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Customer-focused with strong sales ability.
- Computer literacy and basic administrative skills.
- Ability to work retail hours, weekends, and public holidays.
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- We’re looking for a driven and energetic Junior Retail Manager to support store operations, lead from the floor, boost sales performance, and keep the store running at its best through excellent service and strong stock control.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the daily management and operation of the store.
- Drive sales and achieve individual and store targets.
- Deliver exceptional customer service and resolve customer queries.
- Supervise and motivate store staff.
- Assist with staff scheduling and attendance management.
- Ensure merchandising standards are maintained.
- Manage stock receiving, replenishment, and stock counts.
- Minimize stock losses through effective control measures.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety standards.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Retail supervisory experience in clothing retail.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Customer-focused with strong sales ability.
- Computer literacy and basic administrative skills.
- Ability to work retail hours, weekends, and public holidays.
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- A dynamic branding and communications agency based in Kloof is looking for an Account Executive to support the Account Manager in the day-to-day management of client accounts, ensuring the smooth execution of retainers, projects, and campaigns. Your role will focus on handling administrative tasks, coordinating between internal teams, and assisting in client communications, including remote collaboration.
- Overarching is the understanding of the brand, strategy and communication objectives which cannot be compromised while carrying out the day-to-day. You will be expected to manage remote communication effectively, ensuring all teams and stakeholders are aligned.
- This client-facing role provides exposure to various aspects of account management, offering an excellent opportunity for professional growth in the field of client services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administrative Support: Assist the Account Manager with all administrative duties, including scheduling meetings (virtual and in-person), organising presentations, and managing client documents.
- Client Communication: Serve as a secondary point of contact for clients, addressing routine inquiries and relaying them to the Account Manager or creative teams in a timely manner. Seamlessly communicate across both remote and on-site teams to ensure clarity and alignment.
- Assist with Clarification: Take initiative to ensure clarity between various stakeholders, if this is a concern, arrange an alignment workshop internally with team or with client if necessary, especially on bigger or seasonal campaigns.
- Remote Team Collaboration: Effectively brief and manage communications and coordination between remote teams and external suppliers to ensure clarity regarding the deliverables. Ensure all parties are informed, motivated and have enough guidance, strategy and inspiration to get started.
- Supplier Management: Liaise with suppliers on all production related activities (VM team or printers or video production team), set up briefing meetings with the company team and suppliers, follow up on any work in progress, ensure work is aligned to brief, review work done and follow up on billing to client.
- Project Coordination: Help manage timelines, track deliverables, and ensure all deadlines are met. Maintain records of progress for both in-office and remote teams.
- Shoots Assistance: Assist with creating the shoot cost estimates, arrange any details / requirements with clients, attend and assist on shoots.
- Task Management: Help the Account Manager keep track of tasks across different projects, ensuring that each item is completed within the set timeline.
- Time Management: Keep track of hours spent vs. CE and flagging with trafficking/account manager if this is being exceeded.
- Status Reports: Draft and maintain weekly status reports for clients, keeping them updated on project progress.
- Managing Reverts: Review client feedback when required, brief the studio & external parties and ensure that the correct updates are delivered to client within the given deadline.
- Ensure Accuracy: Check all work before it is sent to client to guarantee 100% accuracy.
- Confirm Sign-off: Ensure creative director signs off on creative before sharing any artwork with the Account Manager, or the client themselves. Ensure sign off from both the internal team client in writing before sending ads to stations/printers etc.
- Project Costings: Put together the cost estimate using internal resource or external suppliers and the production manager.
- Budget Assistance: Support the Account Manager in managing budgets by tracking expenses and invoices, ensuring financial documentation is accurate.
- Documentation and Filing: Maintain accurate client records, project documentation, and contracts in line with company standards.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Strong interest in marketing, advertising, and client services.
- Proactive, with a willingness to learn and develop in a fast-paced and remote work environment.
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Organizational Skills: Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines.
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in all documentation, reports, and client communications.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise remotely with both internal teams and clients.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work well with diverse teams and manage expectations effectively.
- Problem Solving: Proactively identifies potential issues and seeks ways to resolve them or improve processes.
- Time Management: Ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
- Client-Focused: Eager to understand client needs and contribute to delivering exceptional client service.
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- We are looking for a Copywriter to join a branding and communication agency based in Kloof who works with everyone from big brands to start-ups to uncover, define and create meaningful creative work by combining considered strategic thinking with innovative design and global trend knowledge.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Deliver written content across all platforms (digital and print) in partnership with relevant creatives on the team.
- Undertake the day to day ongoing brand content creation alongside junior and midweight graphic designers; write copy and ensure creative output is aligned to seasonal/monthly creative direction or templates.
- Ensure clarity on the brief and deliverables and ensure understanding is aligned with creative team leads.
- Source and maintain oversight of relevant references and inspiration regarding best practise and current creative campaigns and marketing standards.
- Actively participate in creative brainstorms.
- Assist with the development of shoot plans with creative team leads and check all content briefed in is considered, included, accurate and correct in shoot planning stage.
- Execute creative reverts with relevant team members.
- Ensure all copy and relevant campaign outputs are supplied for signoff timeously and ensure creative director/content strategist has done final review.
- Work with design, video and account teams to get all work signed off and out the studio on time.
Requirements:
- 2-4 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Excellent writing skills (portfolio required).
- Good conceptual abilities.
- Organised, responsible and accountable.
- Should be a team player and have multi-tasking abilities.
- Calm and diligent temperament.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Must be proficient with social media platforms.
- Basic knowledge of online advertising.
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- A dynamic and innovative company based in Muizenberg,Cape Town is looking for a Junior Category Manager to drive the growth and success of its product category both locally and internationally.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to achieve profitability and growth
- Lead new product development innovations, continuous improvement and marketing of product ranges.
- Own the entire product range lifecycle, collaborating across operations, production, sales, and dispatch teams
Category Management:
- Implement the annual brand plan set out for the category
- Analyse market data and consumer insights to drive strategic recommendations
Strategic Planning:
- Create long-term development strategies for product categories
- Set annual category objectives and sales targets
- Conduct range reviews and develop product exit strategies
Product Development:
- Manage New Product Development (NPD) process
Sales and Marketing Support:
- Develop marketing promotions and communication materials
- Increase product visibility and listings
- Implement marketing communications strategies
Requirements:
- Degree at a reputable institution, preferably in Marketing, Business, or related field
- Proven experience in category/brand management or project management (1-2 years)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proactive and innovative mindset
- Strong data analysis skills
- Excellent communication abilities
- Customer-focused approach
- Resilience and adaptability
- Passion for driving business growth
- Project management skills
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- An exciting opportunity exists for a creative and detail-oriented Junior Fashion Designer to join awell-established clothing supplier.
- This role is ideal for someone passionate about design, trends, and product development within a fast-paced supplier environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of fabric types, garment composition, and construction techniques to ensure design feasibility and quality standards.
- Manage the cataloguing, tracking, and organisation of all design samples.
- Conduct trend forecasting and market analysis to inform seasonal range development.
- Compile and present professional range presentations for prospective and existing customers.
Requirements:
- Relevant Fashion Design qualification
- Strong understanding of fabrics, garment composition, and construction techniques
- Experience creating CADs and Tech Packs
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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- We're seeking an experienced and passionate professional to support the development of high-quality lingerie, swimwear, and hosiery products.
- If you have a strong eye for detail, technical expertise, and a commitment to quality, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Oversee the technical development of lingerie collections, ensuring that each piece meets the highest standards of fit, comfort, and durability.
- Technical expertise in lingerie, working closely with the merchandiser, buyers and factories from initial concept through to final production.
- Develop, implement and continuously refine garment specifications.
- Drive product quality improvements and consistency.
- Assess garments against company and retailer standards within the critical path.
- Champion the customer-first policy and maintain technical and quality standards.
- Analyse customer feedback to enhance garment performance and reliability.
- Produce clear tech packs, specs and comments to ensure consistency on quality and fit.
- Lead in-house fittings and supplier communication.
- Approve and develop fit and construction standards across all categories.
- Work with the retailer QA’s and the factories to develop fit blocks for new and amended styles.
- Manage audits, customer feedback and ensure ongoing improvements.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Tertiary qualification in Clothing Management or Fashion Design.
- You should have +-5 years experience in garment technology within the lingerie sector.
- A deep understanding of fabrics, construction techniques, and fit is essential.
- Strong knowledge of garment construction and patternmaking problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in pattern making and grading is preferred.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, word and excel
- Self-managed, flexible and able to plan workload effectively.
- Customer-focused mindset.
- A keen eye for detail & strong communication skills are crucial,
- A problem-solver with a proactive attitude
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- A leading pharmaceutical manufacturer is looking for a Production Administrator & Factory Coordinator to support factory operations through production reporting, workforce scheduling, operational administration, and cross-functional coordination.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Production Data Management & Reporting:
- Capture and maintain accurate daily production data across all manufacturing lines.
- Record production outputs, efficiencies, downtime events, waste figures, and other key manufacturing metrics.
- Consolidate daily production reports for management review.
- Generate weekly and monthly production volume reports.
- Track production performance against planned targets.
- Prepare dashboards and KPI reports for the Factory Manager and senior management.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of production records and databases
Factory Operations Support:
- Provide administrative and coordination support to the Factory Manager.
- Assist in monitoring production schedules and manufacturing priorities.
- Coordinate operational information between Production, Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Warehouse teams.
- Support production meetings by preparing reports, minutes, and action trackers.
- Follow up on outstanding production-related actions and communicate progress to stakeholders.
Workforce Planning & Shift Coordination:
- Maintain manufacturing staff shift schedules.
- Coordinate shift roster changes and communicate updates to relevant departments.
- Support production resource planning by tracking labour availability.
- Assist with overtime scheduling and workforce allocation planning.
- Monitor staffing requirements and escalate shortages or scheduling conflicts.
HR & Employee Communications:
- Act as the primary administrative liaison between HR and Manufacturing personnel.
- Coordinate and distribute HR communications to factory staff.
Production Planning Support:
- Assist with production planning activities by compiling operational data and forecasts based on communications received from both the Supply Chain and Sales Teams.
- Support production meetings with planning information and scheduling updates.
- Monitor progress against production plans and identify deviations.
- Communicate production schedule changes to affected departments.
Administrative Management:
- Prepare presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and management summaries.
- Ensure confidential handling of personnel and operational information.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through accurate data collection and reporting.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Accuracy and timeliness of production reporting.
- Weekly production volume reporting completion rate.
- Shift schedule accuracy and communication effectiveness.
- Production data integrity and record compliance.
- Timely distribution of HR communications.
- Factory Manager satisfaction with administrative support.
- Completion of operational reports within agreed deadlines.
Requirements:
- Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration or Production Management or Operations Management
- 2–5 years experience in a manufacturing, production administration, operations support, or factory administration environment.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong reporting and data analysis capability.
- Ability to create dashboards, reports, and performance summaries.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Analytical and data-driven mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Professional discretion and confidentiality.
- Problem-solving and continuous improvement orientation.
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- Are you passionate about procurement and have a knack for attention to detail? Our client is seeking a Buyer to join their team.
Requirements:
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in construction services, administrative support, or contract administration (essential)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills
- Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
- Fast and accurate typing skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to travel to sites as required
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills
Responsibilities:
- Conduct commercial negotiations on pricing, scope of supply, terms and conditions and logistics.
- Receiving and scanning goods and checking against orders.
- Data entry and paperwork.
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