Job Openings at VKB Group

Job Description

• Do you have a knack for people, numbers, and keeping things running smoothly? We’re looking for a Branch Marketer who can bring energy, leadership, and a love for agriculture retail to our team.
• This role is all about rolling up your sleeves, supporting the Branch Manager, and helping the branch thrive. If you’re someone who enjoys solving problems, motivating people, and keeping customers smiling – this could be your next big move!

What you’ll be doing:

• Assist with the day-to-day supervision of branch operations, ensuring smooth workflow and compliance with company policies.
• Support the Branch Manager in financial controls, including monitoring sales, expenses, and budgets.
• Participate in stock management, including receiving, merchandising, stock level monitoring, ordering, claims, and stock taking.
• Provide input in personnel supervision, including shift planning, coaching, and assisting with staff development.
• Maintain high standards of customer service, addressing queries and resolving complaints timeously.
• Assist in ensuring the branch complies with legislative and safety requirements.
• Contribute towards marketing and promotions to drive sales growth and branch visibility.
• Step in to act on behalf of the Branch Manager when required.

What we’re looking for:

• Matric / NQF4 a tertiary qualification will make you stand out
• 2–3 years’ knowledge and experience with animal feed and animal medicine
• Computer savvy (MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willingness to learn, grow, and sometimes work after hours
• A natural people-person who thrives under pressure

Skills that make you shine:

• Great communicator and team player.
• Strong organizational skills (you can juggle tasks like a pro).
• A head for business and basic financial know-how.
• Problem-solver with a customer-first mindset.

Closing Date 06 April 2026

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Job Description

• The Sample Taker is responsible for collecting accurate, high-quality samples from designated sources for testing and analysis.
• This role ensures that all samples are collected, labeled, transported, and stored in compliance with company protocols, safety regulations, and quality standards.
• The Sample Taker performs varied and complex tasks relating to the sampling of the plant for quality analysis, ensuring that all samples meet internal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualification: Grade 10 certificate.
• Completed Sampler course 
• Willing to work overtime
• Medically Fit

Duties and Responsibilities

• The continuous sampling of the plant for quality analysis
• Maintaining safety regulations
• Assist with grading
• Sampling: Take a representative sample of each load as per regulation
• Determine poisonous seeds
• Loading of train and road trucks
• Ensure the sample room is maintained in a clean and safe manner
• Assist in all areas where support is required
• Ensure excellent service delivery
• Act as VKB ambassador

Skills Required

• Problem definition and analyses
• Communication
• Maintaining long term relationships
• Teamwork
• Compliance
• Organising
• Planning
• Personal resilience

Closing Date 29 March 2026

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Job Description

• The general worker is responsible for the overall upkeep & maintenance of VKB's properties and garden in the Douglas offices. To ensure the offices and other venues are kept clean in order to create an orderly environment for staff and customers.

Requirements

• Grade 10 minimum 
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• The applicant should be in good physical condition as the position involves physical work and standing for extended periods.
• A willingness to work overtime, on weekends and holidays when required

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining, cleaning and sorting of the working areas.
• Maintenance of the garden at Head Office and training center
• Ensures that the workplace complies with the necessary workplace standards
• Ensures that the workplace continuously complies with safety regulations
• Undergo all training interventions, and successfully complete the training interventions
• Clean the offices once daily;
• Vacuum the offices weekly;
• Wash the windows monthly;
• Wash the carpets quarterly;
• Assist the mail room with preparation of mass mail for distribution purposes;
• Clean the boardrooms and other venues after meetings / functions;
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as and when required.

Skills

• Physical
• Independent
• Team player  
• Able to perform well under high pressure environment  
• Problem definition and analyses
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Personal Resilience
• Basic knowledge of electricity and other maintenance work
• Communication
• Reading
• Writing

 Closing Date 29 March 2026

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Job Description

• The ideal team player will be responsible for the effective management of a profitable retail business in order to sustain the customer's needs.  Maintain and build strong relationships and trust among the leaders of each division in your team and the larger VKB family.
• We are looking for someone with the best talent, the best attitude and a leader that fits within our culture.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF 4
• Preference will be given to candidates who hold a degree in a management-related field.
• Proven Track record in the positive management of an agri-business will be compulsory
• Ability to manage medium to large teams
• Willing to work afterhours as and when required based on operational requirements
• Effective and clear delegation of tasks and monitoring thereof
• Ability to work independently, lead projects and solve problems
• The suitable candidate must have 3-5 years of experience in a retail-related environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive and practice VKB values and strategic objectives
• People management
• Financial management of business unit and budget forecasting
• Management of strategic objectives
• Customer service management and relationships
• Expanding and growing market share
• Manage trade processes; safety and risks and supplies
• Willingness to take business and pursue new opportunities
• Collaborate with other divisions and management to promote business
• Create and maintain steadfastness and trust among staff and customers
• Delegate tasks effectively and monitor performance

Essential Industry Knowledge:

Candidates must have:

• A solid background in irrigation systems
• Experience with animal feed and agricultural medicine
• Sound knowledge of seed and fertiliser products

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Marketing skills
• Ability to establish and maintain long term business relationships
• Business Acumen
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lead branch to success
• Conflict Management
• Personal Resilience
• Presentation skills
• Communication skills
• Mentoring

Closing Date 05 April 2026