Job Opportunities at AFGRI

To manage and exercise effective control over the total administration function at the depot. Act as a 2IC to the Depot / Stock Control Manager.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Grade 12
• A relevant tertiary qualification will be an advantage

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

• 5 years administration experience in a retail and/or manufacturing environment

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Overseeing the complete process of Stock Control and Administrative Management at the depot.
• Reduce stock lead days, obsolete and expired stock and stock losses
• Always maintain FIFO
• Increase service delivery and first-time order fill rates
• Ensure all operational activities are timeously recorded as a financial entry with high level of accuracy and completeness.
• Contribute to and ensure an environment compliant with operational system requirements and procedures
• Responsible for daily timekeeping, overtime, leave administration and any other HR duties at the depot
• Build and maintain solid professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders (including TA’s, suppliers and transporters).

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES

• An assertive, self-starter who is positively motivated
• Must be diligent and innovative
• Be a Team Player, good communication abilities
• Have a flair for being attentive to detail and accurate
   

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Repair and maintain agricultural and related equipment as a service

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING

• N2 Qualified Technician

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 years’ relevant experience (including training as Apprentice)

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Perform repairs and maintenance of tractors and equipment
• Build and maintain good customer relationships and ensure that customer queries and complaints are resolved within the prescribed turnaround time
• Update job cards
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure that protective equipment is used as prescribed
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES

• Valid drivers licence
• Good product knowledge in the repair and maintenance of tractors and equipment
• Good time-keeping abilities
• Communication skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Willingness to work in hot areas as well as outside locations
• Good time management
• Energetic and self-motivated
• Safety cautious
• Problem analysis
• Focus on quality
• Accountability
• Ability to work alone as well as in a team
• Good customer service and interpersonal behaviour

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The purpose of this role is to ensure profitable and safe management of the silo complex or bunker according to company and industry standards and operational procedures.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Grade 12
• Qualified Grain Grader
• In possession of all grading and fumigating certificates

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

• 10 years operational experience in handling and storage of grain

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Ensure effective marketing of available grain as well as the marketing of all silo services including silo storage capacity
• Oversee the daily reconciliation of grain stock including grain quality and quantity control
• Ensure correct blending of grain in line with quality specifications
• Ensure regular calibration and tests of all grading equipment
• Monitor monthly income and expenses and take corrective action on deviations
• Conduct regular inspections of the condition of fixed assets
• Build, manage and maintain sound relationships with internal and external clients
• Monitor and manage capacity planning and bin allocation
• Ensure effective use of storage facility to maximise storage periods
• Manage the dispatch rate of grain and identify events that have a negative impact on receipt and dispatch time and recommend improvements
• Identify and implement new opportunities at silo/bunker
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with applicable AFGRI policies, the rail regulator and food safety legislation.
• Ensure a safe working environment in line with AFGRI’s Health and Safety Policy and legislative requirements.
• Accurately and timeously capture and reconcile weekly and monthly reports and report any deviations
• Recruit and appoint competent employees, manage performance and resolve grievances, conflict and disciplinary issues in line with applicable HR policies.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE/ COMPETENCIES

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good knowledge of the agricultural environment
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Basic financial skills
• Coaching skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Results orientated
• Self-starter
• Leadership and managing
• Team Player
• Integrity
• Networking and negotiating
• Business and customer orientation
• Planning and organising