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- A fast-paced and entrepreneurial chemical distributor is seeking the above to be responsible for overseeing end-to-end warehouse operations, including inventory management, staff supervision, compliance, logistics, and process optimization, to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Management of the facilities would also be part of the role.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Ideally possess a Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain or Logistics or similar
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in warehousing and logistics operations ideally within the chemical industry
- Experience in Inventory Controls, Stock Transfers, Inbound and Outbound Deliveries, and Stock Movement Reports is essential
- Must have detailed knowledge of dangerous goods handling and storage legislation in South Africa (advantage knowledge of Southern Africa countries)
- Must have experience in risk management, safety and health, implementing warehouse systems and procedures
- Willing to put in extra hours when trucks come in late or deliveries are delayed
- Must have a valid driver's license and own reliable transport
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing the operations of the warehouse.
- Controlling and executing all activities accurately for the management of stock and warehouse staff.
- Maintaining standards of health and safety, hygiene, security, and relevant legislative requirements.
- Ensuring all company policies and procedures are adhered to.
- Ensuring accuracy of stock through stock cycle counting.
- Training and managing warehouse staff to resolve day-to-day operational issues and achieve performance goals.
- Liaising with transporters to ensure the timely delivery and receipt of products.
- Initiating investigations into non-conformances or customer complaints.
- Managing daily and monthly warehouse activities, including inventory control, health and safety, space management, logistics, and shop floor productivity.
- Managing daily, weekly, and monthly inventory stock cycle counts and stock reconciliations.
- Overseeing warehouse teams to meet the demands of the sales team.
- Ensuring the building, storage, and operational processes comply with the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996 and the OHS Act.
- Controlling all stock in the warehouse and consignment depots, maintaining adequate stock levels and inventory management by implementing best practices.
- Effectively managing and controlling warehousing inbound and outbound functions, staff outputs, and controls.
- Managing and controlling the accurate capturing of all transactional documents to mitigate stock variance risks.
- Conducting daily, weekly, and monthly stock cycle counts and random spot checks.
- Budgeting for and driving cost-effective expenditure across the network and providers.
- Coordinating and managing the effective relabelling and revalidation of products at all facilities following CCP protocols.
- Ensuring all facilities are maintained and managed in good order, implementing 5S or housekeeping initiatives across the network.
- Providing strategic and tactical guidance to work teams and implementing remedial actions as required.
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- An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking the above to drive SHEQ risk management, ensure compliance, implement SHEQ strategy, and develop SHEQ competencies across the company and distribution networks.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have Grade 12 (Matric) with a post matric qualification in Safety, Environmental, Engineering or equivalent; A Management/Supervisory qualification would be advantageous
- ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 qualification with auditing is required
- Minimum 5-8 years’ working experience in a Chemical Operating environment
- Process safety knowledge is advantageous
- Previous experience in the agrochemical industry would be advantageous
- Must have demonstrated knowledge of risk management and skills
- Must possess influencing and coaching skills
- Must be able to analyze and interpret data/analyses and make recommendations
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to interface successfully at multiple organizational levels
- Working knowledge of Syspro is a prerequisite
- Must be able to work independently as well as within a team, use own initiative and be deadline driven
- Must possess the ability to solve problems systematically
- Must possess strong supervisory skills
- Must have sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and associated regulations
- Previous experience in investigation and root cause analysis is a prerequisite
- SHEQ legal knowledge is advantageous
- Proven ability to evaluate and integrate SHEQ systems is required
- Must possess good communication (verbal and written), engagement, planning, organizational, presentation, report writing and interpersonal skills
- Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and be medically fit to drive
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint and Outlook)
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Ensuring that production personnel, contractors, drivers, and site visitors are receiving SHE induction before entering production areas.
- Monitoring the implementation of safe work procedures and maintaining and updating all relevant SHEQ-related documentation and records.
- Ensuring firefighting equipment, safety, and emergency response equipment are being serviced and inspected within the required timeframes.
- Carrying out the monitoring and measurement of SHEQ statistics (man-hours, electricity usage, incidents, near misses, gas usage, audits completed, non-conformances, etc.).
- Assisting in the development and implementation of emergency response procedures and evacuation plans on site and in offices.
- Ensuring that emergency plans are being communicated to staff and visitors.
- Reviewing data and providing feedback on Contractor SHEQ files.
- Facilitating SHEQ Risk Assessments (RAs).
- Developing and implementing SHEQ controls.
- Conducting SHEQ incident investigations, root cause analyses, and facilitating learning.
- Maintaining SHEQ Management Systems (e.g., ISO, PSM, CAIA, etc.).
- Ensuring the effectiveness of SHEQ Management Systems (e.g., ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, PSM, etc.).
- Developing SHEQ training material and facilitating SHEQ training.
- Coordinating internal and external audits and inspections.
- Coordinating annual medicals and compliance to COID.
- Monitoring compliance with SHEQ legal requirements (including permits and legislation).
- Ensuring effective management of the SHEQ budget.
- Ensuring contractor files are being kept updated as per the site’s SHE specifications.
- Ensuring the Management of Change process is being effectively managed and records are being maintained.
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- A well-established input manufacturer and distributor of products for horticultural and field crops is seeking the above to be responsible for driving regional sales and marketing growth while providing technical support, managing customer relationships, coordinating training and trials, and ensuring effective product positioning across the area.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a tertiary qualification in Plant, Soil, or Agricultural Sciences, along with AVCASA and BASOS accreditation
- Minimum 7+ years’ practical experience in commercial agriculture
- Must have hands-on experience in crop production, farm implements, irrigation and general agricultural practice
- Proven experience of growing sales within an area as well as influencing the shift required to grow business
- Fluency in Afrikaans and English (Read, Write, Speak)
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel when required
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Promoting the company’s products and profile with stakeholders in the area.
- Compiling and implementing a sales and marketing strategy for the area that focuses on current performance delivery and future growth performance.
- Managing sales and product forecasts based on sales history and budget.
- Engaging in solution-oriented discussions regarding price lists and conducting daily liaison with procurement officers from relevant distribution companies.
- Remaining relevant by being appropriately informed on competing products and area strategies.
- Offering reliable and dependable technical support to agents and farmers on a variety of crops.
- Taking charge of and investigating complaints to achieve appropriate solutions.
- Coordinating product training, promotions, and marketing in general.
- Playing a leading role in and assisting with research and demonstration trials.
- Assisting in the development and identification of niche market products/opportunities.
- Assisting the marketing team with the compilation of technical information for all stakeholders.
- Being willing to travel extensively in designated areas.
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- A well-established US-based company developing microbial bio-fertilizers and bio-stimulants that enhance soil and crop health, yield, and quality, and supported by expert agronomic guidance, is seeking an Area Manager responsible for managing regional sales and technical support, guiding distributors and farmers, overseeing field trials, and providing agronomic insights to optimize crop production.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- A tertiary qualification in Agriculture would be preferred
- CropLife (AVCASA) and/or BASOS certifications are required
- Minimum 2-7 years’ hands-on experience working with farmers, managing/conducting trials and providing sales support
- A strong network of farmers, dealers and distributors is advantageous
- Ability to work independently and follow through on goals without close supervision
- Must have experience in providing technical training
- Updated with new agricultural techniques, trends and practices
- Good communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing sales and providing technical support to agrochemical distributors/agents who sell products to farmers.
- Managing sales budgets for the region.
- Encouraging agents to distribute products and farmers to buy them.
- Making recommendations to farmers to help achieve efficient crop production.
- Giving presentations on farmers’ days.
- Overseeing field trials.
- Gathering, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting results and providing progress reports on trials.
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- A well-established water treatment company is seeking an experienced Service Technician to be responsible for the routine service and maintenance aspects of the water treatment systems installed at their customers.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Minimum 2 – 4 years’ experience in servicing of water treatment systems
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills are essential
- Excellent written, verbal, and client-facing communication skills
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Must have a valid driver’s license
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Conducting routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on water treatment systems, including filtration, softening, reverse osmosis systems, and chemical dosing.
- Performing system inspections and assessments to ensure optimal performance.
- Recommending solutions for system improvements.
- Installing and commissioning new water treatment equipment as required.
- Providing technical support to customers and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Preparing accurate quotations for service work.
- Identifying potential service opportunities and upselling maintenance plans or service upgrades.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers.
- Working towards achieving service sales targets.
- Completing and submitting job cards.
- Procurement of service components and consumables.
- Handling purchase order and invoice requisitions.
- Maintaining accurate records of work performed, forecasting, and service scheduling.
- Ensuring compliance with customer site and safety requirements.
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- An established international chemical distributor is actively seeking an Internal Sales Representative to be responsible for managing customer orders and accounts, processing inquiries, providing technical support, maintaining stock and budgets, and building strong customer and team relationships. This position offers the successful candidate an excellent opportunity to utilize and develop their skills within a dynamic multinational company.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a National Senior Certificate; A post matric tertiary qualification in a related field will be an advantage
- Minimum 5 years’ administrative/sales experience within a similar function
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships telephonically, compose professional emails, and accurately interpret clients’ orders and colleagues’ instructions
- Be IT proficient, with a good working knowledge of Word and Excel, and the ability to compose emails and letters; Training will be provided on key company systems
- Experience in the Pharma, Food and/or Personal Care industries will be an advantage
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Acting as the first point of contact for customers regarding order placement.
- Receiving customer orders via email, phone, or customer platforms, and placing them in the ERP system, including stock sales, consignment sales, and ex-wharf sales.
- Processing all orders in line with standard procedures.
- Managing customer accounts in their entirety for smaller customers in the Business Unit.
- Maintaining regular telephonic contact with allocated customers to develop existing business.
- Developing and expanding the product portfolio for allocated customers.
- Creating and submitting offers, including price responsibilities, by updating and maintaining prices in Salesforce on a quarterly basis.
- Independently processing customer inquiries, including complaints.
- Providing technical advice, in consultation with the Principal Manager, to customers on formulation development, including appropriate sampling.
- Maintaining reports and documentation in the CRM system (Salesforce).
- Taking responsibility for budget and requirements planning.
- Managing stock, working closely with local Principal Managers to ensure optimal stock holdings.
- Overseeing stock transfers as well as handling damages and aged stock.
- Dealing with queries related to orders, such as price queries and delivery delays.
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
- Building effective communication skills via email and phone with internal and external customers and colleagues.
- Following best practices in alignment with company goals and values.
- Resolving customer complaints, including damaged or delayed deliveries.
- Managing workload efficiently and keeping the ERP system and colleagues up to date as necessary.
- Supporting team efforts through efficient and collaborative working.
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- An international seed producer is seeking the above to be responsible for contributing to the definition of the marketing and communication strategy, and for planning and executing activities for the subsidiary, aligned with company culture and marketing and brand policies.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business
- Minimum 5-10 years’ experience within a Senior Marketing Communication position
- Previous experience in agriculture would be an advantage
- Digital Marketing experience is essential
- Excellent proficiency in English, both written and verbal; Afrikaans capability is advantageous
- Creative in problem-solving with strong planning and organizational skills
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Planning and executing internal communication for colleagues and external corporate communication to stakeholders and press.
- Managing internal and external corporate communication (PR).
- Managing the local website and social media channels.
- Updating the intranet with relevant posts.
- Creating and translating content from the group.
- Generating positive and proactive press and media coverage.
- Organizing internal local events.
- Managing branding in the market for all relevant sub-brands and labels, including Veggies First.
- Ensuring correct implementation of brands and labels in close cooperation with global Marketing/Brand Managers.
- Applying organizational guidelines to ensure proper usage of the visual identity of all brands and labels.
- Owning and developing the Veggies First platform in the country in cooperation with the Brand Manager Veggies First.
- Contributing to and defining a yearly country marketing plan in cooperation with stakeholders.
- Contributing to and defining a marketing plan based on local commercial strategy and global marketing priorities.
- Translating the marketing plan into a local marketing activity schedule and content calendar.
- Planning and managing the local marketing and communication budget.
- Executing marketing activities and the content calendar, including introductions, events, and campaigns.
- Creating and executing marketing activities on the calendar in cooperation with global colleagues and (media) agencies, following brand and marketing guidelines.
- Managing contacts with marketing, digital media, and PR agencies.
- Creating and organizing content for all marketing activities, including brochures, presentations, and digital content.
- Organizing local external events, such as demo days.
- Evaluating, analyzing, and optimizing marketing activities.
- Managing the local website(s) (including E-Learning) and social media channels and executing marketing automation.
- Managing content for local and/or regional website(s), including News, Solutions, Assortment, Variety, and E-Learning content.
- Managing different social media channels.
- Executing marketing automation in cooperation with the Marketing department and digital agencies to draw traffic and run campaigns.
- Evaluating, analyzing, and optimizing digital marketing activities.
- Analyzing and optimizing content for search engine optimization (SEO).
- Using organizational guidelines, systems, and tools for effective international collaboration.
- Following guidelines for all marketing activities, including visuals.
- Utilizing provided tools for different channels and activities.
- Promoting client-centric thinking throughout the organization.
- Acting as an ambassador for client-centric thinking within the local organization.
- Applying locally adapted client personas and customer journeys to interact with sales teams and optimize marketing and communication approaches.
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- A well-established manufacturer of agrochemicals is seeking a temporary person for the next 3-6 months to be responsible for coordinating production planning, stock control, and customer orders to ensure efficient operations, optimal resource use, and high service levels.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a National Senior Certificate with Mathematics; A tertiary qualification in production planning/supply chain, administration or analytics or related studies is advantageous
- Minimum 3-5 years’ postgraduate experience in a similar position within the agricultural field in a chemical manufacturing environment
- Previous supervisory experience is advantageous
- Must have sound knowledge of SHEQ Quality Systems and organic certification procedures
- Possess in-depth knowledge of Planning and Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and have associated experience
- Knowledge of the OHS Act as well as Safety, Health and Environment standards is essential
- Must have experience in Syspro, SAP or other MRP systems in a chemical manufacturing plant environment
- Computer literate in MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook); Intermediate skills in Excel are preferable
- Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license, have own reliable transport and must be medically fit to drive
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Creating job cards in accordance with the macro plan and additional job cards to accommodate unforeseen product requirements.
- Coordinating with the Buyer and Commercial Managers on the timing of raw materials and packaging supply based on the macro plan.
- Liaising with the Buyer to expedite certain raw materials and packaging when required, and setting up stockholding where applicable.
- Processing stock transfers on Syspro for packaging, stocked items, raw materials, and bulk products across Warehouses 46, 47, and 45.
- Submitting relevant documents for stock transfers via email to the appropriate departments.
- Capturing stock take data for packaging, filing stock take documentation, and investigating significant variances.
- Liaising with external toll manufacturing customers to meet their requirements.
- Meeting occasionally with external toll manufacturing customers to improve service levels.
- Negotiating and updating selling prices for toll-manufactured products in consultation with the Commercial and Production Managers.
- Compiling quotations in response to new product manufacture and packaging requirements.
- Arranging outsourced packing for overflow volumes that cannot be packed internally.
- Reconciling stock and yields of outsourced packing.
- Controlling stock at outsourced packing companies.
- Developing and updating the production plan in line with the macro plan.
- Communicating the production plan to the Production Manager and Commercial Managers.
- Ensuring lead times for packing and raw materials obtained from the Buyer are adequate.
- Resolving conflicts regarding production of different products on the same plant with the Production Manager.
- Matching commercial and sales requirements with production capacities and liaising with relevant parties to find optimal solutions.
- Performing customer order promising for internal and external customers.
- Implementing and authorizing an order release schedule for action by the Procurement Department.
- Actioning changes to the production schedule to meet import demands.
- Checking capacity availability.
- Generating job cards for submission to Production units.
- Addressing deviations of order quantities from the macro plan.
- Ensuring, in conjunction with Production, the best utilization of labour.
- Understanding cost implications of different production requirements and communicating possible additional costs to relevant parties.
- Contributing to management of stockholding levels to maintain acceptable inventory.
- Monitoring and scheduling rework of quarantine stock from redundant warehouses with the Team Leader Quality Assurance.
- Matching sales requirements with production capacities and liaising with relevant parties for optimal outcomes.
- Adopting a tactical approach to the production planning process.
- Acting as first signatory for stocked items and participating in import ordering to remain informed about stock supply.
- Managing the Production Scheduler.
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- An established international chemical distributor is actively seeking the above to be responsible for managing supplier and key account relationships, driving product development and sales, overseeing stock and budgets, and providing technical and market support.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a relevant tertiary qualification in Chemistry or Food Science
- Minimum 5-10 years’ relevant Principal / Product Management experience
- Working knowledge of applicable INCO Terms is essential
- Must have experience and knowledge of regulatory requirements in the Food and Nutrition industry
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and strong in admin and project management experience
- Highly numerate, with the ability to prepare quotes, place orders, compile reports, and work confidently with spreadsheets, including identifying discrepancies and accurately working with percentages and numerical data
- Must be computer literate
- Experience in a multinational company on operational level will be an advantage
- Must be willing to travel nationally and internationally when required
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Maintaining the existing supplier base, while identifying new business opportunities.
- Developing and expanding strategically important product segments.
- Creating and submitting offers, including taking responsibility for pricing.
- Negotiating supply contracts with international suppliers.
- Independently processing customer inquiries, including handling complaints.
- Providing technical advice to customers on formulation development, including appropriate sampling.
- Conducting market analysis of customers, products, competitors, and application markets.
- Maintaining reports and documentation within the CRM system.
- Managing budget responsibilities and requirements planning.
- Collaborating and participating in trade fairs and customer seminars as sales promotion initiatives.
- Taking sales responsibility for a small number of key accounts.
- Managing stock, working closely with suppliers and the supply chain to ensure optimal stock levels, and monitoring expiry dates across all stock items.
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- A well-established London based firm, specializing in corporate finance, tax and accounting is seeking a dynamic Bookkeeper, based in the Western Cape, to provide accurate real-time bookkeeping data to clients and to ensure they are compliant with all relevant regulations in order to help them make better business decisions and achieve their goals.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a National Senior Certificate with Mathematics
- A recent SAIPA/SAIBA/SAICA qualification or studying towards one is preferred
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance role, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliation will be required
- Must have basic VAT knowledge
- Proficiency in using Xero and Excel will be an added advantage
- Must have above-average communication skills, specifically in English, with the ability to interface with internal and external stakeholders of all levels, including clients and Line Managers
- Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills and good time management ability are important for this role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing the day-to-day book-keeping for 6 companies within the Group.
- Managing Accounts Payable ledgers.
- Assisting Accounts Receivable ledgers including managing ‘Chaser’ system for automated reminders in some companies.
- Providing support in the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Supporting the Finance Manager with ad-hoc duties.
- Running auto bills twice monthly and issuing invoices to clients.
- Ensuring staff complete weekly timesheets, run updates to practice management system and produce reports to management.
- Processing daily / weekly bank reconciliations.
- Preparing client account reconciliations.
- Performing ad-hoc reporting and data collection.
- Ensuring confidentiality of sensitive data.
- Acting in accordance with the business’ values and competency framework.
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