Job Vacancies at BKB Ltd

Job Description

• BKB is currently seeking an experienced and reliable Commission Agent in the areas of who will be responsible for the marketing of livestock and building of good relationships with clients.
• The incumbent will also be responsible for procurement of auctions, out-of-hand-transactions, assisting fellow colleagues at auctions and other ad hoc tasks. To ensure a positive image of the organisation through professional, effective and innovative services.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE:

• Grade 12 with atleast 3 years experience in a Livestock marketing environment or relevant Diploma/Degree is recommended.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Goal orientated
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Good computer literacy
• Decision-making skills
• Must be fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English); must be fully conversant in Afrikaans and English
• Valid driver’s license

COMPETENCIES:

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Flexibility
• Initiating action
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
• Impact and influence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Procurement of livestock for auctions through effective and innovative services
• Marketing of livestock
• Ensure constant growth in market share, revenue and profitability
• Procurement, marketing and handling of auctions
• Classing of livestock
• Responsible for effective and efficient logistics and administrative processes
• Gathering of producer information to facilitate effective planning of marketing
• Provide excellent customer services

Closing Date 28 October 2026

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Job Description

• BKB is seeking an energetic Loadmaster to join our team.  The successful candidate will be responsible for the driving of the truck, loading and offloading of livestock, as well as building pens, for Special and Stud auctions and to ensure that all auctions run smoothly. 
• In addition, the candidate will also be responsible for the planning, coordination and overall marketing action of any type of Livestock auctions. 
• The position will be based in Cradock and will require regular travel throughout the Central region.

REQUIREMENTS 

• Grade 12
• At least 3 years’ experience in the Livestock environment
• Valid EC license
• Valid PDP (Public Driver’s Permit)
• Must be fluent in Afrikaans, English and Xhosa would be advantageous

RECOMMENDATIONS

• Structured approach to operational challenges
• Atttention to detail
• Proven interpersonal skills
• Good administrative skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Analytical thinking
• Excellent written and verbal skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for effective and efficient logistics and administrative processes.
• Loading and offloading of livestock equipment at auctions and building of pens
• Completion and submission of proper accounts and offloading tickets
• Ensure all equipment and gates are maintained which includes welding
• General auction site organization and related functions
• Management of wage employees
• Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of company vehicles by following Company procedures
• Management of diesel consumption
• Planning and coordination of auction dates
• Compilation of pamphlets and catalogues for auction
• Planning and record keeping of auction equipment and materials
• Gathering of information and documentation required for auctions
• Responsible for advertising of auctions
• Ensure a positive image of the organisation through professional, effective and efficient client services
• Procurement of sponsors for catalogues and BKB functions
• Obtain quotations from printers for pamphlets, catalogues and auction-related printing
• Distribution of marketing material to relevant parties
• Responsible for the effective execution of digital auctions
• Coordinate communication with the company’s livestock clients in terms of digital media requirements
• Assist with the procurement and management of new buyers and sellers
• Planning and organising of refreshments for commercial auctions
• Organising of vehicle services, licensing and roadworthiness of vehicle/trucks

Closing Date 02 November 2026