Jobs at COFCO International

PURPOSE OF ROLE :

• Support strategic sourcing initiatives to deliver long term programs for services and goods categories which support the business requirements of Farming Operations in South Africa.
• Responsible for leveraging negotiation skills to secure beneficial terms, employing data analytics for strategic decision-making, and ensuring the alignment of procurement activities with our company’s operation and financial objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external key stakeholders to align procurement strategies.
• Utilize deep industry knowledge to forecast market trends and assess their potential impact on procurement strategies.
• Lead complex negotiations with vendors, focusing on total cost of ownership (TCO), innovation, and flexibility to adapt.
• Design and implement procurement strategies that mitigate risks, enhance supplier performance, and support sustainability objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholder and legal departments to ensure contracts comply with regulatory requirements and company policies, with a strong focus on data security and intellectual property rights.
• Act as an escalation point for contractual and performance issues, demonstrating advanced problem-solving skills and effective dispute management.
• Consolidate and analyse global procurement spend data/ KPIs for the preparation of monthly global procurement reporting, using data analytic skills.
• Ensure that all administrative and regulatory requirements regarding procurement have been met and align with Company Policies and be able to resolve any potential items that, due to the nature of Farming Operations, are difficult to align with current Company Policy, thereby enhancing the hands-on nature of the Policy to be industry specific and effective.
• Place Purchase Orders and Contracts on SAP

KEY RESULTS AREAS :

• Deliver year on year total cost efficiencies - a mix of cost, quality, and speed improvements for the spend/vendor relationships,
• Internal client satisfaction,
• Create consistent and accurate global reporting data,
• Savings / Cost Avoidance,
• Payment terms optimization,
• Increase contract coverage,
• Procurement Cycle time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : 

• Bachelor’s degree, post-graduate in Agricultural Economics, 
• Bachelor of Commerce Marketing Management, Risk management / Accounting / Finance.
• Masters in related qualification an advantage.
• 5 – 10 years working experience in the Agricultural Industry, and more specifically featuring in functional areas focusing on evaluating different products to select the best options.
• Experience in the grains and oilseed environment will be an advantage.
• Experience in SAP/ERP Procurement solutions (S/4HANA MM, Ariba…) will be beneficial,

 SKILLS  

• Ability to work in a cross functional international complex corporate environment,
• Stakeholder engagement skills, coupled with a customer-oriented profile,
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Any other European languages will be an advantages.
• Communication, analytical and presentation skills
• Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and solve problems.
• Negotiation skills.

COMPETENCIES

• Relating and Networking
• Deciding and initiating action
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning and Organising
• Adapting and responding to change
• Delivering and meeting customer expectations
• Analysing and Interpreting
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

GENERAL

• Reports to the Procurement Lead: SSA
• Salary and Benefits: Market related salary, Provident fund and medical aid benefits 

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• Are you passionate about technology and eager to start a career in instrumentation and control systems? We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Instrument Technician to join our team and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic industrial environment. Standerton Oil Mills (Pty) Ltd is looking to recruit Local Lekwa Youth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist qualified Instrument Technicians in the calibration, maintenance, and installation of instrumentation equipment.
• Learn to interpret technical drawings and process control documentation.
• Participate in fault-finding and troubleshooting activities.
• Attend theoretical and practical training sessions.
• Adhere to safety, health, and environmental standards.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• N6 / S4 in Instrumentation, or higher certificate in Instrumentation will be advantageous.
• Strong interest in instrumentation and control systems.

Personal Attributes:

• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Proactive, Self-starter & Self-motivated
• Team player & Willingness to learn
• Detail-oriented and safety-conscious
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Closing Date: 05 June 2026

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The Human Resources Manager plans, develops, and implements all Human Resources related operational components within the area of responsibility, working in close collaboration with the Payroll Manager, Assets Human Resources Manager and Management.

Reports to: Human Resources Director, Sub-Saharan Africa

Package: Market-related salary, retirement fund, and medical aid benefits

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12
• Human Resources Management Degree
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience at HR Manager generalist level
• Experience in a large, multinational organisation advantageous

Key Responsibilities

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organisational Design
• Driving the right culture and resultant climate
• Talent acquisition, onboarding and Induction
• Talent management and Succession planning
• Learning and development
• Performance management
• Employee relations, disciplinary and grievance matters
• Remuneration and benefits
• Employee engagement and retention initiatives
• HR reporting and analytics
• Manpower planning
• HR policies, procedures, and legislative compliance
• Employment Equity and BBBEE
• Guiding line management on HR-related matters

Essential Skills

• Proven HR Generalist management experience at the required level
• Project management
• Change management methodology
• Sound knowledge of South African labour legislation: BCEA, LRA, SDA, BBBEE, EEA
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Aptitude for continuous improvement, system enhancements and automation
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Sage Payroll & HR software
• Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors

Competencies

• Planning and Organising — Plans and prioritises HR activities systematically; manages multiple workstreams simultaneously; anticipates resourcing needs and manages time effectively.
• Deciding and Initiating Action — Takes responsibility for HR processes, initiatives, decisions and outcomes; acts with confidence and urgency; introduces positive change into people processes without waiting to be directed.
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations — Delivers HR services to a consistently high standard within agreed timelines; takes accountability for quality and outcomes; maintains a strong focus on internal and external client needs.
• Leading and Supervising — Provides clear direction and guidance to line management on people matters; motivates and empowers others; coaches for performance; sets and upholds appropriate standards of behaviour and conduct.
• Adapting and Responding to Change — Embraces and actively supports organisational change; adjusts HR plans and priorities in response to shifting business needs; remains effective in ambiguous or fast-moving environments.
• Persuading and Influencing — Gains commitment from others through well-reasoned argument and negotiation; influences line managers and senior stakeholders effectively on HR matters.
• Analysing — Interrogates HR data and workforce analytics to identify trends and root causes; applies sound judgement to complex people-related problems; makes evidence-based recommendations.
• Coping with pressure and setbacks — Demonstrates a consistently positive attitude at work, remains effective and productive in high-pressure environments, manages emotions well during challenging situations, responds constructively to feedback and uses it as a learning opportunity, and successfully balances professional and personal commitments.
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information