Latest Vacancies at VKB Group

JOB FUNCTION

Sells the organization's merchandise according to agreed targets. Effectively market stock to customers, manage stock control to ensure constant availability of stock to clients.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4  
• Experience in a relevant field will be advantageous  
• Clear criminal record
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the functions of the job 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stock management
• Marketing products and assisting customers
• Ensure clean and tidy working space
• Solving Problems and dealing with queries within set mandate
• Merchandizing stock and replenish stock levels as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Decision making skills
• Problem definition and analyses
• Team work
• Compliance
• Organizing and planning
• Personal resilience
• Client service
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain long lasting relationships

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Job Description

• Loads , lifts and moves articles on pallets within or outside the company's premises.  Will be loading trucks for client dispatch.

Requirements

•  Grade 12 or NQF 4
•  Minimum of 3 year experience in the FMCG industry
•  Valid forklift licence or willingness to be re-examined
•  Code 10 licence with PDP
•  Willing to work shifts and overtime
•  Traceable references

Skills Required

•  Accuracy
•  Excellent client service
•  Service orientated
•  Attention to detail

Duties

•  Controls offloading of goods
•  Loads, lifts and moves articles on pallets
•  Other industry related functions

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Job Description

• Responsible for the Engineering division's overall financial and administrative function.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF4 with Accounting or Math as subjects
• Previous experience within a similar role (Administrative)
• Computer literate in MS Office
• Experience in the management of Time and Attendance with preference given to PRP & ESS/ Sage. 
• Proven understanding of daily and monthly financial processes (budgeting, quotes, invoices etc.)
• Ability to work on MS Excel on an intermediate level
• Experience working with Job Cards & the processing thereof with preference given to experience in the PRAGMA system

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Responsible for administration of the department's administrative and financial function as needed (debtors and payments)
• Administrative support of the cash register and petty cash function 
• Responsible for the overall administration of the spares and inventory store (stock management)
• Month to month administration of the artisan's worksheets/ timesheets/ job cards
• Continuous liaison with internal and external clients 
• Related ad-hoc duties as requested from time to time

Skills

• Effective 
• Organized and focused on planning 
• Ability to prioritize
• Abel to work under pressure
• Abel to meet deadlines
• Good telephone and email etiquette 
• Team player & team leader
• Personal resilience 
• Able to handle conflict   

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Job Description

The Maintenance Foreman will be responsible for the effective management of internal projects at GWK's silos, ensuring compliance to standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF4
• Qualified Millwright/ Electrician (Trade Certificate)
• 15 year's post-trade experience
• Experience within the Grain Industry will serve as recommendation
• Proven experience in the management and completion of Maintenance Projects is essential
• Computer literate in the MS Office package

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Maintenance Projects at GWK's Grain silos from start to completion.
• Procurement of maintenance parts within GWK's approved mandate and tenders.
• Give inputs with regards to capital projects.
• Effectively manage approved budgets for projects.
• Ensure GWK's Grain's Planned Preventative Maintenance schedule is updated and adhered to.
• Ensure adherence to all legal frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Continuously audit and ensure compliance the OHS Act within the department's workshops.
• Together with the relevant Silo Managers, ensure that all the electrical equipment runs optimally and safely.
• Continuous liaison with internal and external departments with regards to planned projects, maintenance schedules and budgets.
• Troubleshooting and resolution of electrical faults as given through by Silo Managers.
• Stay abreast of leading electrical technologies to ensure effective use, power saving and safety.

Skills

• Good communication skills
• Accuracy and attention to details
• Team player
• Project Management
• Problem solving
• Able to work under pressure

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Job Description

Responsible for inspecting the quality of carcasses on the line.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• A valid and approved PME Certificate.
• Proven PME experience will be advantageous.
• Mathematics/ Maths literacy as a subject desired.
• Strong mathematical skills - this will be tested during the interview.
• Must be able to work in a high-pressured environment.
• A clear criminal record.
• A willingness to work shifts and overtime, incl. on weekends and public holidays when required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Do not let product through that does not comply with the Meat Safety Act.
• Prevent losses by ensuring product is not turned down unnecessarily.
• Depending on the classification/ damage, either remove the carcass or partially condemn the carcass.
• Ensure recovery of portions at the recovery station according to specifications.
• Follow health and safety standards at all times, as per GFC Standards and the Meat Safety Act.
• Attention to detail – Achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
• Report all variances to the head of department.
• To liaise with internal departments on an ongoing basis to ensure quality service and products.
• To complete all compulsory training interventions allocated by direct manager successfully.

 Skills Required

• Good communication skills.
• Accurate and attention to detail.
• Good reporting skills.
• Good planning skills.
• Strong administration skills.
• Team player.

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JOB FUNCTION

Sells the organization's merchandise according to agreed targets. Effectively market stock to customers, manage stock control to ensure constant availability of stock to clients.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4  
• Experience in a relevant field will be advantageous  
• Clear criminal record
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the functions of the job 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Stock management
• Marketing products and assisting customers
• Ensure clean and tidy working space
• Solving Problems and dealing with queries within set mandate
• Merchandizing stock and replenish stock levels as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Decision making skills
• Problem definition and analyses
• Team work
• Compliance
• Organizing and planning
• Personal resilience
• Client service
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain long lasting relationships

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JOB DESCRIPTION

• Performs general tasks, requiring the briefest induction.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4 
• Load and offload of stock 
• Keeping premises clean and tidy 
• Stock control 
• Client service 
• Able to perform hard manual labour 
• Constantly adding value to the function of the job

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for general tidiness 
• Cleaning duties 
• Ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time 
• Assist customers/suppliers with loading and offloading of stock as required according to policies and procedures 
• General housekeeping of premises
• Customer services

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Service orientation 
• Accurate, thorough and precise 
• Excellent health

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Job Description

Sells the organization's merchandise according to agreed targets. Effectively market stock to customers, manage stock control to ensure constant availability of stock to clients.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF 4
• Previous experience in agriculture will serve as recommendation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Orientation towards marketing and client service
• Team orientated
• Willing to undergo continuous training

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stock control
• Stock orders
• Marketing of agricultural commodities
• Other ad-hoc job related duties
• Continuously rendering customer service of high standard to walk-in customers, telephonically and via email medium

Skills

• Merchandising skills
• Conflict management skills
• Basic computer skills
• Problem solving skills
• Negotiation skills
• Sound sales and interpersonal skills

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Job Description

• Performs varied and complex tasks relating to the grain handling and storage function.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF 4.
• Certificate in Grain Grading and Grain Fumigation is essential
• Minimum 3-Years experience in a similar role and environment is essential

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor flow of grain continuously
• Continuous grain protection through fumigation as determined by supervisor
• Monitor of grain tube temperature and report deviation to superior
• Measure grain tubes according to policy and safety regulations
• Operate silo according to the VKB Group policy and regulations

Skills Required

• Responsible
• Punctual
• Conflict management skills
• Initiative

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Job Description

• Provide general support.

Requirements

• The suitable candidate should have basic reading and writing skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Shelf care and cleaning services;
• Provide general support;
• Security and loss control;
• Handling of stock;
• Perform loading work.

Skills

• People
• Verbal
• Physical
• Selling
• Writing

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Job Description

We are looking for a creative retail Merchandiser to increase sales, get buyer’s attention and to provide an excellent in-store experience.

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate
• Valid driver's license
• Preference will be given to candidates with their own vehicle
• Proven work experience as a merchandiser
• Demonstrable visual design skills with a strong retail merchandising portfolio
• Solid experience in visual merchandising
• Knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Creative and innovative thinker
• Ability to analyse sales merchandising reports and survey results

Duties and Responsibilities

• Define, design and implement a merchandising strategy
• Visiting retail stores to ensure that stock are packed on shelves according to guidelines
• Ensuring that displays are neat and according to company standards
• Act in alignment to the organisation’s culture, products, image and target market
• Change displays to promote new product launches and reflect festive or seasonal themes
• Liaise with suppliers and source elements

Skills

• Problem definition and analyses
• Decision making skills
• Team work - Verbal Communication
• Compliance - Organising and planning
• Personal resilience - Service orientation
• Client service
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the functions of the job
• The ability to interpret briefs and demonstrate creativity in generating creative concepts, as well as directing and coaching others.
• Good knowledge of merchandising policies and procedures in retail environment
• Strong coaching, administrative skills, excellent product knowledge and passion for Agriculture products.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

• Performs general tasks, requiring the briefest induction

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 or NQF4 
• Load and offload of stock 
• Keeping premises clean and tidy 
• Stock control 
• Client service 
• Able to perform hard manual labour 
• Constantly adding value to the function of the job

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for general tidiness 
• Cleaning duties 
• Ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time 
• Assist customers/suppliers with loading and offloading of stock as required according to policies and procedures 
• General housekeeping of premises
• Customer services

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Service orientation 
• Accurate, thorough and precise 
• Excellent health