Open Positions at Helderberg Personnel

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Opening of contracts on system.
• Drawing up physical contracts (Purchase contracts and sales contracts).
• Sending out contracts to customers and suppliers.
• Collection of unsigned contracts.
• Management of monthly bank audit through collection of proofs of delivery (POD's) & storage of invoices as well as signed contracts.
• Monthly commission reconciliations.
• Checking and analyzing profit calculations.
• Invoicing to customers.
• New customers create on system.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION:

• A relevant degree (B.Comm or similar) will be advantageous
• Min least 2 -3 years of experience in an administrative or financial role.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Record-keeping and reconciliation of all transactions
• Monitoring of cost of sales 
• Managing inventory movement and valuation
• Preparing profit and loss statements
• Processing contracts and invoices
• Monitoring delivery volumes, quality and price adjustments
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers
• Record-keeping of sales, currency differences and shipping costs
• Collaborating with logistics and operations teams
• Preparation of monthly reports and variance analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Preparation for audits and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Maintenance and optimization of ERP systems
• Develop and document internal controls and procedures

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Accounting qualification with SAIPA / SAICA / CIMA articles
• Honours degree will be advantageous
• Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience in finance/accounting
• Strong knowledge of cost and inventory accounting, as well as currency 

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• The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Sales and Marketing within the landscaping / building / civil or related industry. 
• Valid drivers' license essential.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for presenting the brand and products to clients in the landscaping industry, building relationships with new and existing customers, and contributing to the growth of the business. 

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in sales and marketing within the landscaping / building / civil or related industry
• Strong ability to build relationships and trust with clients
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively present technical product information to clients.
• Basic experience in website management and maintaining a strong online presence
• Well-groomed and professional in all client-facing interactions.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and take ownership of your role within a small but growing team.
• A proactive and driven approach to business development, with a passion for expanding the reach of the business.
• A strong customer service mindset, with a focus on delivering exceptional experiences to clients.

Requirements:

• Min Grade 12 / Matric
• Valid drivers license
• Previous experience in the landscaping, civil or building industry

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Control

• Recordkeeping and reconciliation of all trade-related transactions
• Monitoring of cost of sales including farmer payments, packaging and logistics costs
• Managing inventory movement and valuation
• Preparing profit and loss statements per shipment, customer and product

Procurement & Farmer Payments 

• Processing farmer contracts and invoices
• Monitoring delivery volumes, quality and price adjustments
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers

Export & Logistics Accounting 

• Recordkeeping of export sales, currency differences and shipping costs
• Reconciling farmer contracts with FEC's issued
• Reconciling export documentation with financial records
• Collaborating with logistics and operations teams for accurate financial processing

Reporting & Analysis 

• Preparation of monthly margin reports and variance analysis
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Preparation for audits and compliance with regulatory requirements

Systems & Process Improvement 

• Maintenance and optimization of ERP systems
• Develop and document internal controls and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Accounting qualification with SAICA / CIMA articles
• Honours degree will be advantageous
• Minimum 3 – 5 years of experience in finance/accounting, preferably in agriculture or export.
• Strong knowledge of cost and inventory accounting, as well as currency transactions.
• Knowledge of export regulations is an advantage.

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Responsibilities

• Focus on new business developments in level 1 and 2 required logistics services in Southern Africa
• Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients/suppliers, including regular visits.
• Strategic planning for business growth, setting goals and creating plans to achieve them.
• Negotiating new contracts (Customers, suppliers).
• Financial Management: Overseeing budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Operations Management: Supervising marketers’ compliance, risk mitigation and technology innovation
• Reporting and Analysis: Providing regular reports to higher management or company executives on key performance metrics and overall business performance.
• Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
• Keep track of the monthly and yearly budgets.
• Manage volume contracts allocated to the company
• Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
• Analyse commodity trends and adapt to market fluctuations.
• Keep track of the daily and monthly budgets.
• Adding new clients and transporters to existing book.
• Strategic planning for business growth.

Skills

• Ability to form and build customer relationships and provide excellent service.
• Ability to negotiate and close sales.
• Ability to work in and manage a team.
• Analytical ability.
• Prepared to solve problems after hours.
• Prepared to travel.

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Responsibilities:

• Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, including regular visits.
• Negotiating new contracts.
• Negotiate transport rates with clients and transporters.
• Manage volumes allocated to the company.
• Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
• Analyse commodity trends and adapt to market fluctuations.
• Keep track of the daily and monthly budgets.
• Adding new clients and transporters to our existing
• Maintain established admin procedures.
• Develop relationship with current transport, clients and truck drivers.
• Follow up with transporters to determine accurate ETA's and trucks.
• Good communication with clients keeping them informed about status of the cargo.
• Build good relationships with loading and off-loading points. 
• Identify key role players at loading and off-loading points.
• Weekly planning and forecasting of truck movements.
• Build client relations and support drivers at loading and off-loading points.

Experience and Qualifications:

• At least 2 -4 years’ experience in a similar role within the transport industry.
• Preferably someone with a relevant qualification (degree or diploma).
• In this role, you will be responsible to identifying and contacting prospective customers and suppliers.
• Negotiate sales deals and rates with customers as well as suppliers.
• Meet budget and margin targets while proactively communicating with suppliers to transport goods effec

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QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in systems design, programming and/or systems software development and support.
• At least 3 years developer experience in AZURE, C#, .Net and SQL.
• Understanding of modern architectural designs, such as Component-Based Architecture.
• Database design/administration experience (Design, implementation, modification).
• Ability to recognise and resolve system related problems; work independently and make necessary decisions throughout the systems process within architectural guidelines.
• Relevant Degree, Course or Certification.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to apply first principles thinking and/or lateral thinking and/or systems thinking to solve exciting, complex and impactful problems.
• Design, develop, document, analyse, create, test and modify applications, programs and integrations.
• Serve as a senior development resource on projects, using known & proven best coding practices.
• Experience in DevSecOps and Agile development methodologies.
• Assist with the maintenance of programming guidelines
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional

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Duties

• Make the agreed number of calls to customers as assigned and instructed, both existing and new
• Generate leads by identifying potential new customers and making cold calls by telephone
• Demonstrate excellent customer service through follow-ups
• Co-ordinate sales efforts with relevant departments such as logistics, marketing and the entire sales team in order to achieve sales and profit targets
• Process and follow up on orders as necessary
• Closing the sale and providing customer support as required
• Monitor and review product range and communicate any new product developments to increase width and depth of distribution
• Drive and present promotions to customers
• Ability to comprehend and use sales data to analyze market potential
• Respond to inquiries and technical information requested
• Sell overstocks/aged stock.
• Communicate with Sales Manager regarding sales issues, objectives and competitor activity or opportunities gathered from customer feedback.
• Respond timeously to all correspondence and administrative deadlines.

Skills / Qualifications:

• This is a full-time position ideal for someone with at least 5 - 10 years sales experience in internal sales and calling merchants, resellers, manufacturers and retail hardware merchants
• Telephone etiquette and communication skills must be very good
• Having an established and strong relationships with either of or all timber merchants, timber resellers, furniture manufacturers, Joiners and retail merchants in Cape Town and surrounds a advantageous
• Marketing and/or Sales tertiary qualification a plus. (advantageous)
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word / Excel /  PowerPoint / Outlook)
• Having working knowledge and experience with internal business systems like Microsoft Business Central advantageous
• Strong emphasis on executing plans to achieve and exceed customer budgets

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Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiasm for learning and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze market trends, pricing, and supply-demand dynamics to make informed trading decisions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry stakeholders to drive business growth.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions to achieve favorable outcomes for both the company and its clients.
• Implement effective sales strategies to meet and exceed trading targets and revenue goals.
• Assess and manage risks associated with trading activities, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
• Provide regular reports on trading performance, market conditions, and business opportunities to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 - 5 years of experience in Cross-Border Trading or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Logistics, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. Proven ability to manage and grow client relationships effectively.
• In-depth understanding of the Transport Industry industry, including market dynamics, regulatory environment, and trading practices.