Jobs at VKB Group

Job Description

• Responsible for the overall management of the Procurement Department as well as the oversight of the data analytics function to establish trends, identify problems and improve overall use of data.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Relevant B.Com/ Financial Degree (Accounting/ Statistics/ Economics/ Finance) will serve as recommendation
• Proven experience in the succesful management of an administrative team will serve as recommendation
• Previous experience in Data Analytics will serve as recommendation
• Experience in Business Central will serve as recommendation
• Computer Literacy with the ability to work on MS EXCEL and PowerPoint on an advanced level (Pivot Tables/ Macro's etc.)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Overall management of the Procurement Team's administrative function including personnel management, certain financial functions and general administrative functions.
• Compilation and submission of general monthly- and discrepancy reports.
• Reconciliation and reporting of the procurement division’s contra accounts.
• Oversee and revise Income Statement as part of verification process.
• Timeous invoicing and allocation of supplier’s rebaits upon request of Product Manager as required.
• General Procurement administration.
• Testing system modifications on internal systems (Business Central/ Navision).         
• Continuous evaluation and correction on product codes directory.
• Assist with the import, check, and manage Supplier’s electronic price lists when needed.
• To mentor and coach all staff involved on an ongoing basis to maintain standards, practices and processes.   

Skills Required

• Problem definition and analyses
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Compliance
• Organizing
• Planning
• Personal Resilience

Closing Date 18 June 2023

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 Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Completed N2 - Tractor Mechanic
• At least 3 to 5years’ experience as a mechanic
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the current functions of the position
• Clear Criminal Record
• Teamwork

Duties And Responsibilities

• Compile quotations according to customer needs and specifications
• Service, repair and overhaul the mechanical parts of agricultural equipment and vehicles
• Ensure that all work sheets for services rendered, are done according to VKB’s policies and procedures
• Comply with all Health and Safety standards
• Build long-term relationships with customers and suppliers
• Correctly complete all guarantee claims and claims information
• Train and mentor all relevant personnel regarding VKB’s policies and procedures
• Cross-market all relevant products and promotions
• Continuous liaison with internal departments, suppliers and clients
• Daily ADHOC duties as required

Closing Date 19 June 2023

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Job description

• The Grain Marketer will be responsible for the marketing of Grain and Trading on Safex effectively to increase revenue and give good customer (client) service.

Requirements

• Grade 12/ NQF 4
• Relevant BCom Degree in Marketing or Agriculture will serve as recommendation.
• Completed Safex APD exam will serve as recommendation.
• Computer Literate: MS Office Package
• Experience in a similar role will serve as recommendation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Optimising the Broker’s function within the rules and regulations prescribed by the JSE.
• Managing of a Safex hedge book, daily on all Safex commodities.
• Building own client basis and keep long term relationships with clients.
• Introduce marketing strategies and products to assist clients in the execution of their marketing.
• Assist clients with expert advice on an ongoing basis.
• Update market related information, daily in any given timeframe.
• Provide an inclusive market review to buyer groups on an ongoing basis.
• Stay abreast of new and relevant JSE Hedging procedures, standards and practices that are available.

Skills

• Conflict management skills
• Problem solving skills.
• Negotiation skills
• Sound sales skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Orientation towards marketing and client service
• Team orientated.

Closing Date 19 June 2023

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Job Description

• A qualified Artisan. Install , maintain, test and commission electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment and systems at the plant, as well as work on electrical transmission and distribution equipment and carries out preventative maintenance.

Requirements

• Grade 12/NQF4
• Strong mechanical- and electrical experience in both fields is essential
• Code B drivers license
• Valid Trade Certificate: Millwright is essential
• Clear Criminal Record

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Reduce breakdowns and downtimes periods in the relevant business unit to limit unnecessary costs
• Install, maintain, repair and commission electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment and systems at the plant, as well as work on electrical transmission and distribution equipment
• Report machine failure and breakdowns to management, record it on the daily log sheet and ensure job cards are filled in correctly and signed off by the relevant manager
• Continuously improvement on all equipment and installation measures
• Ensure preventative scheduled maintenance is done as scheduled and machinery functions optimal on a continuous basis
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements as per VKB standards and procedures
• Continuously do fault finding and problem solving on electrical equipment
• Liaise with internal departments on an ongoing basis to ensure the quality of services and products
• Complete all compulsory training interventions 
• Mentor employees to follow standard practices and processes to ensure quality services and less down time in the relevant business unit

Skills

• Independent
• Team player
• Problem definition, analysis and solving
• Work under pressure

Closing Date 23 June 2023