Job Description

Introduction

VKB Agriculture (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic agricultural company in the Northeast Free State with interests in Limpopo. This organisation, which strives towards healthy and modern business practices offers employees the opportunity to utilise and develop their knowledge and skills in a competitive work environment. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a rural environment with resources inherent to the environment.

This division within the VKB Group manage supply chain-and product development, which will include product research, -categorization, -negotiations, -performance evaluations and assistance to stores on product related enquiries.

Job Function

Overall management of the Procurement division's Groceries line to ensure that the VKB Group stays ahead of the market trends; considering different products, lead times, availability and margins. This division will take hands with the VKB Group's retail division, making them the leading grocery solution in the rural areas of South Africa.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF 4
• Relevant Degree/ Qualification in Marketing/ Economics/ Internation Trade/ Risk Management/ Supply Chain (or similar)
• 4 - 6 year's experience within the retail sector, managing different product lines with preference given to candidates that have experience within the FMCG environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Orientation towards marketing and client service
• Team orientated
• Willing to mentor as well as undergo continuous training
• Previous wholesale/DC experience will be a recommendation

Duties and Responsibilities

• In-depth market analysis with regards to trends, products and margins to ensure that the VKB Group's retail division can be competitive with regards to their grocery product range
• Continuous reporting on agreed upon metrics (trends, orders, possible deviations and strains within the market)
• Manage monthly product performance indicators.
• Strategic purchasing of products according to mandate.
• Continuous market and product research.
• Product categorization and administration.
• Feedback on efficiency of products.
• Continuous liaising with internal and external clients (VKB Retail division and Suppliers).

Skills and Competencies

• Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold and a Team Player
• Decision making
• Communication
• Maintaining long-term relationships
• Influencing
• Business acumen
• Compliance
• Organising
• Problem solving skills
• Negotiation skills
• Sound sales and interpersonal skills

Other Information

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