Data Controller

Agrigate One Limited; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural technology firm in Stellenbosch is seeking candidates to work closely with clients in optimizing their processes. The role involves engaging with growers and buyers, managing data entry, and contributing to platform improvements. Candidates should have a relevant degree, strong analytical skills, and advanced Excel knowledge. The position promises career growth in data or operations roles.

Qualifications

• Preferably a degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, BCom, or Agricultural Economics.
• Driver's licence required.
• Experience in logistics or agriculture is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand their pain points.
• Manage data entry and order loading.
• Identify improvement opportunities in business processes.

Skills

Advanced computer literacy

Excellent problem-solving

Strong numerical skills

Communication and influencing

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

OpenAgri (Pty) Ltd is a development house with offices in Stellenbosch and Johannesburg.

We focus on building innovative agricultural technologies for our base client, the London-based software company AgrigateOne, which optimises the agricultural value chain through a B2B commerce platform that connects buyers, growers, and buyers with high quality fresh produce while aggregating all data and communications onto a single platform.

Role Overview

In this role you will introduce yourself to the AgrigateOne ecosystem by working closely with the operations, data, and product development teams.

You will engage with our clients (growers and buyers) to understand their pain points and help entrench the platform in their business processes.

This position lays the foundation for a potential future role in the data team as a data analyst or in core operations as a process‑improvement analyst.

Key Responsibilities

• Data entry, management of & solution specification, specifically: Order loading for various buyers on the platform.

Pack Planning and Yield Estimations

• Reconciliation between loaded and processed orders to ensure data accuracy and timeliness.

Onboarding of New Clients

• Understand internal and external business processes to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop an understanding of how the AgrigateOne platform works.
• Work closely with growers and buyers to understand their systems and business processes.
• Provide feedback to developers based on customer systems and requirements.
• Translate business processes into data flows that inform strategic initiatives for platform users.
• Develop an understanding of the data acquisition process in both front‑end and back‑end (ETL) of the platform.
• Determine root causes of data processing errors and set up configurations to resolve them.
• Identify missing and problematic data integration points and implement solutions.
• Provide assistance, when required, to the business development team.
• Understand the impact of external factors on market behaviour (e.g., pricing) to advise our clients.

Formal Qualifications

• Preferably a degree in Industrial Engineering; Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Business Administration (BBA), BCom, or Agricultural Economics degrees will also be considered.

Driver's licence (some travelling required).

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Advanced computer literacy, especially Excel.
• Proven ability to be part of a team and collaborate across departments.
• Excellent problem‑solving and organisational ability.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence credibly at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong internal client relationship building.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Job Related Experience

Not necessary.

Beneficial

• 1–2 years' experience in a logistics provider, perishable commodity agent / retailer, or commercial farming company in a planning, operational, logistics, or solutions role.
• Experience in managing client / supplier relationships.
• Experience in analysing operational processes and / or logistics operations.

Languages

• English.
• Afrikaans (beneficial).

Culture & Values

• Someone who enhances a positive company culture with strong morals, values, and diversity.
• Passion for or experience in agriculture and / or logistics & technology industries.
• A go‑getter who can grow with the company and brings a great attitude.

Company Overview

OpenAgri (Pty) Ltd is dedicated to developing cutting‑edge agricultural technology.

We are committed to sustainability, innovation, and fostering a collaborative work environment.