Fruit Procurement Administrator

Joubert & Associates; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kallos Group, based in Durbanville near Cape Town, seeks an energetic Administrative Procurement Assistant for the Commercial Department. You will support procurement activities, manage contracts and logistics, and ensure accuracy across records and documents.

Role requires strong Excel skills, English and Afrikaans communication, and the ability to work under pressure. Market-related remuneration and benefits are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification strengthen application.
• 3–5 years in a similar role in fruit export is advantageous.
• Strong Excel and overall computer skills are required.
• Excellent communication in English and Afrikaans with all levels of staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain producer contracts and SLAs.
• Manage procurement administration, including intake volumes and reconciliations.
• Assist with load-out administration.
• Provide commercial assistance for procurement activities.
• Develop and maintain packing programmes with packhouses / growers.
• Liaise between Finance and Procurement Department.
• Assist Logistics Manager with stock control and maintenance.
• Coordinate movement/logistics of procurement pallets between farms and cold rooms.
• Maintain MRL, GAP and other certifications for fruit suppliers.
• Maintain accurate procurement, stock and logistics records and documentation.

Skills

Excel

English communication

Afrikaans

Planning & organisation

Attention to detail

Education

Matric

Tertiary qualification in Administration/Procurement/Marketing

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Established in 1943 and based in Durbanville, Cape Town, Kallos Group specialises in delivering effective route-to-market solutions. The company procures and distributes fresh fruit from growers to clients on a global scale. Most of their exports go to the critical markets in Africa, but they also distribute to Europe, Russia, Asia, Middle & Near East as well as selected Far East destinations.

The above-mentioned position is currently available for an energetic individual to join the company’s Commercial Department. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Procurement function and attend to the related administrative and logistical requirements as needed.

Key Performance Areas:

• Administer and maintain producer contracts and SLAs

• Manage procurement administration, including intake volumes and reconciliations

• Assist with load-out administration

• Provide commercial assistance for procurement activities

• Develop and maintain packing programmes with packhouses / growers

• Act as liaison between Finance and Procurement Department

• Assist the Logistics Manager with stock control and maintenance

• Coordinate the movement / logistics of procurement pallets between farms and cold rooms

• Maintain MRL, GAP and other relevant certifications for fruit suppliers

• Maintain accurate procurement, stock and logistics records and documentation

Requirements:

• Minimum Matric

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Administration / Procurement / Marketing) will strengthen the application

• Previous experience (3-5 years) in a similar role in the fruit export industry will be advantageous

• Above average computer skills (MS Office Suite, especially Excel)

• Excellent communication (English & Afrikaans) and interpersonal skills with people on all levels

• Excellent planning, administration and organisational skills

• Accuracy & attention to detail

• Ability to function well under pressure and prioritise tasks

The company offers market related remuneration and benefits, based on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.