OPERATIONS COORDINATOR – PACKSHED, SALES AND HOSPITALITY

Farm Manager SA; Citrusdal; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA in South Africa seeks a capable supervisor to oversee packshed operations, coordinate sales and provide top-tier customer service. The role includes managing freight and export logistics, hospitality operations, and leading a small team.

Strong organisational and communication skills are essential. Applicants should have 2–5 years’ experience across agriculture, logistics or hospitality and hold a relevant diploma or degree.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Logistics, Business Administration, Hospitality Management or related field advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• 2–5 years' experience in agriculture, logistics, hospitality, customer service or operations.
• Supervisory or team coordination experience advantageous.
• Experience in export logistics or freight coordination advantageous.
• Experience managing guest accommodation or hospitality operations advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Packshed operations management.
• Sales coordination & customer service.
• Freight & export logistics coordination.
• Hospitality operations.
• Team leadership.
• Administration & communication.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Administrative ability

Problem solving

Multitasking

Pressure management

Time management

Customer focus

MS Office

Education

Diploma/Degree in Agriculture/Logistics/Business Admin/Hospitality

Tools

FreshPortal

Floriday

Flower export systems

Job description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Agriculture, Logistics, Business Administration, Hospitality Management or a related field will be advantageous.
• Valid driver's licence.
• 2–5 years' experience in agriculture, logistics, hospitality, customer service or operations.
• Previous supervisory or team coordination experience will be advantageous.
• Experience in export logistics or freight coordination will be advantageous.
• Experience managing guest accommodation or hospitality operations will be advantageous.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong administrative ability.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask across several business functions.
• Ability to perform well under pressure during seasonal peak periods.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.
• Customer-focused with a professional attitude.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook and Word).
• Experience with FreshPortal, Floriday or similar flower export systems will be advantageous; however, full in-house training will be provided.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

• Packshed Operations
• Sales Coordination & Customer Service
• Freight & Export Logistics
• Hospitality Operations
• Team Leadership
• Administration & Communication