Procurement Administrator

Joubert & Associates; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market related remuneration

Job summary

Kallos Group, established in 1943 and based in Durbanville, Cape Town, seeks an energetic administrative professional to support Procurement. The role involves managing contracts, reconciliations and packing programmes with growers, and acting as a liaison between Finance and Procurement.

Based in the Western Cape, you will contribute to stock control, load-out administrative tasks, and ensure compliance with certifications while delivering accurate procurement records and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum matric.
• Relevant tertiary qualification strengthens application.
• 3–5 years experience in a similar fruit export procurement role is advantageous.
• Excellent Excel and MS Office proficiency.
• Excellent communication in English and Afrikaans.
• Strong planning, administration and organisational skills.
• Ability to function well under pressure and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain producer contracts and SLAs.
• Manage procurement administration, 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 Departments.
• Assist the Logistics Manager with stock control and maintenance.
• Coordinate 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.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Communication (ENG & AFR)

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.