Shop Assistant - VKB Retail, Bethlehem

VKB Agriculture; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

VKB Group is seeking a Shop Assistant to support smooth depot operations, assist customers, and maintain stock presentation and store hygiene standards. You will handle loading, stock movement, and ensure orderly shelves while working with a team in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires Grade 12 or NQF4, readiness to work weekends/holidays, and a clear criminal record. Knowledge of the VKB brand and a proactive attitude are valued in this position.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or NQF4 is required.
• Experience in a depot or retail environment will be an advantage.
• Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays as per roster.
• Clear Criminal Record and good communication/teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with loading and product information.
• Receive, move, and pack stock accurately and safely.
• Ensure stock is correctly displayed and replenished.
• Maintain cleanliness and order on the depot floor.
• Support general operational and housekeeping duties; uphold company values and safety.

Skills

Client service

Team player with positive attitude

Strong attention to detail

Thorough, precise and accurate

Customer-service focused

Dependable and hardworking

Good communication and teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or NQF4

Job description

Introduction to the VKB Group The VKB Group is an agricultural company, providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the farm-foods for consumers. Apart from the various consumer brands, the VKB Group is also represented by its regional brands: VKB, GWK and NTK. Our roots are firmly planted in agriculture with farming at our core, continuously growing and evolving throughout the years.

Starting with providing everything needed on the farm to produce food, we now also operate in all areas of the food supply chain: processing, logistics, and national and global market channels.

This “house of brands” we’ve established with the support of our farmer shareholders is the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

Job Description

The Shop Assistant is responsible for supporting the smooth flow of goods within the depot, assisting customers and colleagues, and maintaining stock presentation and store hygiene standards.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or NQF4
• Experience in a depot or retail environment will be an advantage
• Required to work weekends and public holidays as per roster
• Knowledge of Johnson’s clothing would serve as advantage
• Physically fit and able to perform manual tasks
• Clear Criminal Record
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist customers with loading and product information
• Receive, move, and pack stock accurately and safely
• Ensure stock is correctly displayed and replenished
• Maintain cleanliness and order on the depot floor
• Support general operational and housekeeping duties Uphold company values and maintain a safe working environment

Required Skills

• Client service
• Thorough, precise and accurate
• Constantly adding value to the functions of the job
• Dependable and hardworking
• Customer-service focused
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Strong attention to detail

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.