Procurement Assistant: Agricultural Inputs

Minimum Requirements: Matric; an appropriate administrative, purchasing or inventory qualification will be beneficial; Preferably 2 - 3 years of administrative experience in purchasing, inventory or agricultural input trade; Knowledge of AS400 and agricultural chemicals, fertilizer and seed will be an advantage. Skills: Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving abilities; Accuracy, accountability and the ability to perform under operational pressure; Service-oriented mindset and good cooperation with internal stakeholders; Strong computer skills. Responsibilities: Provide daily administrative support to the Purchasing Manager and Product Line Manager: Agricultural Inputs; Create, check, document and follow up on purchase orders and outstanding orders for agricultural chemicals, fertiliser and seed; Maintain and verify supplier price lists, costs and selling prices on AS400 in accordance with approved authorisations; Register and follow up supplier, inventory, delivery and quality claims through to resolution; Track credit notes, returns, delivery notes and discrepancies between orders, receipts and invoices; Prepare and distribute inventory, price, claims and outstanding-order reports on time; Maintain product and supplier records, documentation and electronic files, including applicable product and registration information; Liaise with branches, the DC, suppliers and finance to resolve queries promptly; Escalate delays, price discrepancies and unresolved claims promptly.