Job Description

Introduction

At GWK we work daily to move the boundaries of agriculture, to help people discover new and better ways. We are pioneers in the agri- and food value chain, committed to shaping a sustainable business, driving growth and providing a better future for all stakeholders. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.



Responsible for the procurement of Pecan Nuts through procuring, logistics, do market analysis and establish relationships with new producers and ensure excellent customer service by providing professional and innovative agricultural advice to new and existing Pecan nut producers.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree Agricultural Field or Equivalent qualification.
• 2 years relevant experience
• Code 8 Driver's License and own vehicle
• Clear Criminal Record
• Willing to travel for work
• Good administration skills

• Manage client service and relationships with key stakeholders;
• Visit pecan producers before, during and after the season.
• Provide agricultural advice services;
• Receive Pecan nut information and actively procure tons for contracting;
• Communicate information to producer through relevant channel by due date and handle client queries;
• Manage price risks for producer and advise and facilitate speculative transactions;
• Ensure that the contracted product is delivered to GWK;
• Coordinate handling and logistical flow of Pecan Nuts;
• Ensure maximum market share.
• Proactively identify possible risks and ensure timely action to limit and/or prevent risks
• Responsible for the Vaalharts area, and parts of the Free-state, Douglas and Van der Kloof

• Negotiation
• Planning
• Communication
• Organisational skills
• Good administration skills
• Maintaining Long term relationships

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