Job Description

Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town
Salary: Market-related
Industry: Import/ export/ seafood
Contract Type:
Permanent (includes a 6-month probation period clause)
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 08:30 - 13:00
Public Holidays: 08:30 - 13:00
EE status: Preference will be given to EE candidates, in line with the company's Employment Equity Plan.
Job Purpose:
Manage the effective running of the department by achieving set targets without compromising Food Safety or Quality.
Requirements
Qualifications / Skills:
Matric
SAP
Cistech
Experience Needed:
Minimum 5 years FMCG experience
Experience in the Seafood Industry or Food Retail will be an added advantage
Attributes & Competencies:
Good written and verbal communication skills
Honesty, Integrity & Reliability
Strong attention to detail
Problem-solving skills
Self-motivated: Ability to work with little supervision
Willingness to learn
Strong ability to multitask
Openness to change and learning new systems
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise tasks
Good time management and organisational skills
Flexibility due to work demands
Must have own reliable vehicle
Well-presented
Key Responsibilities
Wholesale sales cold calling for new and existing clients to generate new business
Calculating and monitoring gross profit percentages
Staff management and enforcement of company policies and procedures
Tracking inventory movement and expiry dates
Planning and execution of promotional activities
Monthly stock takes, balancing, and management
Internal and 3rd-party purchasing of stock
Ensuring purchase orders match stock received
Daily opening and closing of the shop
Marketing the company brand and products on all social media platforms
Daily till point register cash-ups and balancing
Ensuring daily banking is completed
Ensuring health & safety and food safety regulations are practiced and adhered to within the department

Skills Required