Introduction to the VKB GroupThe 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.Our purposeTouch lives – for the better: We always aim to make a positive impact in people's lives: our employees, producers, clients, communities and the larger industry.
And, through collaboration with this group of people, we strive to make an even bigger and longer lasting impact in the lives of all South Africans.ValuesWe are HUMBLE: We acknowledge that we are blessed.We are HUNGRY: We do not settle for mediocre.We are BOLD: We do what is right, even if it scares us.We are SMART: We consider our words and actions.We are TEAM PLAYERS: No one can do this alone.Our legacyFor the Love of the Land: We do it all for our legacy and the love of nature, people, country, sustainability, and progress.More about QPro FeedsQPro Feeds is a dynamic Animal Feed Manufacturing business with a facility in both Bethlehem and Vrede.
We are responsible for producing animal feed to in-house clients as well as external clients in the monogastric and ruminant fields.Job DescriptionThe ideal team player will control raw material stock levels and manage stock movement.
The continuous monitoring of stock levels (raw materials and additives) and liaison with internal and external suppliers to ensure the timeous delivery of raw materials, keeping in mind lead times, will be the focus of this position.RequirementsGrade 12 (NQF4)At least 5 years proven work experience within the FMCG environmentAnimal Feed mill experience will be advantageousDuties and ResponsibilitiesManagement of staff to ensure that inspections and samples are done according to quality monitoring procedures.Management of all assets under control of the position including buildings, vehicles, and equipment.Co-ordination of the off-loading schedule of Raw Material loads.Booking of all raw material loads on the production system to ensure prompt and effective off-loading of all raw material stock and minimize the turnaround time of each truck that enters the premises.Timeous ordering of stock considering lead times, stock days, and expected sales received from the marketing team.Adherence to FIFO and Stacking and Storage regulations.Manage housekeeping on a world-class level.Continuous liaison with internal and external departments to ensure proper planning and in doing so save costs on raw materials.Manage all fumigation and disinfection protocols of raw materials.Taking ownership of all stock under control of the position in all storage areas where raw materials are stored.Daily stock counts on raw materials and additives to ensure that there are no "out-of-stock" situations and for the important role balancing of stock plays in the quality of final products.Taking control of all used raw material packaging stock ensuring that the company recovers most of the packaging cost being charged for.Proper management of all liquid raw materials and the storage facility it is stored in, ensuring that regular cleanouts are performed.Managing all bunkers and silos on an empty-to-empty basis while ensuring that silos and bunkers are cleaned on a regular basis.Skills RequiredAbility to function independently as well as in a team.Ability to identify and solve problems.Communication skills and good people relations in the workplace.Ability to work under pressure and extended hours.OTHER INFORMATIONThe company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.VKB Group and/or its subsidiary companies will use any personal data collected through the job opportunities section of this website for recruitment purposes only and, should your application be successful, for purposes connected with your employment.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.Things to take note of when applying through our Career Portal:Use Google Chrome when accessing the portal.Clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word.The CV should not have handwriting on the document.
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Only submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver's License and other documents.
The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.When uploading profile picture, make sure the minimum size uploaded is 300 x 300px.
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