Jobs In South Africa

Job Region: Gauteng

  • Technical Sales Representative (Agricultural Veg Seeds)

    Job Description

    Role purpose

    Accelerate product introduction, promotion and demand creation for both new and existing VEG SEED varieties to boost the sales through the network of commercial partners
    Organize Demo and Development trials for customers and promote the varieties during the customer visits
    Support the work of the Marketing & Sales CU teams by providing them with enough technical information on the product behaviour and performance to help them in the product positioning and sales
    Visit some SADC countries to support with technical backup

    Accountabilities

    Generate customer demand for VEG seeds relevant to the assigned geography of responsibility to support our Distributor Sales Reps in together achieving or exceeding Syngenta sales VEG SEED targets
    Ensure demo field trials are executed and visited by customers for 6.2 and 7 varieties in alignment with campaign plans
    Provides feedback from Demo and Development trials and register them in EZ Capture system and create reports
    Manage the performance of PLC 6.1 trials and accompany the Product Specialist during regular visits
    Support NPI launches, execute the campaigns by delivering the key messages and promo materials to customers
    Be the technical reference for the assigned VEG crops: provide technical support on varieties to customers and CU sales team + Marketing operations (trial visits, presentation, technical document)
    Collect market/competitor information and information on varieties performance and provide them to Product Specialists
    Closely follow market trends and grower potentials and record info on Salesforce
    Identifies customer needs and will identify resources to ensure successful outcome
    Handle the technical side of the customers complaints
    Ad-hoc participation in local pre-HPC and key member of the respective local crop unit
    Provides technical training & development to our Sales Reps, seed dealers and other relevant channel partners
    Key interfaces: PSs, Sales Reps, Marketing operations, KAM, Trialing officers

    Qualifications

    Knowledge, Experience & Capabilities

    Critical Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy or equivalent
    Minimum 5 years experience in similar role
    Strong agronomic and sales experience in VEG
    Marketing experience could be a plus

    Critical Knowledge And Skills

    Knowledge of all VEG SEED crops
    Good knowledge of the Vegetables Seeds market and customer needs
    Understand customer needs
    Understand market dynamics and competitive environment
    Strong agronomic seeds background & experience
    Deep understanding of product behavior and performance
    Very good communication and presentation skills
    Good sales influence skills
    Develop/deliver innovative, customer-driven offers
    Create strong, distinctive crop campaigns

    Critical success factors & key challenges

    Customer-Focused: Timely responds to requests for information, customer needs and resolving problems. Ensure that words and actions are consistent with all our stakeholders and keeping to our commitments. Ability to work under pressure.
    Innovative: Anticipate challenges and opportunities and agility to meet customer demands, adapt to changes and challenge the status quo. View situations from multiple perspectives & determine whether action is needed. Willingness to learn and take on challenges.
    Decisive: Problem solving skills and ability to make timely and well thought out recommendations, supported by proper underlying data and analysis, and swiftly executive/ implement decisions.
    Communicative: Ability to use effective and efficient communication tools for all audiences; establishes structure and clarity of both verbal & written messages. Ability to work equally well as part of a team and individually.
    Trusted: Meets all work commitments and follows through in a responsible and reliable manner; professionally and confidentially handles sensitive information, being well disciplined.
    Team-Oriented: Works well across all Business Units and functions; values input from others; enthusiastic, forward looking team player. Demonstrate personal commitment to the team. Listen to and fully involve others in team decisions and actions.
    Results-Oriented: Critical and systematic thinking to establish appropriate measures of progress and evaluation of results. Utilise agreed standards and processes.

    Apply via company website ( https://www.syngenta.co.za ) or

    www.linkedin.com

     

  • Bench Technician – Pretoria

    Position Description:

    The Bench Tech is required to support all IPC & PAC technical functions in the Gauteng region.  This will include but not limited to Servicing, Fault-finding/troubleshooting & Repairs on all IPC & PAC systems. Maintaining strong customer relations is essential during service intervals and repairs conducted at customer facilities. A High efficiency is required in turnaround times and in completing services & repairs to improve on customer satisfaction and maximize customer retention.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirement list below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
    Service & repair IPC & PAC equipment to full working capacity.
    Schedule and attend onsite customer services and repairs
    Fill in and complete job cards for any service repairs, warranties completed
    Prepare and regularly track service intervals for IPC  & PAC systems  
    Accurately diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues in a timeous manner.
    Plan trips to outline areas to service equipment and attend to service related queries.
    Maintain high levels of service and technical support to all customers
    Fill out service certifications for equipment serviced
    Ensure software calibrations are updated with latest  versions 
    Maintain adequate stock control management for planned repairs and services.
    Complete warranty repairs and provide inspection reports to QRC
    Complete field actions or as required by the quality team
    Maintain and follow up on warranty processors and procedures for all intended repairs.
    Assist with queries at hospitals and customer sites.
    Maintain good customer relationships
    Complete daily activity &  reports on a daily basis or as required by supervisor 
    Maintain company vehicle in good condition.
    Keep records on vehicle mileage and route planners
    Adhere to safety protocols and quality standards on all Arjo products.

    Qualification (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

    To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

    Must be available to work night shift
    Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent.
    Relevant tertiary qualification will be an advantage.
    Strong electronic & technical mindset.
    Basic computer literacy skills in MS Excel and Outlook.
    Valid driver’s license (Code 08/EB)
    Minimum experience in driving company vehicle of at least 2 years.
    Ability to work independently. Excellent time management skills.
    Excellent communication skills.
    Understanding of Arjo products will be an advantage
    Attention to detail.
    Customer Service Orientated.
    Organized.  
    Must be available to work overtime on adhoc basis
    Must be available to travel nationally when needed or required.

    Skills and Attributes

    Energetic
    Team worker & player
    Excellent time management skills
    Solid business acumen
    Planning and prioritizing of tasks
    Adhere to deadlines, policies & procedures
    Punctual

    Apply via company website ( ) or

    jobs.arjo.com

     

  • Experienced Auditor (JHB Illovo) Wellness and Culture Specialist (JHB Illovo) Senior Internal Auditor (JHB Illovo) Audit Supervisor (Port Elizabeth)

    Purpose of the role:

    The Experienced Auditor’s role is to execute risk-based audits in accordance with the firm’s audit methodology. The candidate would be reporting to an Audit Senior and/or Audit Manager/Audit Partner and would be responsible for conducting an audit from planning through to completion.  The Experienced Auditor would be responsible for the audit team and execution.  This role is required to execute audit procedures and/or review the work of junior personnel, as well as developing their skills and providing training and support.

    Key responsibilities:

    An Experienced Auditor will be expected to carry out any or all of the following tasks:

    Identify risk matters to the business
    Schedule, plan and complete risk-based audits
    Report and present findings to the business, making recommendations for solutions and improvements to policies/procedures
    Understand the commercial objectives of the business and the impact made by the audit
    Liaise with client Finance Officers
    Ensure the business complies with all relevant internal requirements, industry regulations and government legislation
    Lead, manage and develop the team of junior auditors
    Assist with other audit matters and projects
    Audit execution

    Requirements:

    Passed CTA or a relevant B. Comm Financial degree

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    Apply via company website ( https://www.bdo.co.za/en-za/home ) or

     

  • Girls Prep Sports Coach Head of Middle School

    Duties (not an exhaustive list):

    Teach various Grades Physical Education lessons as per the academic timetable
    Assist with all Sports Demonstrations and Sporting Events
    Involvement with the Senior Prep Sports Programme – coaching and officiating (weekdays and weekends)
    Engage and inspire girls, encouraging a love of physical activity and sportsmanship
    Coach and umpire as appropriate

    Requirements

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    Matric
    Level 1 certification any of the sports offered by St Peter’s would be advantageous
    3 years of physical education teaching experience working with children aged 5-13
    Experience in coaching and officiating several different sporting codes – Netball/ Hockey/ Basketball
    Accredited swimming qualification (LTS)
    Must be a proficient swimmer
    Own transport would be advantageous 

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    Apply via company website ( N / A ) or

     

  • Network Administrator

    Position Overview:

    We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Administrator to join our IT department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuring, maintaining, and supporting our IT infrastructure, with a focus on servers maintainance, Windows environments, and server hardware. The role also requires strong network knowledge and experience in desktop support, including hardware, software, and peripherals. The candidate must be willing to work after hours when required.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot physical and virtual (HyperV) server environments.
    Manage and support Windows desktop and server environments, ensuring optimal performance.
    Administer and troubleshoot server hardware, including installation and upgrades.
    Provide desktop hardware and software support to end-users, including printers and other peripherals.
    Configure and maintain Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
    Maintain and monitor network systems, ensuring stability and security.
    Manage TCP/IP configurations, VPN setups, and cable management.
    Assist with network firewall configuration and maintenance.
    Provide support for MS SQL databases.
    Manage backup software.
    Manage anti-virus software.
    Perform backups, system upgrades, and patch management as required.

    Required Skills & Experience:

    Strong knowledge of Windows desktop and server environments.
    Experience with HyperV configuration and maintenance.
    Familiarity with server hardware (installations, upgrades, troubleshooting).
    Experience supporting desktop hardware and software, printers, and peripherals.
    Network knowledge, including TCP/IP, VPN, and cable management.
    Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
    Knowledge of network security and firewalls (beneficial).
    Experience with MS SQL (beneficial).
    Knowledge of backup software, such as VEEAM (beneficial).
    Willingness to work after hours when required.

    Qualifications:

    A+ certification (required).
    Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE) are beneficial.
    Relevant networking certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+).
    Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
    Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
    Excellent communication and customer service skills.

    Apply via company website ( N / A ) or

    www.linkedin.com

     

  • Telesales Agent

    This is a full-time on-site role for a Telesales Agent located in the City of Johannesburg. The Telesales Agent will be responsible for making outbound calls to potential customers, promoting and selling health insurance products, and achieving sales targets. Additionally, the Telesales Agent will handle customer inquiries, provide information on products, and maintain customer satisfaction.

    Qualifications

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Strong sales and negotiation abilities
    Customer service orientation and problem-solving skills
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet sales targets
    Experience in telesales or a similar role preferred
    Knowledge of health insurance products and industry regulations is a plus
    Matric certificate or equivalent required

    Apply via company website ( http://www.affinityhealth.co.za/ ) or

    www.linkedin.com

     

  • Vet Practice Business Development Consultant

    Your mission, should you choose to accept it.

    Build an insurance commercial Vet practice base by across South Africa:
    Prospecting for new Vets via face-to-face appointments at the Vet Practices.
    Develop and maintain a great relationship with our specialist Pet insurance business development team to obtain hot leads.
    Conduct a business insurance needs analysis per Vet practice.
    Offering Vet practices, the specialist Dotsure Vetsure product.
    Managing the number of calls, appointments, quotes, and policy targets as put in place by management.
    Keeping your sales pipeline full through continuous prospecting.
    Meeting targets as set by management.
    Continuous self-development.
    Keep your delegated report up to date and accurate.

    Education, Experience, and other Requirements

    Fluent in English and have a minimum of a matric certificate.
    A motivated self-starter with at least 1 year of sales experience (insurance experience is a plus but not mandatory).
    Willing to travel out of town to meet with various Vet practices across the country.
    Organized, with excellent presentation and communication skills.
    Goal-driven, accountable, and able to work independently while thriving in a team environment.
    Hold a valid driver’s license with access to your own transport.
    Must be able to demonstrate a track record of sales success.

    Apply via company website ( N / A ) or

    badgerholdings.mcidirecthire.com

     

  • Order Handler & Logisitcs Coordinator

    The position requires teamwork between internal and external sales teams with the aim to enhance overall Customer experience.

    Key Tasks:

    Own, Execute and Manage the order processes (order to Invoice) via ERP System (iScala).
    Place orders to internal factories and external suppliers.
    Order Booking in ERP system, receiving acknowledgment from factory and providing order acknowledgment to customers.
    Follow up & co-ordinate to ensure delivery is done in line with the incoterms, delivery time and agreed costs.
    Timely escalation and resolution of issues arising during order handling process.
    Handle Import, export documentations and logistics requirements.
    Order backlog and goods movement inventory follow up.
    Timely Invoicing once delivery obligations are met.
    Ensure customer is always informed on the order status and respond to customer queries promptly.
    Ensure compliance to standard business processes throughout order execution process.
    Develop intra organizational network to ensure smooth and timely execution of customer orders.
    Effectively communicate with factories, suppliers, and other stake holders within and outside the organization
    Should be able to work under pressure collaborate with different stake holders and prioritize customer needs according to changing business objectives.
    Owner of internal compliance process Reviewing customer’s Purchase order and our offer to check and find if any gap or non-compliance.
    Being the single point of contact to the Customer and accomplishing the business goals in terms of cost, time & quality taking support from internal stake holders.
    Updating BU managers about order status on monthly basis and highlighting issues like -payments and delays and to customer as well.
    Invoicing and submission of supporting documents as per PO requirements
    Handling Logistics / order administration – Review and finalization of shipping documents.
    Preparation and submission of Letter of credit documents.

    Who you are: 

    You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to easily network in an international and cross-cultural environment.
    You are a solution-driven, task and result-oriented person with a strong customer mindset.
    A focus on continuous improvement is in your DNA.
    Excellent communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills are essential, as you will be working closely with business stakeholders within and outside the organization.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, prioritize, make quick decisions, collaborate to make things happen and enjoy working towards deadlines.

    Workplace & Hierarchy

    The position is based in South Africa Johannesburg reports to the Team Leader,
    Customer Excellence, Marine Division, MEA Region.

    Competencies/ Profile

    Strong customer service orientation and sense of urgency
    Savvy in using digital tools and data interpretation
    Self-Organized.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to express ideas clearly both in written and verbal formats.
    Organized, methodical and ability to solve problems.
    Proactive and has courage to deliver good or bad news.
    Knowledge of order management, order execution & document control.
    Strong attention to detail and follow-up skillset.
    Good Experience in ERP
    Commercial /Incoterms knowledge.
    Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
    Ability and open to learn new things and adaptive to new requirements.
    Ability to work as part of a team.
    Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Email systems, specifically strong excel skills.

    Qualifications & experience:

    A Bachelor’s degree.
    The ideal candidate will have minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role or in industrial equipment manufacturing company.

    Apply via company website ( ) or

    career.alfalaval.com

     

  • Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Officer (Chemical Industry)

    About the job

    Ecolab is looking a an experienced SHEQ Officer with extensive knowledge in the chemical industry. This senior role will add critical support to the Supply Chain team. The successful incumbent will based at our plant in Johannesburg. You will need to show extensive experience in the Chemical space and have great knowledge on handling hazardous substances. 
    Performs work in select areas of environmental, health and safety disciplines to achieve compliance with the organization’s SHE standards and with federal and state regulatory requirements. Participates in the implementation and maintenance of programs, systems and procedures necessary to ensure the overall safety and health of employees and the community. Monitors and prevents chemical, physical and biological hazards and diseases that could be present in the work area. Investigates accidents, injuries, and complaints concerning hazards or uncomfortable conditions in the work place. Recommends improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment, to minimize the hazardous potential. May assist in developing/ delivering employee training, emergency preparedness and quality assurance programs.

    Requirements:

    Education/Work Experience: Degree in occupational safety, environmental, health, or a related field.
    5-7 Years experience.
    Independence level/Reports to:Works under limited supervision. Normally reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

    Job Characteristics: 

    Performs work in select areas of environmental, health and safety disciplines to achieve compliance with the organization’s SHE standards and with federal and state regulatory requirements. Participates in the implementation and maintenance of programs, systems and procedures necessary to ensure the overall safety and health of employees and the community. Monitors and prevents chemical, physical and biological hazards and diseases that could be present in the work area. Investigates accidents, injuries, and complaints concerning hazards or uncomfortable conditions in the workplace. Recommends improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operating equipment, to minimize the hazardous potential. May assist in developing/ delivering employee training, emergency preparedness and quality assurance programs.

    Duties:

    Participate in required safety related activities
    Any general duties required from Management
    Comply within the responsibilities as a safety officer in all safety related matters
    Comply with responsibilities as stated in the Incident Investigation 9(2) appointment
    Comply with responsibilities as stated in the Risk Assessor 9(1) appointment
    Comply with responsibilities as stated in the Safety Officer 8(5) appointment
    Participate in required safety related activities
    Any general duties required from Management
    Comply within the responsibilities as a SHE co-ordinator of the Ecolab site in all safety related matters
    Where it is not possible to remove any remaining hazards/s you are to inform employees thereof and what precautionary action is to be taken
    Review of contractor SHE Plan, task specific risk assessments, mini risk assessments
    Perform monthly inspections of office area housekeeping and laydown areas.
    Assist SHEQ Manager with requests as deemed necessary
    Ensure HSE meetings are held on a daily basis at the work area and the results recorded
    Ensure the implementation with the Company System Procedures for Health and Safety
    Daily feedback to Manager regarding inspections/deviations
    Perform daily inspection on site
    Ensure HSE Files are up to date and all relevant information is filed it is correctly.
    Conduct SHE compliance audits
    Provide visible and continuous focus on behavioural safety

    Apply via company website ( http://www.ecolab.com ) or

    www.linkedin.com

     

  • MI Analyst Sales Manager Outbound

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Insights and Reporting

    Contribute to the design and creation of reporting templates and models for operations, technical and financial etc. Lead execution of complex reports, identifying and interpreting complex patterns and trends, and translating those insights into actionable recommendations to key stakeholders to make informed decisions.

    Data Collection and Analysis

    Conduct research using primary data sources and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.

    Stakeholder Engagement

    Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent, accurate, aligned and valid data is available.
    Identify reporting needs with the relevant role players.
    Act as the SME and manage all engagement and delivery in collaboration with the data science team.

    Application Software Development

    Contribute to development of existing and new applications by analysing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Contribute to development of new applications to meet internal customer requirements.

    Personal Capability Building

    Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education and trends.

    Data Management

    Use data management systems to deliver prescribed outcomes with guidance from specialist colleagues. This includes being responsible for operating key elements of the system.

    Database Specifications

    Provide information and comments on suitability during approval process for database specifications to ensure all agreed standards and protocols are followed and data integrity is preserved.

    EDUCATION General Education

    Grade 12/ SAQA Accredited Equivalent (Essential)
    Diploma in Statistics/Business Information (Advantageous)

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    Apply via company website ( www.nfosa.co.za ) or