Commercial Assistant, Durbanville

Established in 1943 and based in Durbanville – Cape Town, Kallos Group specializes in delivering effective route-to-market solutions. The company procures and distributes fresh fruit from growers to clients on a global scale. Most of their exports go to the critical markets in Africa, but they also distribute to Europe, Russia, Asia, Middle & Near East as well as selected Far East destinations.

The above-mentioned position is currently available for an energetic person to join the company's Commercial Department. The successful incumbent will provide a support service to the allocated Trading Desk(s) and execute administrative and logistical requirements needed to ensure timeous and accurate delivery of products to the client.

Key Performance Areas:

• Arrange shipment of orders
• Generate purchase orders on the system as directed by the Traders
• Book and confirm shipments with the freight forwarder giving all the necessary detail
• Hand over necessary information to Finance for invoicing
• Continually follow up and communicate with clients, Traders and freight forwarders
• Initiate & coordinate claims process

Requirements:

• Minimum Matric
• Relevant Logistics / Freight Forwarding degree / diploma will strengthen the application
• Previous experience (3-5 years) in logistics, sales administration, freight forwarding and claims procedures in the fruit export industry
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Above average computer skills (MS Office and shipping programs such as QX)
• Accuracy & attention to detail
• Numerical skills
• Excellent communication (English & Afrikaans) and interpersonal skills with people on all levels
• Ability to function well under pressure and prioritise tasks
• Experience in the development of policies and protocols
• Driver's licence

The company offers market related remuneration and benefits, based on the successful applicant's experience and qualifications.