BKB is currently seeking experienced and reliable Commission Agent in the areas of Colesburg & Hanover who will be responsible for the marketing of livestock and building of good relationships with clients.  The incumbent will also be responsible for procurement of auctions, out-of-hand-transactions, assisting fellow colleagues at auctions and other ad hoc tasks.  To ensure a positive image of the organisation through professional, effective and innovative services.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE:

Agricultural Diploma/Degree with 3 years’ marketing experience

At least 3 years’ experience in the Livestock environment

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to work independently combined with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong sales, negotiation and communication skills
• Goal orientated
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Good computer literacy
• Decision-making skills
• Must be fully bilingual and conversant in Afrikaans & English
• Valid driver’s license

COMPETENCIES:

• Drive and energy
• Persuasion
• Flexibility
• Initiating action
• Building and maintaining stakeholder relationships
• Impact and influence

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Procurement of livestock for auctions through effective and innovative services
• Sales of livestock
• Ensure constant growth in market share, revenue and profitability
• Procurement, marketing and handling of auctions
• Classing of livestock
• Responsible for effective and efficient logistics and administrative processes
• Gathering of producer information to facilitate effective planning of marketing
• Provide excellent customer services