Sales/Buying Administrator

About the role

This is a permanent Sales/Buying Administrator position supporting a demanding scrap metal buying and sales team. The role suits someone with extensive administrative experience who can handle a large, high-volume workload in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment with a strong customer service focus. It reports to the Divisional Director.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a high-volume administrative role
• Experience in a fast-paced, sales and customer service environment
• Grade 12 or equivalent; a university degree or other relevant tertiary qualification is recommended
• Proven reliability and consistent attendance
• Own reliable transport
• Willingness to work overtime as required

Required skills

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including large datasets, formulas and basic reconciliations
• High accuracy in data capture and reporting
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Pastel, Syspro) is advantageous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What we offer

• Provident fund
• Life cover at 4x annual salary and funeral cover
• Medical aid hospital plan with Discovery Health
• 15 paid leave days per year and long service leave after five years
• Standard hours 07h30-17h00 Monday to Thursday, 07h30-16h00 Friday, with possible overtime