Assistant Grain Operations & Inventory Specialist - VKB Grain, Reitz Head Office

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight‑from‑the‑farm foods for consumers. Apart from 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.

The Assistant Grain Operations & Inventory Specialist supports the efficient handling, storage, movement, and tracking of grain stock. The role focuses on operational support, inventory control, quality compliance, and accurate recordkeeping to ensure optimal grain operations and minimal stock losses.

The Assistant Grain Operations & Inventory Specialist works closely with operations, logistics, and quality teams to assist in daily grain handling activities and inventory management. This role ensures accurate stock records, supports receiving and dispatch processes, and helps maintain safety, quality, and operational standards within grain storage and handling facilities.

Grain Operations Support

• Monitor grain movement and ensure correct handling procedures are followed on various sites to limit risk and audit procedures.
• Support quality checks with regards to grain grading and sampling in accordance with industry standards.

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records for grain stock, including quantities, locations, and movements.
• Conduct regular stock counts and assist with reconciliations.
• Report discrepancies, losses, or quality issues to the relevant supervisor.
• Update inventory systems and ensure documentation is complete and accurate.

Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with food safety, quality, and storage standards.
• Support audits and inspections by ensuring records and procedures are up to date.

Administrative Support

• Prepare and file operational reports, stock records, and delivery documentation.
• Maintain accurate records related to grain intake, dispatch, and storage.
• Communicate effectively with operations, logistics, and management teams.

• Grade 12 / Matric (required).
• Diploma or certificate in Agriculture, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field (advantageous).
• 3-5 years’ experience in grain operations, inventory control, warehousing, or agricultural operations.
• Experience working in a grain storage environment with stock management or inventory systems (advantageous).

• Basic understanding of grain handling, storage, and quality principles.
• Strong numerical and recordkeeping skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work in a team and follow operational procedures.
• Basic computer literacy (Excel, inventory or ERP systems).
• Ability to work in an operational/industrial environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours during peak seasons.
• Physically fit to assist with operational tasks when required.

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