Assistant Branch Manager - VKB Retail, Reitz

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

Looking for your next adventure? Are you a hands on leader who thrives in a fast paced, people focused environment? VKB Retail Reitz is on the hunt for an Assistant Branch Manager who's ready to roll up their sleeves, support the Branch Manager, and make sure the branch hums like a well oiled machine. Step in when the Branch Manager is away, mentor your team, and keep customers smiling - all while driving the branch toward success!

• Grade 12 / NQF 4 (tertiary qualification is a bonus!)
• At least 3 years' experience in agricultural retail
• Passion for adding value by achieving strategic and operational goals
• Strong stock control, merchandising, and warehouse know how
• Experience managing and motivating team members
• Computer skills (MS Office: Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Willingness to work after hours and embrace continuous training
• Cool under pressure, solution oriented, and full of energy

• Financial management - keep the branch profitable and on track
• Stock management - merchandising, ordering, stock levels, claims, and stock takes
• Personnel management - mentor, guide, and inspire your team
• Branch operations - apply NTK policies like a pro
• Customer service - handle queries and complaints with a smile
• Innovation - find creative ways to exceed targets and goals
• Compliance - ensure the branch follows all legislation

• Hungry - always striving to learn, improve, and achieve more
• Bold - confident in decision making and willing to take initiative
• Smart - solutions oriented, sharp, and resourceful
• Play as a Team - collaboration and teamwork are at the heart of what we do
• Humble - grounded, approachable, and ready to grow with others

• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Conflict management
• Business acumen
• Mentoring and coaching
• Problem solving
• Personal resilience
• Relationship building

At VKB, we believe in growing people and communities together. You'll be part of a trusted brand in agricultural retail - where teamwork, innovation, and customer focus drive everything we do. If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.