R&D Administrator

At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air Fi'kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer centric excellence.

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

We have an incredible opportunity for a R&D Administrator at I&J in Woodstock, Cape Town. In this role, you will provide structured administrative systems and documentation support to the Research & Development function. In this you will need to ensure accurate processing of purchase orders, reservations, goods received documentation, specifications, and records.

• Reports to: Senior Research and Development Manager

• Manage end to end purchase order processing and goods receiving (GRV) ensuring accuracy, timely execution and zero discrepancies.
• Handle reservation requests, ensuring all allocations are processed accurately and completed without errors.
• Support GRV processes and technical implementation activities, contributing to efficient operations and reduced rejections.
• Oversee specification issuing and control, ensuring all specifications are current, accurate and properly approved and recorded.
• Maintain documentation and records management systems, ensuring all files are complete, traceable and audit ready.
• Provide ordering and stock support, ensuring required items are procured on time to meet project and trial needs.
• Administer systems and data including SAP and shared drives, ensuring accurate data capture, integrity and ongoing maintenance.
• R&D new vendor onboarding and registration.
• Couriering of samples and packaging item.

Experience that set you up for success:

• Minimum 1-2 years Administrative experience
• Solid SAP experience

• Completed Grade 12 / Matric
• The ideal candidate will hold a Diploma or Certificate in Administration, Supply Chain or Finance

• MS Office experience
• Attention to detail

Join us to shape the future of South African seafood while making a meaningful impact on communities and the environment and be part of a team committed to excellence and making a positive impact.