Storeperson & Cash Sales - Mkushi, Zambia

About the Unit

We at Yara Fertilizer Zambia Limited are part of a global network committed to contributing to a nature positive food future. As equal opportunities, diversity, equity, and inclusion principles are extremely important to us, applications from Female candidates and People Living with Disabilities that are resident in the Mkushi Farming Block of Zambia and that meet the specified requirements, will be favourably considered.

Prerequisite

Assume responsibility for lawful and ethical commercial business processes in accordance with Yara best practices and policy compliance; HESQ and Ethics and Compliance.

Adopt, enact, and instil the Yara Mission of contributing to a nature positive food future and Leadership Behaviours; Live the Strategy, Be the Change, Explore & Adapt, Build Trust, Learn & Grow with Yara Values; Ambition, Collaboration, Curiosity and Accountability observed amongst internal and external stakeholders.

Profile

Yara Fertilizer Zambia Limited is looking to fill the permanent position of Storeperson & Cash Sales:

Area of responsibility: Mkushi Warehouse.

Living location: Mkushi Farming Block, Zambia.

Working conditions: Remote with limited transport and accommodation opportunities within 5km radius.

Reporting to: Supply Chain & Operation Manager.

Indirect reporting line: Crop Scientist (North).

Responsibilities

To undertake the day-to-day activities at the Mkushi Warehouse, as directed by the Supply Chain & Operations Manager and guided by the Crop Scientist (North).

Stock Receipt, Dispatch and Counting To monitor and record the receipt and dispatch of stock and participate in periodic physical inventory counts thereby contributing to efficient product distribution and accurate stock control processes.

Facility Administration and Supervision To undertake the administrative requirements of the Mkushi Warehouse and contribute to the efficient and appropriate utilisation of company resources.

Seasonal / Casual Staff Administration To oversee the seasonal / casual Staff administration by liaising with, monitoring and recording the workload undertaken by casual staff and ensuring casual staff adhere and uphold the YARA working culture and policies.

Visitor liaison and direct Sales To receive and attend to walk in customer enquiries and queries and efficiently offer approved payment option information whilst maintaining records with zero or justifiable discrepancies.

Reporting Contribute to the availability of data for periodic records.

Stakeholder Management

Represent the Supply Chain & Operations and Commercial Department within the designated work location by undertaking ways of working and instructions in a diligent and honest manner.

Competencies and Business Expertise

Operations & Supply, Product storage and HESQ processes.

Good understanding of the procedure to pay process and ability to perform reconciliations.

Computer literacy and competent navigation of Microsoft Office software, email, internet and exposure to and knowledge of SAP an advantage.

Problem Solving and Interpersonal Skills

Contribution to solutions for the day-to-day challenges at warehouse level.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, recommend and undertake instructed corrective actions and continuous improvements efforts within own work environment.

Ability to understand instructions for accurate execution.

Ability to communicate well and maintain good relationships with staff and customers.

Strong administrative skills, accuracy and attention to detail essential

Qualifications and Experience

Secondary School certificate

1 to 2 years work experience in a similar role with previous exposure to operations and supply computerised systems required.

Apply no later than 06 May 2024

All candidates must complete the online application questions and meet the minimum requirements to be considered.

Should Yara not correspond with you directly before 31 May 2024, the company thanks you in advance for your submission but regrets that you will not be considered for the position.