Lusaka, ZM
Storeperson & Cash Sales - Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia
We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.
About the Unit
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 Kapiri Mposhi, 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: Kapiri Mposhi warehouse facility.
Living location: Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia.
Working conditions: Town based.
Reporting to: Supply Chain & Operation Manager.
Indirect reporting line: Crop Scientist (North).
Responsibilities
To undertake the day-to-day activities at the Kapiri Mposhi warehouse facility, 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 Kapiri Mposhi warehouse facility and contribute to the efficient and appropriate utilisation of company resources.
Seasonal Staff Administration To coordinate seasonal staff by liaising with, monitoring and recording the workload undertaken and ensuring adherence to the YARA working culture and policies.
Customer 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 and recordkeeping.
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 processes.
Product storage & Warehouse operations.
Health and Safety processes specific to Warehouse administration.
Ability to perform stock reconciliations.
Computer literacy and competent navigation of Microsoft Office software, and in particular Excel
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 seasonal staff and customers.
Strong administrative skills, accuracy and attention to detail essential.
Self-Motivated and disciplined to undertake activities without minimum supervision
Honest
Qualifications and Experience
Secondary School Certificate
A certificate in storekeeping /warehouse /administration being an added advantage
2 to 3 years work experience in a similar role
Apply no later than 24 July 2025
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 July 2025, the company thanks you in advance for your submission but regrets that you will not be considered for the position.
Yara Fertilizer Zambia Limited
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