Branch Marketer- VKB Group x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Branch Marketer – NTK Retail
- Company: VKB Group
- Location: Frankfort, Free State
- Department: Other
- Employment Type: Not specified
- Posted: 16 September 2026
- Closing Date: 22 September 2026
Company Overview
VKB Group is an agricultural company supporting farmers and operating across the food supply chain, including agricultural retail, processing, logistics and market channels. The Group operates regional brands including VKB, GWK and NTK.
Job Overview
VKB Group is looking for a Branch Marketer to support the operations of its NTK Retail branch in Frankfort. The successful candidate will serve as the second-in-charge, assisting the Branch Manager with daily operations and taking responsibility for the branch when the manager is away.
The position combines branch operations, stock management, customer service, sales, administration, staff development and marketing. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced agricultural retail environment and demonstrate strong leadership, sales and problem-solving abilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the day-to-day supervision of branch operations.
- Ensure efficient workflow and compliance with company policies.
- Support the Branch Manager with monitoring sales, expenses and budgets.
- Manage stock ordering, merchandising, stock control and stock takes.
- Handle cashier cash-up processes.
- Manage the animal feed store.
- Perform general administrative duties.
- Manage and control fuel-related responsibilities.
- Assist with staff training and development.
- Provide excellent customer service and resolve customer queries.
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
- Ensure compliance with safety and legislative requirements.
- Drive marketing initiatives and promotional activities.
- Contribute to improving branch sales and overall performance.
- Perform additional ad-hoc duties as required.
- Take charge of branch operations when the Branch Manager is unavailable.
Requirements
- Matric / NQF Level 4.
- A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.
- 2–3 years’ experience in agricultural retail.
- Experience with irrigation systems, including:
- Pump sizing and selection.
- Garden layout design.
- Irrigation layout design.
- Experience in the hardware and construction industry, including:
- Paint mixing.
- Customer service.
- Preparing quotations from building and construction plans.
- Experience with animal health products and veterinary medicine.
- Knowledge of AFCASA and similar products, including:
- Active ingredients.
- Product applications.
- Usage recommendations.
- Code 08 driver’s licence.
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Willingness to work after hours when required.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Strong interpersonal and people skills.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong teamwork abilities.
- Customer-focused approach.
- Sales-driven mindset.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Proactive and willing to take initiative.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
- Leadership and supervisory abilities.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Ability to take ownership and responsibility.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a people-oriented, sales-driven and proactive individual who can balance customer service, staff management and operational responsibilities. Experience across agricultural retail, irrigation, hardware/construction and animal health products will be particularly relevant to this position.
VKB Group looks for individuals who demonstrate its core qualities of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold and Team Players.