Learner Parts Marketer - VKB Mechanisation, Prieska

Introduction to the VKB Group

The VKB Group is an agricultural company providing support to farmers and producing straight-from-the-farm foods for consumers. Apart from its 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 operate across the entire food supply chain, including processing, logistics, storage, handling and national and international market channels.

This "house of brands", established with the support of our farmer shareholders, forms the foundation for building the agribusiness of the future.

More About

VKB Mechanisation is dedicated to supporting the agricultural community with world-class equipment, parts, and technical solutions. We understand that every hour of downtime impacts a farming operation, which is why we focus on delivering reliable parts availability, product expertise, and exceptional customer service. As part of VKB Group, our Mechanisation division plays a vital role in helping farmers remain productive, efficient, and sustainable.

Why this role matters?

As a Learner Parts Marketer, you will be exposed to the exciting world of agricultural mechanisation while building a strong foundation in parts sales, stock management, customer service, and technical product knowledge. This role provides an opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and develop the skills required for a successful long-term career within the agricultural and mechanisation industry.

Why join VKB?

At VKB Group, we believe in growth that is rooted in humility, driven by hunger, guided by smart thinking, made bold by innovation, and strengthened by teamwork.

What success looks like?

• Deliver excellent customer service to farmers and clients.
• Accurately identify and source parts to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain high levels of stock accuracy and availability.
• Build strong relationships with customers through professional service.
• Demonstrate continuous growth in agricultural and parts knowledge.
• Contribute positively to branch sales and operational objectives.
• Maintain high housekeeping and merchandising standards.
• Support the branch team through collaboration and a proactive approach.

Who are we looking for

The ideal candidate is passionate about agriculture, enjoys working with people, has an interest in machinery and technical products, and is eager to develop a long-term career in agricultural parts sales and customer service.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 with Mathematics.
• Valid driver's licence will be advantageous.
• Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans.
• Customer Service Orientation
• Strong willingness to learn and develop within the mechanisation industry.
• Customer-focused attitude and professional appearance.
• Ability to work accurately and pay attention to detail.

Competencies

• Customer Service Orientation
• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Numerical Ability
• Problem Solving
• Planning and Organising
• Initiative and Willingness to Learn
• Accountability and Reliability

Skills Required

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Numerical and administrative accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to identify customer needs and provide suitable solutions.
• Effective stock management and inventory control skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist customers with parts enquiries and sales.
• Learn to identify and source agricultural machinery parts accurately.
• Manage stock effectively, ensuring availability, ordering based on movement
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and binning stock.
• Ensure shelves and displays are clean, organized, and correctly labelled.
• Assist with stock counts and inventory control processes.
• Capture sales orders and quotations under supervision.
• Support workshop and service department parts requirements.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with farmers and clients.
• Learn and understand CASE IH and other agricultural equipment parts catalogues and systems.
• Assist with maintaining a safe and tidy work environment.
• Participate in training and development initiatives
• Stay up to date with agricultural technologies and equipment to serve customers better.
• Point-of-sale process including cash and card transactions.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping of stock and displays.
• Commit to continuous training and growth, both personally and professionally.

Important Information for Applicants

VKB Group reserves the right to close or withdraw any vacancy at its discretion. All personal information submitted through the Career Portal will be used solely for recruitment purposes and, where applicable, for matters related to employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, VKB Group is committed to Employment Equity, transformation, and the inclusion of People with Disabilities. Our recruitment decisions are aligned with the VKB Group Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Strategy.

When applying, please ensure that:

You use Google Chrome to access the Career Portal.

You upload a clear and professional CV in PDF or Word format only.

Your CV does not contain handwritten notes or markings.

Supporting documents such as your ID, driver's licence, certificates, or other documentation are uploaded in the designated sections and not combined with your CV.

Your profile photo meets the minimum size requirement of 300 x 300 pixels.

A Note on Honesty and Integrity

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a screening questionnaire. We strongly encourage all candidates to answer every question honestly and accurately.

At VKB Group, our culture is rooted in the values of being Humble, Hungry, Smart, Bold, and Playing as One Team. We believe in building authentic relationships and making sound decisions based on trust and integrity. Misrepresenting qualifications, experience, competencies, criminal history, or any other information may result in your application being withdrawn or your employment being terminated should discrepancies be identified during verification processes.

We respect your time and ask that you respect ours by providing truthful information throughout the recruitment process. This helps ensure that we focus on candidates who are genuinely aligned with the requirements of the role and the values of our organisation.