AFGRI is recruiting for two Temporary Contract Administrator Forwarding positions based in Centurion, Gauteng. This opportunity is ideal for experienced contract administration professionals who have worked within the agricultural industry and are looking to join a well-established organization that supports South Africa’s grain and agricultural value chain.
The successful candidates will play an important role in ensuring the smooth administration of grain contracts, accurate load reconciliation, timely invoicing, and effective coordination between logistics, traders, transporters, and silo operators. The position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
If you have previous experience in contract administration and enjoy working with data, transport documentation, and operational processes, this could be an excellent opportunity to further your career.
Position Details
- Position: Temporary Contract Administrator Forwarding (X2)
- Location: Centurion, Gauteng
- Company: AFGRI
- Job Level: Skilled
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Salary: Market Related
- Employment Equity: Applicable
About the Role
As a Temporary Contract Administrator Forwarding, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining contract information while ensuring that deliveries, transport records, and grain movements are accurately captured and reconciled. You will work closely with various internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure contracts are processed efficiently and that invoicing and payment processes are completed without unnecessary delays.
The position requires someone who can work with precision while handling multiple responsibilities involving logistics coordination, contract monitoring, transport documentation, and system administration.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
- Monitoring contract deliveries using operational reports.
- Tracking grain movement from loading to delivery destinations.
- Capturing delivery information into the AGRIS system.
- Reconciling transport loads between collection and delivery points.
- Matching purchase and sales contracts accurately.
- Recording direct delivery transactions.
- Identifying discrepancies in deliveries and reporting any irregularities.
- Investigating stock quantity or quality differences.
- Assisting with transport-related claims where necessary.
- Ensuring contracts are balanced and finalized correctly.
- Updating contract information when delivery periods require adjustments.
- Resolving invoicing and transport-related queries promptly.
- Supporting administrative teams with transport documentation.
- Preparing documentation required for outstanding client accounts.
- Monitoring integrations within operational systems.
- Coordinating delivery schedules with traders and logistics personnel.
- Preparing contract documentation before deliveries commence.
- Ensuring transport information is captured accurately for payment processing.
- Maintaining accurate transporter records and freight information.
- Performing additional administrative duties required to support efficient contract management.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Between two and five years of contract administration experience.
- Previous experience within the agricultural environment.
- Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
- Understanding of agricultural grain operations.
- Knowledge of the AGRIS system will be advantageous.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Skills and Competencies
AFGRI is looking for individuals who can demonstrate:
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong accuracy when processing information.
- Good analytical thinking.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Accountability and ownership of responsibilities.
- Good interpersonal communication.
- Confidence when handling operational issues.
- Flexibility and willingness to learn.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- Strong organizational abilities.
- Ability to prioritize workloads effectively.
- Commitment to delivering quality work within required deadlines.
Why Join AFGRI?
AFGRI is recognized as one of South Africa’s leading agricultural service providers, supporting farmers and agribusinesses across various sectors. Employees have the opportunity to work in a professional environment where operational excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement are highly valued.
Working within the forwarding administration team offers valuable exposure to agricultural logistics, grain contract management, transport administration, and commercial operations. It is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to expand their experience within the agricultural supply chain.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who:
- Have experience in contract administration.
- Enjoy working with operational systems and data.
- Have experience in logistics or agricultural administration.
- Can manage multiple deadlines effectively.
- Work well with detailed documentation.
- Are comfortable communicating with various stakeholders.
- Thrive in structured administrative environments.
- Want to build a long-term career within the agricultural industry.
Application Process
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to submit their application together with an updated CV and any supporting qualifications requested by the employer. Ensure that all information provided is accurate and up to date before submitting your application.
Only candidates who satisfy the required qualifications and experience are likely to be considered during the recruitment process.
Joining AFGRI provides an opportunity to contribute to an important sector of South Africa’s economy while developing valuable experience in agricultural contract administration, logistics coordination, and commercial operations. If you possess strong administrative abilities, excellent attention to detail, and experience within the agricultural environment, this position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your professional career.