Permanent Retail Sales Opportunity at AFGRI Retail
AFGRI Retail is seeking to appoint a Sales Clerk (Retail) on a permanent basis at its Standerton, Mpumalanga branch. This role is ideal for a customer-focused retail professional with experience in direct sales and stock control within an agricultural or horticultural environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient sales execution, accurate stock handling, and high levels of customer service in line with AFGRI Retail standards.
About the Role
The Sales Clerk (Retail) will play a key role in branch operations by assisting walk-in customers, promoting additional products, and ensuring stock is correctly received, priced, and controlled. The position requires strong customer interaction skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage stock effectively to support daily retail operations.
Key Responsibilities
Sales and Customer Service
The successful candidate will ensure efficient and professional customer service to all walk-in clients at the branch. This includes assisting customers with product selection and ensuring that they are informed of additional or complementary products to enhance overall sales.
Strong customer awareness and service delivery are essential to maintaining positive client relationships and driving branch performance.
Stock Control and Inventory Management
The Sales Clerk will monitor stock levels and ensure that stock is ordered timeously from suppliers or through procurement channels. Responsibilities include receiving stock from the receiving department, verifying correct quantities, and ensuring accurate pricing of all items.
The role also requires conducting daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts to maintain accurate inventory records and minimise discrepancies.
Product Knowledge and Operational Support
A sound understanding of AFGRI Retail’s product range is required, including irrigation knowledge, which forms an important part of this role. The Sales Clerk must operate in line with company policies and procedures while supporting smooth branch operations through accurate administration and stock handling.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:
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Grade 12
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a direct sales environment
Technical Knowledge and Competencies
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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Good knowledge of AFGRI Retail’s product range
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Computer literacy
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Strong customer service skills
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Understanding of policies and procedures
Behavioural Competencies
Successful candidates should display:
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Good interpersonal skills
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Business acumen
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Strong customer awareness
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Effective time management
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Accountability
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Commitment to self-development
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Conceptual and problem-solving ability
Employment Details
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Position Type: Permanent
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Location: Standerton, Mpumalanga
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Industry: Horticulture / Agriculture
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Positions Available: 1
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Reference Number: AO-2197
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Posted Date: 16 January 2026
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Closing Date: 30 January 2026
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Candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not heard from AFGRI within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
Applications can be submitted via the vacancy listing below:
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Important Information
The filling of this position will be aligned with AFGRI’s Employment Equity Policy. Personal information submitted during the application process will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013 (POPIA). Further details are available in the HR Processing Notice on the AFGRI Group website.
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