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Bulk Online Administrator

Head Office – Westville

Department: Commercial / Buying

Location: Head Office, Westville

About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical and highly organised Bulk Online Administrator to join our Commercial team at our Head Office in Westville.

The successful candidate will provide direct commercial, administrative and analytical support to the Bulk Online Manager/HOD, ensuring accurate information, effective administration and timely reporting to support sound commercial decision-making.

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this role is to provide direct commercial and analytical support to the Bulk Online Manager/HOD. This includes managing key administrative activities, maintaining accurate master data, supporting supplier and stakeholder communication, analysing commercial information and preparing reports and insights to assist with business and trading decisions.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• A BCom degree and/or equivalent analytical qualification would be advantageous.
• Up to 3 years' experience in wholesale and retail analytics and/or administration.
• Strong mathematical and analytical ability.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Advanced Excel.
• Experience with data analytics would be advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Key Competencies

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Strong attention to detail
• Analytical and numerical reasoning
• Problem-solving ability
• Excellent planning and organisation
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Teamwork and organisational awareness
• Flexibility
• A strong focus on quality and excellence
• Business and commercial insight
• Financial acumen

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative support to the Bulk Online Manager/HOD.
• Manage diaries and coordinate internal and external meetings.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for supplier meetings.
• Capture and monitor deals, claims and sales team orders.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Bulk Online master data.
• Assist with policies, processes and administrative controls.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and traders.
• Conduct financial, supplier, category and promotional analysis.
• Monitor category and supplier performance and identify trends and opportunities.
• Conduct competitor and price analysis to support commercial decisions.
• Compile promotional spreadsheets, costings, deals, proposed selling prices and profitability information.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports and presentations for management.
• Provide insights and feedback based on data and analysis.
• Assist with additional administrative and analytical requirements as needed.