Vacancy Details
Employer: Effective Sales and Merchandising
Are you a master of multitasking with a knack for keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Effective Sales and Merchandising is looking for a dynamic Office Administrator and Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to our Directors.
In this role, you aren’t just managing a calendar; you are the backbone of our leadership team, ensuring that our directors can focus on driving growth while you handle the operational "heavy lifting" with precision and wit.
Required Skills
- Data Management: 2 to 3 years
- Microsoft Office: 2 to 3 years
- PA Or Office Administration Role: 2 to 3 years
Candidate Requirements
Key Responsibilities
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Executive Support: Manage complex calendars, schedule high-stakes meetings, and handle domestic/international travel arrangements.
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Office Management: Ensure the daily operations of the office are seamless, from managing supplies and vendors to maintaining a professional office environment.
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Communication Liaison: Act as the first point of contact for the Directors, screening calls, managing emails, and drafting professional correspondence.
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Sales & Merchandising Admin: Assist with the preparation of sales reports, presentation decks, and merchandising briefs.
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Project Coordination: Track deadlines for key deliverables and follow up with internal teams to ensure the Directors’ priorities are met.
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Data Management: Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems, ensuring sensitive company information is kept confidential.
What You Bring to the Table
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Experience: 3+ years in a PA or Office Administration role, preferably within a retail, sales, or merchandising environment.
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Tech Savvy: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with system management or project management tools.
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Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; you can strike the perfect balance between professional and personable.
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Proactive Mindset: You don’t wait for instructions; you anticipate needs before they arise.
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Resilience: The ability to stay calm and focused under pressure in a fast-moving sales environment.
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My Journey
Mitchell's Plain, Cape Town, where I grew up, I never imagined I would be able to accomplish what I have in the last 15 years. I'm not sure how I managed to survive in the midst of gangsterism, drugs, and so many negative influences. I needed to get through all of this without getting sucked into it. Pack n Stack hired me as a merchandiser, which was my first job. I was assigned to Makro Ottery, where I needed to improve my retail knowledge as soon as possible. Long hours, customer centricity, and client expectations are all part of the job. After gaining a better understanding of the function and the industry, I quickly advanced through the ranks: merchandiser, field supervisor, dedicated sales representative, Area Sales Manager, and Regional Sales Manager. PnS recognized my potential and provided me with the opportunity to advance within the company. When our CEO (Glenn Brauns) called to ask me to transfer to Gauteng six years ago, I was filled with mixed emotions, unsure if I would be able to cope in the big city. I realized right away that PnS had helped me get this far, and they would continue to do so. This was the case; since then, I've held positions such as National Account Manager, Commercial General Manager, and Commercial Director for Dedicated Solutions and Retail Support Services. PnS has ensured that our culture is our competitive advantage by creating an environment in which employees can reach their full potential. It's uncommon to find a company that lives up to its values, but PnS does. PnS is a people-oriented company that strives to get the most out of its employees by providing a platform for them to grow not only professionally but also personally. PnS is a company that values people, promotes diversity, and gives all employees a voice in how the company is run.
Clemen Mashonga
Commercial Director for Dedicated Solutions and Retail Support Services.
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