Receptionist

Puratos

  • Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
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DO YOU HAVE THE APPITITE TO GROW YOUR MAGIC?Consumers everywhere are increasingly conscious of the quality of the food they eat. Puratos develops, produces, and distributes a unique range of ingredients for bakers, pastry-chefs and chocolatiers who demand the very highest quality.Founded in Belgium in 1919, From humble beginnings to worldwide success, join us on our journey and discover our history and heritage.We've evolved from a father-and-son start-up in Belgium, to a global group with more than 9000 employees, 93 innovation centers, and more than 65 manufacturing operations across 81 countries to date. It's with great pride that we look back on this century of hard work, courage, and innovation. Thank you for making it all possible and let's continue building the next 100 years of shared success!Our passion for innovation, pioneering spirit, and core value our communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.POSITION OVERVIEWBased at Gauteng - Longmeadow Site, we are currently seeking:RECEPTIONIST/ADMIN SUPPORT- (Longmeadow Site, South Africa)Reporting directly to the Office Manager, the successful candidate for this key function will be responsible for:
  • Providing professional front-line reception and administrative support.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Answer and direct incoming calls to appropriate extensions.
  • Take accurate messages and ensure timely delivery.
  • Greet and assist visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Maintain a clean and organized reception area.
  • Assist with general administrative tasks including filing and document handling.
  • Assist Debtors department with PODs, credit notes, and basic account queries
  • Manage incoming and outgoing mail and courier services.
  • Ability to listen attentively and relay messages accurately.
  • Professional demeanour with excellent telephone etiquette.
  • Support internal departments with basic administrative duties as required.
PROFILE
  • Matric (Grade 12)
  • Business Administration or similar qualifications would be advantageous
  • Experience: Minimum of one (2) years' in a receptionist or administrative role.
  • Languages: English is a prerequisite; bilingual preferred.
  • Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word) would be an advantage
  • Dynamic and professional attitude with strong communication and telephone skills.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
  • Collaborating effectively: spontaneously helps team members, networking, sharing info/results.
  • Communicating effectively: actively listening, negotiating, reporting, provides clear explanations that are easy to follow.
  • Driving performances: results-driven, planning & prioritizing, solving problems
  • Improving continuously: adapts flexibly to changes, open to learn from feedback
  • Managing customer needs: understanding customer environment, builds and maintains relationship of customers, implement most suitable solutions that meet customer expectations.
OfferPuratos provides a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that encourages our people to take initiatives and bring ideas that will contribute to the success of the company. Of course, Puratos offers a competitive package (salary, and market related benefits) but additionally, offers you a position that you can further develop and shape.Interested internal employees who meet the requirements may apply on SharepointInterested persons who meet the requirements may apply atClosing Date: 17 September 2025Apply nowStartPlease wait...Working at { Location }Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua.Working at { Location }Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consetetur sadipscing elitr, sed diam nonumy eirmod tempor invidunt ut labore et dolore magna aliquyam erat, sed diam voluptua.This is PuratosAt Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.This is PuratosAt Puratos, we create innovative food solutions for the health and well-being of people everywhere. As the global leader in bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, we help our customers to be successful with their business, by turning technologies and experiences from food cultures around the world into new opportunities. We are more than 10.000 employees in over 80 countries and a consolidated turnover of 3 billion euros (in 2023). Our passion for innovation, a pioneering spirit and the unique Puratos culture drive our solid growth and vision for the future This, along with our commitment to our local communities, is what makes working at Puratos so magical.More About PuratosJob PortalWho Are You?Get In Touch×Set your cookie preferencesWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.Strictly necessary cookieThese cookies are required to use this website and can't be turned off.Show More DetailsStrictly necessary cookie Provider Description Enabled
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