Durban: Contract Opportunity: Regional Administrative Assistant – Durban (uMhlanga Ridge) posted by O’Brien Recruitment

Are you an organised, detail-driven individual with strong administrative skills? A leading FMCG company in PE is looking for a Regional Administrative Assistant (Contract) to provide high-level support to their dynamic Sales team. Driver’s license and own car will be essential for this role.

Please forward your CV to *****@*****.co.za or apply here directly.

What youll be doing:

• Provide professional administrative and secretarial support to the Area Sales Manager and Regional Sales Managers.

• Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, HQ visits, visa applications, and events.

• Handle incoming mail and calls, preparing responses to routine enquiries.

• Compile, consolidate, and distribute region-specific reports, meeting agendas, and sales updates.

• Facilitate regional surveys (pricing, product availability, etc.) and prepare documentation for review.

• Administer boot sale reconciliations, POP warehouse stock reports, and ensure smooth collection/distribution of marketing materials.

• Track bottom-up plans, manage deal trackers, weekly reconciliations, invoices, and BDF slips.

• Liaise with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and alignment.

What were looking for:

• Matric (Grade 12) is essential; a Diploma in Project Management will be advantageous.

• 34 years of relevant administrative experience (preferably within a multinational/FMCG environment).

• Strong MS Word and Excel skills.

• Valid drivers license and own reliable vehicle.

• A proactive, adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance multiple priorities.