Pretoria: Office Administrator (Laboratory and Food Production)

Administrative Officer Our client is seeking a professional, organised, and self-driven Administrative Officer to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. The ideal candidate works independently, communicates professionally, and enjoys juggling varied administrative, operational, and light finance tasks. Location: On-site, office based in Pretoria. Type: Full-time Salary offered: Roughly R15 000 CTC per month (dependent on experience) What youll do Inbound & Records: Receive raw materials, packaging, and related items; capture receipts accurately in the food safety management system (FSMS) and internal trackers. Stock Control (Retail): Monitor on-site retail inventory; reconcile counts and resolve variances. Finance Admin: Capture supplier invoices; generate retail invoices; assist with reconciliations, resolve invoice queries, process credits, returns, and stock replacements. Front Office: Manage reception, welcome visitors, and maintain sign-in/FSMS compliance records. Office Ops: Handle general office duties and purchasing; keep supplies and documentation organised. Communication: Draft letters and manage day-to-day admin correspondence. Sales Support: Assist retail representatives with admin tasks and sourcing of marketing materials. FSMS Support: Prepare documentation for new raw materials; maintain up-to-date FSMS records. Basic HR Admin: Provide entry-level HR administrative assistance as required. What youll bring Strong administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to solve problems independently and manage priorities without close supervision. Professional written and verbal communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with FSMS and/or inventory management systems (advantageous). Fully literate with strong reading and writing ability. Own reliable transport. Full-time, on-site availability. Youll thrive here if you Enjoy variety and context-switching across operations, finance admin, and office management. Take ownership, follow through on tasks, and keep clean, audit-ready records. Bring a service mindset to colleagues, suppliers, and visitors alike.