Purchasing Assistant (Kingston, Jamaica) - Geddes Refrigeration Limited

Geddes Refrigeration Limited  invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to serve this dynamic team as a Purchasing Assistant. 

Job Summary 

The incumbent supports the Purchasing Manager in purchasing goods (materials, parts, equipment, etc) to support the objectives of Geddes Refrigeration Limited. 

The incumbent ensures that these are obtained at the right price, and specification, and through the best delivery options. He/She expedites and monitors the delivery of goods by following up on orders and liaising with local and overseas suppliers and the relevant company personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary level education in Business Administration/Accounting or equivalent 
• Excellent interpersonal, human relations, and communication skills
• Sound administrative time management, and organizational skills
• Well-developed customer relations skills
• At least two (2) years experience in a similar position
• Training in Procurement Contract terms
• Knowledge of Microsoft Great Plains software would be an asset
• Understanding of the components of Refrigeration Systems
• Literacy in computer applications

Demonstrable competencies for the position are:

• Customer focused
• Results-oriented
• Self motivated
• Problem solving

Applications should be forwarded no later than October 13, 2023 to: 

Employee Relations Manager

Email: smatthews@grlja.com

NB - We do appreciate your interest, however; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Credit & Collections Officer (Kingston, JM) - Geddes Refrigeration Limited

Geddes Refrigeration Limited invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to serve this dynamic team.

The core responsibilities are: 

• Closely monitor the aging of the receivables portfolio and ensure that receivables are monetized 
• Collect outstanding accounts receivable dollars from the existing client base and resolve all invoice queries to facilitate payments and reduce accounts receivable delinquency
• Maintain the approved credit terms of its frequent clients to include the consistent application of a credit policy and periodic credit reviews of existing customers
• Assess the credit worthiness of potential customers, with the goal of optimizing the mix of company sales, increase in the company's cash flow and minimize bad debt losses

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration or equivalent discipline
• Experience with credit scoring systems
• At least five (5) years experience  in a similar position
• Excellent communication, collections, analytical, negotiating, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent presentation and reporting skills
• Good organizational and human relations skills
• Solid knowledge of commercial credit and collection laws
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of Great Plains software will be an asset
• Knowledge of micro loan administration would be an asset
• Possession of a valid driver's license and a reliable motor vehicle

Working Conditions:

• Working in a fast-paced environment and be able to thrive under pressure
• Be willing to periodically travel to customer sites on short notice 
• Have considerable experience with negotiations
• Occasional overtime may be necessary

Applications should be forwarded no later than September 25, 2020 to

Manager - Administration

Email: jspalding@grlja.com

We do appreciate your interest, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.