Bookshop Administrator

Reference: CPT000017-EV-1

A highly specialised opportunity exists for an exceptionally organised, systematic, and detail-oriented individual to take ownership of a busy academic bookshop operation. This permanent role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys structure, thrives on organisation, and has experience within a school, academic supplier, educational retail, procurement, or stock-driven environment.

This is not a traditional role, it requires someone who can successfully coordinate a highly detailed annual operational process involving textbooks, stationery, stock management, supplier liaison, procurement, billing, and large-scale planning.

Please forward your CV to ellarine@obr.co.za for consideration. Duties & Responsibilities

Working Hours: Monday to Friday | 09h00 – 14h00 If you are exceptionally organised, enjoy working in a structured environment, and thrive on bringing order to complex processes, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day operation of the bookshop

• Procurement of textbooks, stationery, art, and engineering supplies

• Supplier liaison, pricing negotiations, and order management

• Stock control, inventory management, and pricing

• Coordinating textbook resale processes

• Working closely with staff regarding curriculum requirements

• Managing learner/parent orders and processing

• Coordinating billing with the accounts department

• Leading a large annual textbook and stationery distribution programme for approximately 800 learners

A Key Annual Responsibility: The successful candidate will oversee an intensive 4-day December packing operation, coordinating a temporary team to prepare textbook, stationery, art, and engineering packs for the new academic year. This process is critical to ensuring a smooth and successful start to the school year and requires exceptional planning, organisation, and execution.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience in a school, educational supplier, bookshop, procurement, or highly structured stock management environment

• Strong administration and organisational skills

• Proven experience managing stock, suppliers, or procurement processes

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail

• Highly systematic, organised, and process driven

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and moving parts simultaneously

• Strong computer literacy and systems ability

Package & Remuneration

R15000 - Monthly plus Medical Aid, Provident Fund, 13th Cheque