42 Junior Controller jobs in Cape Town

• Develop and implement weekly delivery schedules aligned to order volumes and customer requirements
• Coordinate and manage daily dispatches from order preparation through to final delivery
• Verify accuracy and completeness of delivery documentation and loads
• Assign deliveries to drivers based on route planning and load capacities
• Monitor dispatch operations using tracking systems and respond to route or timing issues
• Communicate with drivers throughout the day to ensure smooth delivery execution
• Liaise with customers regarding delivery scheduling, confirmations, or potential delays
• Ensure that all dispatch documentation (delivery notes, invoices, PODs) is accurately maintained
• Manage and track CHEP pallet movements and documentation
• Conduct pre-dispatch vehicle and driver compliance checks
• Maintain accurate dispatch records and daily checklists
• Report on delivery performance, turnaround times, and exceptions
• Assist with identifying areas for operational improvement

• Matric / Grade 12 Non-Negotiable
• 24 years experience in dispatch or transport operations
• Drivers License and own Vehicle
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience using dispatch tracking software (Trackmatic advantageous)
• Basic understanding of route planning and vehicle utilisation
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics or Transport (advantageous)
• Industry knowledge in consumer or pet products is beneficial

Ready to shake up Accounts Payable?

If you're curious, tech-savvy, and always asking "is there a better way to do this?" - this is your chance to be part of something bigger. A well-known national retail group is on the lookout for an Accounts Payable Controller to join their Cape Town-based finance team. This isn't your typical AP role, it's a launchpad for someone eager to challenge the norm and grow into broader project and systems work.

What this role is all about:
The core AP functions are in place , now they need someone who goes beyond the basics. Your mission? Spot gaps. Challenge outdated processes. Suggest smarter ways to report, reconcile, and run the AP function. You'll be backed by a strong team and an experienced Head , but your mindset and hunger for improvement will set you apart.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing day-to-day AP processing and supplier account maintenance
• Assisting with accurate and insightful reporting of creditors
• Supporting a new SAGE X3 environment with data and process optimisation
• Identifying opportunities for innovation in AP processes and systems
• Collaborating on finance projects beyond AP as the role evolves

What we're looking for:

• Degree/Diploma in Accounting or related
• 2 years' experience in a similar role (bonus, but not essential)
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables)
• Analytical thinker with a solutions-first approach
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, tech-forward environment

What's in it for you?

• A dynamic, supportive team that welcomes new ideas
• Huge growth potential - this role is designed to evolve into a broader accounting/project role
• A chance to contribute beyond your job title

Let's do things differently. Apply now.

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• Process and reconcile supplier invoices.
• Manage vendor accounts and payment terms
• Prepare and execute supplier payments.
• Resolve creditor queries and discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records and monthly reconciliations

• Qualifications:
  • Completed BCom Degree
  • Completed National Diploma
• Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years experience
  • Preferred industry experience in Mining

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Waste Control Division currently has a vacancy for a motivated, professional and organized Transport Controller to join their team. The Transport Controller`s primary purpose is to assist with organizing the logistics of the Waste Control operations to ensure smooth operation and that the requirements of the Waste Control clients are met.

He/she will also be required to:

• Manage the day to day transport service requirements
• Accurate daily planning and effective usage of resources
• Daily briefing and debriefing of drivers
• Daily vehicle routing and scheduling
• Daily monitoring and tracking of vehicles
• Ensure highest possible customer service levels
• Ensure that the fleet is in a roadworthy condition and conforms to Company policy in terms of branding and cleanliness
• Effective supervision of Drivers and General Assistants
• Effective management of Drivers and General Assistants discipline, time keeping and attendance
• Effective communication and reporting on various platforms as required by the Company
• Liaise with Human Resources department in respect of any staff related issues that do arise
• Ensure Occupational Health and Safety requirements are adhered to

QUALIFYING CRITERIA

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Previous Fleet controlling experience will be an added advantage
• Transport Management or similar qualification will be an added advantage
• Proven Leadership ability – must be able to lead by example.
• Code 14 driver’s license and (PrDP) will be an advantage
• Basic Computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel and Microsoft Office)
• Working knowledge of vehicle tracking systems

QUALIFYING ATTRIBUTES

• Self-motivated, accurate, goal orientated and attention to detail.
• Able to analyse and implement verbal instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and manage demanding workload in a pressurised environment.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliver results (time management).
• Excellent communication, telephone & organizational skills
• Ability work independently and within a team
• Great customer skills

Other Information:

Job title: Transport Controller

Reporting to: Transport Manager

Job type: Permanent position

Benefits include:

· Provident fund

· Medical aid

· Life cover at 4x annual salary

· Funeral cover

· 15 x paid leave days per annum

· Long service leave after five years of employment

Working hours:

Waste Control Transport Controller Operational Hours:

· Monday to Friday – 05:30 to 19:00 ( a staggered work schedule will be provided)

· Weekends (Rotational) – 07:00 to 14:00

· Incumbent will be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorized to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

• Matric
• ICM

• 3 years experience as a Credit Controller
• Dynamics 365 - advantageous
• Excel Advanced
• Having worked on high volume accounts

Overall Role Function:

The role will be responsible for end-to-end live route tracking and execution management of all routes within a specific Business Unit for which the role will be responsible. This position will be operating on shift as part of a team who will execute 24 hours and 7 days a week. Part of this role's responsibilities will be tracking of routes, alert management, exception management and escalation, Expediting, trending & analysis, communication with drivers and depot's and should play an integral part in improving the productivity of operational teams.

Responsibilities:

Daily, Live Execution Management of all routes for assigned Business Unit (BU) Route Execution & Tracking:
• Live visibility and tracking of all routes within the BU on Cella Track
• Tracking and investigation of all “Late” routes
• Tracking Route Compliance, Planned vs Actual KM and Planned vs Actual TAT Alert & Exception Management:
• Acknowledgement & Resolution of Alert pop-ups on Cella for applicable BU
• Driver communication and relationship
• Driving corrective action with driver
• Ensure correct escalation processes are being followed
• Actioning alerts according to priority & urgency, i.e. Risk Alert is treated with higher urgency than an Execution Alert. Master Data:
• Be aware and keep log of all master data or system issues that might cause inaccurate route tracking
• Full understanding of all Control Tower master data fields
• Daily escalation of master data issues to Control Tower Manager
• Report on all Asset Management issues noticed during shift to CT Manager Admin sense checks:
• Identify and communicate any Operational, administrative exceptions with Operational staff. Operational Excellence:
• Proactively drive and contribute to a culture of operational excellence
• Drive and improve relationship with Lieben operational team
• Daily interactions with drivers, depot managers and operational managers
• Solve and respond to queries raised by operational teams daily via CT Manager
• Contribute and provide suggestions for improving operational productivity at depot’s from central Control Tower perspective.
• Effective escalation of sub-standard driver behaviour.
• Adhere to Control Tower SOP’s and raise with CT Manager where a change is necessary
• Review previous day’s issues to verify improvement.
• Regular job rotation and knowledge hand-over within the team. KPI Management: Taking full accountability for KPI’s and contributing towards the improvement of these as part of the Route Compliance dashboard, including all KPI’s as part of the “Job Outcome/KPI” section below. Reporting: Excellent assessment, analysing and evaluation capabilities (Reporting & Insights).
• Check Route Compliance, pick up KPI exceptions, fix and escalate where required.
• End-of-shift report to CT Manager. Personal Development:
• Personal Development Responsible for own development to increase own competencies for the position function and future leadership growth opportunities.
• Teamwork Contribute to and be part of driving effective teamwork within Control Tower operations as well as with other business units and across all depots.
• Training & Development Willingness to be trained on-the-job and take initiative for self-development. Responsible for his/her own training and development to stay updated with latest changes and requirements.
• Highlight to Control Tower Manager where there is a specific gap, assistance needed, or specific training required with regards to any of the above points.

Job Outcomes/KPI's:

Commitment to achieving Control Tower KPI’s and goals. Per shift & per day.
Targets and measures to be discussed in Performance meetings:

•Alerts triggered: 100% of alerts to be Acknowledged, Resolved or Escalated
•Trip Planned vs Actual KM (Target: <105%)
•Trip Planned vs Actual TAT (Target: <105%)
•Store Planned vs Actual TAT (Target: <110%)
•First Stop Met compliance (Target: 98%)
•On time DC departure (Target: 98%)
•On Time compliance % (Target: 98%)
•Customer sequence compliance (Target: 98%)
•Driver Performance Score (Driver risk profile) (Current: 92.8% vs Target: 95%)

• Maintain stock levels by keeping to the prescribed minimum stock quantities.
• Monthly stock taking.
• Ensure the transactions are entered into the financial system (Sage x3).
• Month-end reporting to the financial manager.
• Liaise with suppliers on a regular basis to ensure timely delivery and service.
• Liaise with the Portfolio Manager regarding orders and invoices.
• Maintain client service with customers and suppliers.
• Balancing the supplier ledgers and prepare payment requests.
• Track, trace and expedite purchase orders.
• Assist the Portfolio Managers with inquiries and quotations.
• Assist the Technicians with stand-by stock and managing the process.
• Maintain security and control of company assets.

• Matric certificate.
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
• Driver’s license.
• Own transportation.
• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• Deadline driven.
• Computer literate.
• The ability to work under pressure.

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented, mature person to manage stock controlling while also handling reception and administrative duties.

Stock Control & Coordination

• Maintain Inventory System of all inbound and outbound components & equipment.
• Conduct regular investigations to identify and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Effectively track stock movements between the warehouse and construction sites.
• Capture stock-related documentation, including DNs (Delivery Notes) and RNs (Return Notes)
• Report inventory discrepancies to the Operations Manager and Director.

Administrative & Customer Service Duties

• Answer phone calls, take messages, and handle general inquiries.
• Assist visitors and direct them to the appropriate staff.
• Liaise with clients when trucks are dispatched for deliveries & collections.
• Ensure factory staff timesheets are completed every morning / afternoon
• Assist with general office tasks as required by the Office Manager.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 5-6 years in stock control and administration, preferably in construction or scaffolding industry.
• Education: Matric certificate (warehouse / bookkeeping or administrative qualification is advantageous).

Technical Skills:

• High proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills.
• Able to cope with and adapt to changing priorities
• Problem-Solving ability / attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R18 000,00 per month

Education:

• Certificate (Preferred)

Experience:

• STOCK CONTROL: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person