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Distribution Services Manager

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Coca-Cola Beverages Africa Proprietary Limited

The role reports to the Country Lead: Distribution Services.

Extent of the role’s involvement in supervision and other team leadership activities

The role has direct reports, the Distribution System Specialist and Logistics Analyst.

Level of interaction within and outside of the company as well as the nature and purpose of the interaction

  • Interface with Commercial; Customer Growth Teams; Manufacturing; Supply Chain; Logistics Senior Executive Committee to align on Logistics footprint; Route to Market and volume allocation.
  • Interfaces with Finance and Regional Teams to align on budget development and analysis on optimization opportunities to deliver Logistics commitments.
  • Interacts with Distribution Centres, Strategic Distributors and Regions to ensure alignment between plans and operational outputs.
  • Engages with the Logistics & Distribution Forums to conduct benchmarking, identify and develop best in class ways of work in the Logistics Distribution fraternity.
  • Manage engagements with external stakeholders i.e., service providers.
  • Aligns with the Demand Planning Team to ensure product availability to agreed customer groupings.

Candidate requirements

  • A recognised Tertiary Degree Qualification in Logistics or Transportation management or related.
  • Minimum of 5 to 8 years relevant logistics experience.
  • Minimum of 3 to 5 years leadership and team management experience.
  • Experience in Distribution Planning systems and processes development.
  • Experience in operating effectively in a matrix organisation with stakeholders across functions at an executive and senior management level as well as between the centre and the regions.

Location and commitments

The role will be based in South Africa, Head Office and is required to work from allocated office.

Responsibilities

Network Design and Support

  • Support the annual implementation of the logistics strategy by developing the Distribution network modelling and maintaining the optimal network design.
  • Provide ideal and cost-effective shipment locations across Logistics, Manufacturing and Warehouse environments.
  • Facilitate the roll-out of the network design to key stakeholders to ensure alignment and influence effective planning.
  • Monitor, review, and report on the compliance to Distribution initiatives and advice on appropriate corrective actions to achieve operational efficiency.
  • Conduct research (through benchmarking) and adopt specifications and guidelines for operational distribution route to market and distribution services requirements (i.e., modernisation of distribution services).
  • Establish comprehensive analytics capabilities for distribution services requirements and advice on optimal cost saving mechanisms (i.e., use heat maps and flow analytics)
  • Develop standard operating practices and procedures (i.e., triangulation and glass collection processes etc.).
  • Conduct bi-annual reviews of the operating practices by demonstrating the impact of Logistics costs on Manufacturing cost management to ensure mitigations and to meet evolving business requirements.

Distribution Resource Management

  • Ensure daily distribution assets are optimally utilised to ensure maximum productivity and reduced financial costs.
  • Engage with third parties to ensure productivity requirements are met and there is adherence to internal CCBSA processes.
  • Support optimised route to market strategy through effective resource management.
  • Identify distribution opportunities to reduce costs year on year.
  • Identify Long term distribution services technology requirements for continuous improvement purposes (i.e., Tools).

Budget Management

  • Develop the Distribution budget model factoring the influence of movements from Logistics to customer and the impact of production activities to identify continuous improvement opportunities aimed at meeting business requirements.
  • Conduct resource reviews across the breath of the business to ensure budget plans are met.
  • Monitor the budget planning versus actual for Distribution through short term interval controls to ensure adherence planned expenditure.

People Management

  • Ensure the development and implementation of work plans in line with the route to market plans.
  • Manage employee and industrial relations to ensure that business objectives are met.
  • Ensure that team skills and capability requirements meet the requirements of the CCBSA through active mentoring and coaching.
  • Develop and implement a workforce resourcing plan to ensure operational objectives are met.

Accountabilities

If the incumbent in this role is successful at the job, they will be accountable for the following:

  • Distribution Network and servicing customer footprint for effective Route to Market
  • Distribution budget and cost management
  • Modernisation of distribution services supplied by the company.

To apply or to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Sikhumbuzile Cebekhulu at

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Agile Delivery Manager Cape Town

Cape Town, Western Cape Ozow Proprietary Limited

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We're looking for an experiencedAgile Delivery Lead to join our dynamic environment and drive continuous improvement, flow efficiency, and delivery excellence across multiple teams.

  • Spearheading continuous improvement across the organisation to reduce waste and increase individual and development team productivity and accountability.
  • Helping to remove impediments and facilitate the flow of work.
  • Fostering productive relationships and following through on commitments, to gain trust and respect across all levels of the business
  • Helping teams understand and practice agility, by leveraging empirical data and iterative delivery.
  • Coaching the team on Agile and Lean principles, to enable iterative delivery of value and to reduce waste.
  • Effectively facilitating ceremonies and meetings.
  • Identifying and mitigating risk across the team’s workflow.
  • Using the principles of empowerment and self-organization to enable collaboration, effective communication, and decision making across the organisation.
  • Using visual management systems to optimise the flow of work.
  • Ensuring that Product Owners are enabled to prioritise and maintain a clear and concise Product Backlog.
  • Ensuring that the team understands all necessary information, to produce the desired business value.

What You need to bring

  • 4+ years of hands-on experience as a Scrum Master , Kanban Flow Master , or Agile Delivery Lead .
  • Deep understanding of Scrum and Kanban , and the ability to adapt each framework to fit team and business contexts.
  • Experience working with Agile tools like Jira
  • Proven ability to use data to drive team performance , including tracking and acting on velocity, cycle time, and other flow metrics.
  • Strong facilitation, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Certifications such as CSM , PSM , KMP , or SAFe Scrum Master .

Bonus

  • Experience coaching at scale or leading teams through agile transformations .
  • Familiarity with DevOps , CI/CD , and value stream mapping .

In office perks

  • Healthy breakfast, lunches and snacks
  • Monthly team connects

Perks for South African based employees

  • Medical aid subsidy (permanent staff)
  • Group Risk Insurance (permanent staff)
  • Generous paid annual leave
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Quarterly team building
  • Community initiatives
  • Access to cutting edge technology

Our Employee Value Proposition

Join Ozow and become part of an elite force that challenges the ordinary and achieves the extraordinary. If you're driven to make an impact, embrace challenges, and seek unparalleled opportunities for growth, your journey starts here.

Compliance

As a fintech company, we prioritize data security and compliance. Due to the sensitive nature of our work, we require individuals with a high level of integrity and trustworthiness to ensure adherence to financial regulations and industry standards.

Ready to be exceptional? Apply now!

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Fleet Analyst Potchefstroom

Potchefstroom, North West Express Employment Professionals SA - PTA North

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Job Responsibilities
  • Ensure compliance of operational resources (drivers, vehicles, and equipment).
  • Manage operational activities related to fleet management and documentation (preventive and corrective maintenance routine; blitz; consumption of fuel; cost management; quotes; inventory and maintenance of stock of parts and tires; documentation of drivers, vehicles, and/or equipment).
  • Support operational activities related to the workshop routine (mechanical, electrical, tire repair services) to achieve the operational performance indicators of the unit.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation and maintenance of safe working conditions for freight forwarders, drivers, and forklift operators.
  • Maintain customer relationships.
  • Develop relationships with transport providers compatible with the needs of the company and its clients.
  • Perform related activities as per requests from superiors.
  • Strictly comply with all procedures, standards, and specifications of the company and the client.
  • Correctly use uniforms and protective equipment provided by the company.
  • Commit to the operational goals defined together with the client, DPO/VPO, and Excellence Program.
  • Demonstrate personal and professional behavior compatible with the function.
  • Ensure the conservation of the company's assets (vehicles, equipment, resources, and facilities).
Desired Experience & Qualification
  • Qualification or Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • 3 - 5 years experience in Fleet Control.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Experience in the transportation industry.
  • Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.
  • Quantitative ability.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
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Logistics Co-ordinator

George, Western Cape Sydsen Recruit

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Duties & Responsibilities

The purpose of this role is to prepare and manage purchase orders, coordinate, collaborate, and follow up with all relevant contractors to ensure prompt deliveries.
Candidates must be willing to work on stand-by over weekends (rotational basis) - however not needed to be in the office - and also willing to assist with any queries after hours when needed.
NOTE: Must be willing to go to Kimberley for one month of training.

About you:

  • Between the ages of 23 - 40
  • Literate on Excel (must!)
  • Excellent admin skills
  • Excellent communication skills (email, WhatsApp, and phone)
  • Problem solver
  • Fast learner
  • Team player
  • Accurate
  • Willing to assist wherever needed!

Salary:
R18k - R25k Negotiable Basic salary + Provident Fund

Please note: Only candidates with the relevant requirements will be considered and contacted. If you are not contacted within 14 (fourteen) days of applying, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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R18 000 - R25 000 - Monthly

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Logistics Project Engineer TMSA

TOTAL Deutschland GmbH

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Overview

Domaine Maintenance / Inspection / Technologies

Contract

Type de contrat: CDI

Experience

Expérience Minimum 6 ans

Depot Engineering and Construction
  • To prepare and implement investment programme for his / her area of responsibility.
  • To ensure the safe implementation of technical solutions conforming to legal requirements, group norms and best practices.
  • To conduct project feasibility studies for engineering and construction projects; preparing documentation, drawings and recommendations for execution of the project.
  • To submit and obtain local authorities required approvals and prepare and obtain approval for MOC documentation.
  • To guide the draughtsman or consultants in preparation of the construction drawings.
  • To participate in negotiation supply of equipment and engineering contracts with the service providers, in collaboration with the purchasing division.
  • To plan, organise, control and execute field construction activities, within given time and budget.
  • To be responsible for incorporation of local legislation requirements, Group standards and best practices to all engineering and construction projects.
  • To effectively monitor and evaluate variations associated with project scope and cost changes.
  • To provide regular updates to technical manager regarding the projects and providing explanations on any delay with regards to the projects.
  • To make use of the PPO Project Management tool for Project Management, Document Repository, and Management Reporting.
  • Ensuring all project data added / uploaded is in compliance with the System Health and Governance rules (set up within PPO), thereby ensuring accurate monitoring of projects.
  • To ensure assets for all completed projects are added to the asset register and demolished assets are also removed from the asset register. Data Packs and Safety file handed over to the site on completion of the work.
  • To provide Technical support to Logistics Maintenance Contracts Manager and Depot Managers on Maintenance issues.
HSEQ
  • To support the implementation of HSE programmes to ensure constant adherence and compliance to the Company’s HSEQ and security standards, any local by-laws and government legislation so as to minimise all risk pertaining to the company’s assets and stock, to be an excellent corporate citizen, remain operational and ensure the safety of all people.
  • To effectively manage and minimise HSE risk within area of responsibility by ensuring: Compliance with all HSE Policies, rules, guideline and legal requirements Promotion of safe working environment and positively contributing to the company HSE KPIs and risk reduction strategies That HSE competency requirements are identified & enforced within area of responsibility.
Governance
  • To ensure effective risk management and internal control, including asset management, for area of responsibility
Qualifications
  • Qualification BSc or BTech - Mechanical, Electrical or Civil engineering
  • Minimum 5 years general experience in the oil industry with sound experience in the engineering and construction of logistics assets.
  • High level of problem-solving ability, negotiating skills, tenacity, ability to challenge and identify problems.
  • English is the working language

TotalEnergies is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants that meet the specified criteria will receive consideration for employment without discriminating unfairly on any arbitrary ground, including but not limited to race, gender, sex, ethnic or social origin, colour, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious conscience belief, political opinion, culture, language, marital status, or family responsibility.

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Demand Planner Somerset West

Somerset West, Western Cape Hire Resolve

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Demand Planner

Hire Resolve's client is seeking a skilled Demand Planner to join their team in Somerset West. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating accurate demand forecasts for the food manufacturing industry, ensuring optimal inventory levels are maintained to meet customer demand while minimizing excess stock. The Demand Planner will work closely with sales, marketing, and production teams to develop and implement strategies to meet demand fluctuations and improve forecast accuracy.


Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain demand forecasts for all products based on historical data, market trends, and input from sales and marketing teams.
  • Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to ensure inventory levels are optimized to meet customer demand.
  • Monitor market trends and adjust forecasts accordingly to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
  • Analyze and report on forecast accuracy, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Communicate forecast changes and production plans to all relevant departments to ensure alignment and smooth operations.
  • Work closely with sales and marketing teams to understand promotions, new product launches, and other sales initiatives that may impact demand.
  • Utilize forecasting software and tools to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of demand planning processes.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in demand planning in the food manufacturing industry.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and forecasting software.
  • Experience with Syspro.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

  • Salary: negotiable.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: .

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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Logistics Officer Roodepoort, Gauteng

Roodepoort, Gauteng Construct Executive Search

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Logistics Officer (Imports) - Roodepoort

Description: The Logistics Officer (Imports) will be responsible for overseeing the importing processes and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Profile: Applicants must have the following requirements:

  1. Must have a Diploma or Degree in Logistics Management.
  2. Must have 3-5 years of experience in the Renewable Energy space.
  3. Must have knowledge of warehousing, importing and exporting procedures, and distribution process documents.
  4. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  5. Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
  6. Own vehicle will be advantageous.
  7. Must have a valid South African passport.
  8. Must have South African Citizenship.
  9. Must have a Clear Criminal Record.

If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Please submit your CVs to (Email Disabled).

SALARY: R 504 000 - R 546 000 P/A

Construct Executive Search
Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa

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SCF Logistics and Assets Manager

Sandton, Gauteng Unilever

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Function : Finance

Reports to: SC Finance Director

Scope: Southern Africa

Location: Johannesburg/Durban

Terms & Conditions: Full time, Permanent

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

Find your purpose at Unilever. You will lead innovations, big and small, that will make our business win and grow. You will learn from brilliant business leaders and colleagues in a truly global and diverse culture to ultimately become a better you.

The SC Finance manager will act as a reliable and trustful business partner for Logistics, local Supply Chain and category Finance teams to execute the Supply Chain Finance operational and Strategic plan for Southern Africa which enable the business to win and grow .

The purpose of this role will be to:

  • Steer Business Performance and provide Decision support to key stakeholders including the FLT (Finance Leadership Team) and DLT (Distribution Leadership Team)
  • Drive a cost competitive Supply Chain organisation through delivery of savings committed and net productivity agenda across Supply chain Indirects and Logistics costs
  • Drive strong Governance and Controls within the Supply Chain Finance environment ensuring there are no control gaps to prevent loss and protect assets.
  • Manage capex process across all Sourcing Units
  • Driving down business waste at the Sourcing Units
  • Team leadership and talent development : Lead a diverse team of 3 WL1’s (Staff) and develop succession planning and career progression plans for the team

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Steer Business Performance and provide Decision support

  • Provide accurate and relevant business insights by analysing available info using designated best practice tools
  • Drive and Coordinate the forecasting process to help the business make reliable decisions, includes budget, financial forecasts, etc
  • Support Trade Working Capital delivery through analysis tools ie loss tree analysis
  • Drive optimal return on investments by driving focus on Capital Expenditure Proposals with Business Cases that meet the required benchmarks
  • Guide and support the delivery of key projects in the pipeline, whilst actively ensuring that all appropriate government incentives are maximised on.
  • Report on monthly variances giving key insight in what areas need focus and actions to ensure mitigations are in place where relevant
  • Guide and support the delivery of key projects in the pipeline
  • Drive accountability for impact and outcome.

Drive a cost competitive Supply Chain organisation through Logistics and Business Waste cost optimization

  • Drive delivery of controllable costs by reducing the Cost Per Ton (Net Productivity)
  • Deliver the business waste reduction programme and mitigations
  • Review, challenge and monitor all Capital Expenditure proposals (CEP) per the annual budget.
  • Drive alignment of benchmark costs and efficiencies across Logistics, SCI and Waste costs

Ensure robust governance and control systems are implemented, maintained and adhered to.

  • Ensure adequate controls and financial hygiene of all areas in Supply Chain, including managing reviews and interaction with auditors during +5 audits during a year.
  • Ensure integrity of balance sheet and income statement with appropriate levels of checks and balances.
  • Drive delivery of timely and accurate reporting requirements
  • Ensure Unilever Standard Chart of Accounts compliance
  • Ensure stock controls compliant with SOX
  • Ensure journals, write offs and provisions are done in accordance with Schedule of Authority.

Manage stock flows and balances

  • Ensure annual budgets done and standard product costing aligned to global product costing guidelines
  • Drive forecast process in line with S&OP principles
  • Variance analysis of budget over and under spends done weekly/monthly.
  • Manage stock provisions in various locations on site and off site at third parties.
  • Stock and working capital reporting
  • Manage stock in many locations on site and off site at third parties.

Leadership Role

  • Lead diverse team of direct reports: 3 Staff
  • Responsible for growth and development of all staff.
  • Develop succession planning and career progression plans for the team

Experiences & Qualifications & Skills

Qualification: Professional qualification in accountancy – CA or CIMA

Experience:

  • Min 7 years experience in a Management and/or Financial accounting
  • Ability to steer conversations and influence
  • Leadership skills – able to lead, motivate, inspire
  • Previous experience in SAP 3 years.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
  • Previous SOX experience would be an advantage.
  • Proven track record of being effective in a complex operating environment and driving business performance
  • Strong communication and influencing skills
  • Objectivity and integrity in the face of challenge; courage and personal resilience
  • Ability to build networks and manage multiple senior stakeholders
  • Understanding or ability to quickly grasp financial principles in the end-to-end Supply Chain, identify and drive relevant value-creating choices and decisions
  • Leadership of change – the ability to drive change management initiatives, staying close to best practices and relevant external developments

Leadership

  • You are an inclusive motivator of people. Your team deliver with real passion, growing and learning from each other whilst delivering quick wins.
  • You are still responsible for your own results and as a manager, you also need to motivate others to deliver with passion, creating an inclusive and engaging climate around you. You can balance challenge with support and coaching. You understand the wider business context and you are emotionally intelligent enough to motivate people to deliver what is needed.
  • Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors
    • PERSONAL MASTERY : Sets high standards for themselves. Has emotional intelligence to take feedback, manage mood and motivations, and build empathy for others.
    • PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE : Generates intensity and focus to motivate people to deliver results at speed. Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.
    • TALENT CATALYST: Invests in people – coaches individuals and teams to realize their full potential. Creates an inclusive climate, empowering everyone to be at their best.
    • PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.
    • CONSUMER LOVE: Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.
    • BUSINESS ACUMEN: Creates sustainable growth with purpose, engaging different partners across the system for change.

Unilever Behaviours

  • Care deeply
  • Focus on what counts
  • Stay three steps ahead
  • Deliver with excellence

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are intentional in employing the best talent that reflects the demographics of our country and which will help build representation of currently under-represented groups. We therefore invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered.
We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bring ing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

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Commercial Manager - Supply Chain

Pretoria, Gauteng RCL FOODS

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We are a deeply rooted South African business and we believe our country will thrive when we collectively grow what matters. Our purpose is anchored in a culture of empowerment and accountability, with uncompromising integrity at its heart. We are inspired by our unwavering commitment to "Grow What Matters," placing People, Growth and Sustainability at the forefront of everything we do.

We have the opportunity within our Commercial Function for a Commercial Manager – Supply Chain.

The successful incumbent will provide commercial support and insight into the operations and performance of the various Operating Units, across the Supply Chain. Analyze financial performance and make recommendations based on the findings and outcomes of the analysis. Leverage the use of technology/ AI in driving automation and efficient processes. Consolidation and analysis of group Capex plans and quarterly forecasts. Provide direct commercial support and insight to the Supply Chain teams. Work with the Supply Chain and Strategy Commercial Executives in driving the ROIC agenda across Continuous Improvement, Capital Allocation & Planning workstreams. Facilitate commercial engagement with the various Business Units on monthly performance and various other Commercial initiatives.

Minimum Requirements
  • BCOM + Qualified CA (SA) or CIMA (non-negotiable)
  • Experience working in a cross functional manufacturing business
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience, including commercial costing, operational financial support and reporting
  • SAP & Syspro experience critical along with exposure to a FMCG and/or manufacturing environment
  • Power BI & other MS Power tools
Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Contribution and Execution
  • Consolidation and Analysis of in year budgets and 5-year Business Capex plans.
  • Operationalising group strategic initiatives and driving implementation.
  • Providing Commercial input in Strategy formulation and Continuous improvement initiatives.
Budgeting and Forecasting - Capex
  • Co-ordination and consolidation of Capex Plans across the 5-year, Annual Plans and quarterly forecasting processes and associated cash flow forecasts.
  • Supporting the Supply Chain teams in monitoring and tracking capex implementation.
  • Provide analysis and insight into monthly and quarterly movements.
  • Drive system and process improvements to streamline process and visibility, including automation opportunities.
  • Compiling presentations for quarterly Capital Committee meetings
Supply Chain Monthly Reporting
  • Providing in depth analysis across Distribution, Raw Materials and Cost of Production
  • Linking into KPI dashboards on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.
  • Various Ad Hoc reports across Stock, Returns, Pallets and other key supply chain metrics
  • Identify opportunities for improvement and linkage into Business unit continuous improvement pipeline.
  • Streamlining and automating reporting where applicable, working closely with BI teams
  • Consolidation and analysis of continuous improvement pipeline projects.
  • Providing visibility and analysis across Working Capital initiatives, in conjunction with CSE supply chain teams
Ad Hoc BU Support
  • Providing support into BU Commercial teams in driving key initiatives across capital planning and continuous improvement workstreams
Staff Management
  • Lead and develop staff across supply chain analysts.
  • Monitor staff performance and provide regular feedback.
  • Manage staff activities, ensuring service levels are met and protocols are adhered to.
  • Coach and support staff where necessary to achieve objectives.
  • Champion staff training and development through the utilisation of available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
  • Conduct regular performance appraisals with subordinates.
  • Develop and manage high performance multidisciplinary teams in order to solve problems within the commercial arena.
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Demand Planner

Cape Town, Western Cape RPO Recruitment

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Job Title: Demand Planner

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Industry: Food Production

Job Description:

RPO Recruitment's client, in the food production industry, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Demand Planner to join their team in Cape Town. The Demand Planner will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts to drive production planning and inventory management. The successful candidate will work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Production teams to ensure that customer demand is met while minimizing excess inventory and production costs.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and maintain demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and input from Sales and Marketing teams.
  2. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to gather insights on customer demand and market conditions.
  3. Monitor and analyze factors that may impact demand, such as promotional activities, seasonality, and new product launches.
  4. Communicate demand forecasts to the Production team to facilitate production scheduling and resource planning.
  5. Work closely with the Supply Chain team to ensure that inventory levels are optimized to meet customer demand.
  6. Identify and address discrepancies between forecasted and actual demand to improve forecasting accuracy.
  7. Provide regular reports and analysis to management on key demand planning metrics and performance.

Requirements:

  1. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  2. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in demand planning, preferably within the food production industry.
  3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  4. Proficiency in demand planning software and Microsoft Excel.
  5. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  6. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  7. Knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices.

Salary: negotiable. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your CV:

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