6621 Management jobs in Johannesburg

Overview

We help the world run better. At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every day on building the foundation for tomorrow and creating a workplace that embraces differences, values flexibility, and is aligned to our purpose-driven and future-focused work. We offer a highly collaborative, caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development, recognition for your individual contributions, and a variety of benefit options for you to choose from.

Within the Customer Services and Delivery (CS&D) board area, the mission of SAP Enterprise Cloud Services is to shape the future of SAP by providing a comprehensive, end-to-end managed services experience that supports customers throughout their cloud transformation journey. Our goal is to offer a range of cloud deployment options, leveraging SAP’s infrastructure, partner infrastructures, and public cloud platforms.

The Client Delivery Manager (CDM) serves as primary point of contact for SAP Cloud Customers of Enterprise Cloud Services, mainly focusing on HANA Enterprise Cloud (HEC), S/4HANA private cloud edition, S/4HANA Cloud extended Edition, HANA Enterprise Cloud advanced Edition. The CDM drives end-to-end customer engagement from signature onwards, particularly customer onboarding, continuous service delivery, release and maintenance project initiation, architecture and governance coaching, relationship management, and renewal initiation. The CDM is expected to maintain customer satisfaction through issue mitigation and escalation management, to build strong relationships with key customer stakeholders, and help customers maximize the value of their partnership with SAP.

• Develop a strategic engagement with your client to establish client focus on the core of the services delivered. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Demonstrate accountability as the single orchestrator for End2End delivery. Enforce a culture of performance & collaboration through delivery engagement and Internal Stakeholder Management.
• Proactive account cost management. Understanding customer business needs to find innovative solutions adapted to client’s level of maturity, safeguarding ECS Revenue, contract renewals.

• Accountable for entire SAP ECS engagement across all lifecycle phases, lead the engagement with supporting ECS functions and roles to deliver as per contract scope and in line with customer expectations.

• Act as an (de-)escalation point for delivery-related topics (Incidents, Service Requests and other customer requirements).
• Support the positioning of additional ECS offerings and support contract renewal in alignment with SAP sales teams.

• Proactive management of Operational security risk by ensuring maintenance activities are addressed promptly, making customers aware of compliance reports and closure of risk letters.
• Create a culture of pro-active problem management, continually improve the effectiveness and efficiency of services delivered to customer.
• Collaborate with SAP Enterprise Cloud Services delivery units to establish long-term service plans and account visions.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalents in Business Administration, Computer Science, Technical Engineering, Economics, or related fields.
• Good understanding of SAP Basis, system migration and/or functional SAP application knowledge.
• Understanding of SAP’s cloud business, cloud and hybrid infrastructure and cloud operation processes.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills in Portuguese and English, ability to switch communication styles for technical and non-technical audiences with confidence, including management level at customers.
• High competency in multi-tasking and ability to manage multiple engagements in parallel.
• Pro-active, problem-solving, "can-do" attitude and “customer first” mindset.
• Accustomed to working in an international and global virtual matrix organization.
• Strong engagement management, relationship building and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent customer focus experience and thorough with networking and relationship building results-driven leader.

• Certification on SAP Basis/Application, Project Management or Hyper scalers (Azure/AWS/GCP) is beneficial.
• Knowledge and certifications in standards and methodologies for SAP IT operations (e.g. SAP CoE, ITIL V4 Foundation or Expert Level, Run SAP standards, Solution Manager ALM) are beneficial.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese is mandatory.

• Total 10+ years’ experience in SAP project management or SAP Operations or IT industry experience in SAP technology.
• 6+ years’ experience in a customer-facing role in the cloud or IT consulting business.
• 6+ years’ experience in SAP Basis and/or infrastructure operation/development is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity to join SAP’s dynamic, international team and make a significant impact on the future of cloud services. If you're passionate about driving customer success, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a deep technical expertise, you will find immense satisfaction in this role. Join us and contribute to helping customers navigate their cloud transformation journeys while advancing SAP’s cloud capabilities.

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

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Overview

ACCOUNT MANAGER - TECHNICAL (LINBRO BUSINESS PARK, JOHANNESBURG)

Location: Gauteng, JHB - Central

Type: Permanent

• Build and maintain strong client relationships across the education, government, healthcare, corporate, and private sectors.
• Manage existing accounts, ensure customer satisfaction, and identify opportunities for growth.
• Support the delivery of tailored solutions to clients.

• 3–5 years’ experience in account management, sales, or business development (technology sector experience preferred).
• Strong relationship management, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with strong attention to detail.
• Customer-focused, organized, and able to work independently as well as within a team.
• Ability to interpret data and provide insights to clients.

Overview

We are seeking a hands on, skilled and detail-oriented Security Leader to spear head our Architect and Engineering department with expertise in Microsoft technologies to join a rapidly expanding global team of security experts that provides services to protect our business. This role will report into the Head of Information Security and will work closely across all IT Teams and business units.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading, designing, implementing, managing, and optimizing security solutions to protect our IT infrastructure, technology assets, cloud environments, and applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft security tools and technologies, such as Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Purview and Microsoft Defender, and will play a critical role in safeguarding our digital assets.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and mentor a team of Security Engineers and Architects focused on, designing and implementing secure controls across Microsoft technologies, such as Microsoft 365, Microsoft Defender, Azure Security Centre, and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Establish team goals, manage performance, and provide regular feedback to ensure the success of security operations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.

Cloud Security Strategy

• Responsible for the cloud security strategy for our Azure-based solutions, leveraging Azure Security Centre, Azure Active Directory, and other Azure-native security tools to secure infrastructure and applications.
• Design security controls in Azure to protect resources, networks, data, and identities.
• Oversee the integration of security practices in cloud migration strategies and help guide the secure adoption of cloud technologies.

Security Solution Implementation

• Implement, configure, and manage security solutions in Microsoft environments, including Azure, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview and other Microsoft security tools.
• Ensure the secure deployment and configuration of Microsoft cloud resources, applications, and services, adhering to security best practices and company policies.
• Set up and maintain security controls such as firewalls including WAFs, VPNs, and endpoint protection across all environments.

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

• Responsible for Architecting and implementing advanced identity and access management (IAM) solutions using Microsoft technologies such as Azure Active Directory/EntraID, Azure AD B2B/B2C, and Microsoft Identity Platform.
• Design and enforce least privilege access principles, multi-factor authentication (MFA), conditional access policies, and role-based access control (RBAC) across all Microsoft service.

Vulnerability Management and Risk Assessment

• Responsible for security assessments and risk analysis for new Microsoft technologies, AI, cloud services and digital products.
• Regularly assess and monitor Microsoft systems and services for vulnerabilities and security gaps, using tools like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Azure Security Centre.

Security Automation and Optimisation

• Responsible for an Automation Strategy for security processes and tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and other tools to improve efficiency and response times.
• Optimise security configurations across Microsoft environments to ensure best practices and consistent application of security controls.
• Continuously review and improve existing security processes, tools, and policies.

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure Microsoft-based systems meet regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR), internal security standards (ISO 27001/2, SOC) and policies.
• Assist in security audits and assessments, providing the necessary documentation and evidence to support compliance initiatives.
• Generate regular security reports, dashboards, project status and metrics using Microsoft security tools.

Collaboration and Effective Communication

• Work closely with IT, system administrators, and other security teams to coordinate incident response efforts, identify vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies across the Microsoft technology stack.
• Communicate and conduct regularly presentations at a senior leadership level.
• Ensure that the IT Security documentation is maintained and updated regularly as required
• Provide guidance and support to internal teams regarding Microsoft security best practices, threat mitigation and security by design
• Participate in security projects, including cloud migration efforts, that involve Microsoft technologies, ensuring security is a top priority
• Provide input to the monthly IT Security report.

Essential

• 5+ years of experience in a security engineering/architecture or cybersecurity leadership role, with a strong focus on Microsoft environments such as Microsoft 365, Azure, Microsoft Purview, and related Microsoft security products.
• Proven track record in leading security engineering/architecture teams, managing risk, design and build security principles for products (e.g. Microsoft 365, Microsoft Azure, CoPilot, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel).
• Experience of working in a diverse Global Company;
• Understanding of key network and infrastructure security solutions such as firewalls, SD-WAN, WAF, DDoS protection IPS, Web Proxy, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of security solutions and technologies including Network Firewalls, proxy technologies, EDR, SIEM (Sentinel);
• Understanding of SASE solutions and cloud-based service delivery of traditional security controls (e.g. content filtering, firewall)
• Knowledge of Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS/WAF) and vulnerability assessment tools (Nessus/Tenable.io/Qualys);
• Excellent knowledge of different threat scenarios, incident response and remediation techniques;
• Hands on experience of applying security by design across a Microsoft eco system.
• Knowledge of security technologies (encryption, data protection, permissions, privilege access etc.);
• Knowledge of applying CIS benchmark policies in Azure & O365;
• Experience with Security frameworks, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, NIST, PCI;
• Good working knowledge of Active Directory services, including reporting and auditing of Active Directory objects;
• Skilled in using scripting tools (PowerShell, MS CLI & VBS).
• Understand Incident Response, Cyber Kill Chain, Threat Modelling and pertinent Attack Vectors;
• Desirable qualifications, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer or Architect Associate, Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CompTIA Security+, Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) or other similar security certifications or demonstratable experience.
• Good communication (English Writing, Reading and Speaking) skills and ability to articulate subjects clearly.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong documentation skills;
• Organised, methodical and self-motivated;
• Keeping abreast of industry trends and security technologies.
• Takes the initiative to proactively resolve issues within own remit and recognises when escalation is required;
• Uses own knowledge and experience to make sounds judgements or assist others with sound judgements;
• Considers the regional and global implications of what we do in our own areas of responsibility;
• Identifies and builds relationships across team and region;
• Understands need to work within project scope, including price;
• Shows understanding of others in order to influence as appropriate.

Operational Finance Manager Duties & Responsibilities General accounting

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day financial operations of the company.
• Preparing budgets and forecasts and monthly flash results
• GP Analysis
• Prepare and present financial reports, including monthly management reports and financial statements.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business objectives.
• Management & approval of credit notes
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, and forecasts, providing recommendations for improvements.
• Manage compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and improve financial performance.
• Supervise and mentor the finance team to ensure high performance and development Providing business support in respect of financial matters.
• Payroll review and analysis
• Cashbook Management and daily banking
• Annual rate reviews and increase implementation.

• Directing and supervising the AR and AP functions (Debtors & Creditors)
• Managing debtors age analysis and invoice submissions
• Management of allocations
• Approving credit limits and credit notes
• Intercompany Creditors
• Payment and Reconciliation review of all 3rd Party Creditors

• BCom Hons with completed articles

• Minimum of 5 years of financial management experience
• Strong knowledge of financial management, reporting, and analysis
• Proven ability to drive strategic financial decision-making.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Excel
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Incident Manager — Nexio — Midrand, Gauteng — Permanent — Closing Date 31 October 2025 Overview

The Incident Manager is responsible for managing the process to restore normal service operation as quickly as possible to minimize the impact on business operations. This role involves leading the incident management team, ensuring that all IT service disruptions are resolved efficiently and effectively, and maintaining high levels of service quality. The Incident Manager is accountable to the Incident Management Process Owner and performs the day-to-day operational and managerial tasks demanded by the process activities.

• Promote the Incident Management process.
• Ensure the Incident Management process is used correctly.
• Provide management and other processes with strategic decision-making information related to Incidents and potential problems.
• Ensure Incident Management KPIs are met.
• Ensure that the Incident Management process operates effectively and efficiently through 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support and Third-Party organizations.
• Ensure Incident Management Staff are empowered in their jobs.
• Maximize the fit between people, process and technology.
• Work with the Service Desk Manager to ensure that the Service Desk is established as a Single Point of Contact within the end user community.
• Ensure remedial action takes place if it is discovered that contacts are going directly to second line or third line staff members instead of the Service Desk.
• Provide the resolution of Incidents in a proper and timely manner as it is the end-responsibility of Incident Management; ensure resolutions adhere to objectives in Service Level Agreements.
• Participate with the Incident Management Process Owner and Project Team in developing and maintaining the Incident Management Process, policies and procedures.
• Drive the efficiency and effectiveness of the Incident Management Process.
• Manage the work of the cross-functional Incident support staff (1st, 2nd and 3rd line).
• Produce Management Information.
• Monitor the Incident Management process using qualitative and quantitative KPIs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Play a key role in developing and maintaining the Incident Management systems.
• Manage Major Incidents.
• Function as a point of escalation for Incident Analysts.
• Escalate to Line Management if Service Levels are threatened to be breached.
• Coach Incident Management Analysts in the correct use of the process.
• Identify training requirements of first line, second line and third line support staff and ensure proper training is provided to meet the requirements.
• Highlight customer and end user training and education needs through trending analysis and ensure proper training is provided where necessary.
• Contribute to the identification of recurring outages through trending analysis so that Problem Management is notified for assistance in eliminating recurring incidents that the business wants to eliminate.
• Identify opportunities for improving the tools used.
• Audit the Incident Management process.
• Escalate to Line Management and the Incident Management Process Owner in the event of a conflict between process and Line Management.
• Promote the Service Desk with the end-user community, through the maintenance of a webpage, info mails, bulletins and training Service Desk staff in communication skills, where needed.
• Provide Service Desk staff with appropriate information to enable them to perform their function effectively, including process information, technical knowledge, record allocation information, and access to Known Error information.

• Adhere to operational processes in the NIST CSF and MITRE ATT&CK framework.
• Adhere to the technical methods in the playbooks.
• Prior experience to advise, plan, deploy, configure, manage and monitor large scale and complex cyber defence and IT risk management and information or cybersecurity solutions.
• Prior experience in security incident management.
• Proficiency in preparation of reports, dashboards, and documentation.
• In-depth knowledge of security concepts such as cyber-attacks and techniques, Threat Vectors, Controls/Compliance, Risk Management and Incident Response.

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 - 3 years of experience in IT service management, with a focus on incident management.
• Proven experience in leading and managing critical incident responses.

Join us in shaping a World-Class Procurement Organisation!

We’re on a mission to transform our supply chain through smart, strategic procurement — driving value creation, enabling sustainable growth, and delivering excellence across 11 markets in the Africa Zone.

As Regional Category Manager – Agencies, Media & Production , you’ll play a pivotal role in developing and executing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver measurable impact.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development & execution of category strategies across Africa Zone.
• Partner with Global Procurement Office to align on centrally managed categories.
• Drive value creation through data analytics, market research, and risk mitigation.
• Manage supplier relationships , resolve disputes, and ensure smooth implementation of agreements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed best procurement practices .
• Track KPIs, budgets, and spend to ensure performance visibility.
• Champion innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• University degree with at least 2 years’ management experience .
• Strong stakeholder management , commercial acumen , and negotiation skills .
• Proven analytical ability and sound contracts knowledge .
• Experience in Pan-African, Regional, or Global Category Management .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office , Ariba , and ideally SAP .
• Willingness to travel across African markets.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a high-impact procurement transformation .
• Work across diverse markets with global collaboration .
• Drive strategic sourcing that shapes the future of our business.
• Opportunity to lead innovation and sustainability initiatives.

Our client manufactures, supplies and converts containers for a variety of applications, and they have a vacancy available for a Sales Manager in Spartan - Kempton Park area.

• Facilitating and providing direction on all rental and sales enquiries
• Seeking out new container sales and rental business opportunities within the market
• Facilitating the preparation of all quotations based on customer requirements
• Overseeing and being responsible for all required paperwork for the finance department to process sales/leasing invoices and purchase orders
• Facilitating and being responsible for the completion of credit applications for the finance department
• Overseeing submissions of all paperwork to the finance department and assisting with corrections in a timely fashion to ensure the correct capture of sale items
• Managing and expediting the delivery and collection (if required) of equipment to and from the client's premises
• Liaising with the sales and operations staff of the company
• Assisting with debt collection based on the debtor's age analysis
• Assisting with the administration of the debtor’s accounts – invoicing, credit notes, account queries, checking references for credit applications, dealing with the bank for bank codes
• Monitoring and tracking order numbers for equipment on sale items and ensuring that the correct order numbers are used and updated for clients as required
• Managing the region's sales and rental staff
• Managing key accounts
• Assist with “project” as and when required

• A minimum of five years of experience in business management with an emphasis in sales, production, project and operations management
• A relevant tertiary qualification is preferable (B Com, MBA, B Eng)
• Proven skills in business and financial management
• Prior experience in fulfilling the role of a Capella: Senior Sales Executive
• Demonstrated ability to work in a proactively diverse organization
• Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise a team of staff members
• Effective problem-solving and mediation skills
• Demonstrated ability to share skills and knowledge with others
• Proficiency with office computer equipment and software
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced office setting
• Proven ability to cope with conflict, stress and crisis situations

Market-related salary with good Commission is offered.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

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Overview

South Africa Marketplace – Partner Manager – (Strategic Partner/Portfolio Manager)

We are looking for a seasoned Partner Manager to own account strategies and executions in South Africa. Based in Johannesburg, your objective will be to grow and claim number one market share for your consumer across categories with your account and through your team by creating and executing the strategy, landing the seasonal stories and right assortment (breadth and depth) to serve your target consumer.

• An experienced retailer with an unwavering curiosity for our consumers, and an unrelenting desire to better serve them.
• A proven leader of people to work effectively towards a common goal
• A retailer with cross-functional experience and a proven track record of driving product strategy & business results.
• A leader that can build relationship across all levels of the organisation and navigate through complex situations including problem solving.
• A teammate who embodies the values that our company holds dear and contributes to a diverse & inclusive team culture where everyone can be themself.

In this role you create and drive the account vision and strategy with a focus on Lifestyle or Performance throughout the pre and in-season offense. You are the commercial voice for the marketplace, storytelling throughout the go-to-market process and team leader guiding and steering your direct reports and crossfunctional stakeholders.

You are a key member and leader of the Marketplace function on the ground in South Africa and report directly into the Marketplace Director for South Africa.

• Lead and develop your team and account/business in-line with the GEO/Global and Nike SA strategy.
• Own and lead the account relationships on CEO/Director level.
• Create and develop account specific strategies and drive implementation, buy in and action across the team, account and cross-functionally.

• Lead and plan your account's business: forecasts and scenario plans for the account using category, consumer, partner, brand and marketplace knowledge.
• Manage the partner and the marketplace: Ensure best presentation of stories and products at your account (digital & B&M) aligned with the Nike Marketplace strategy.
• Build a premium seamless consumer experience, scaling online-to-offline. Obsess product launch journeys across Account platform ecosystem
• Contribute to net revenue growth and net contribution of your account by managing the end to end business with your account.

• Manages teams, projects/programs, and/or external customers. Accountable for meeting short-term to medium-term targets that impact the department or team.
• Responsible for performance management, pay and resourcing decisions for direct reports.
• Implement and lead Account strategy complementing Nike Marketplace.
• Lead set accounts to contribute to the net revenue growth.
• Build annual trade terms to align to central direction whilst driving positive account behaviour aligned with business and accounts strategies, tracking and ensuring necessary compliance is maintained.
• Execute and influence where needed, the business season requirements (incl dates and gates) with your account end to end.
• Be an effective leader, team player and positive influence, leading by example.

In this role you will deliver the above core responsibilities.

You will also work cross-functionally with key partners such as Merchandising, Planning, Marketing, Finance, Operations, C and the Nike SA leadership team in service of our athletes and consumers, to deliver on our next strategy.

You must be collaborative and maximise the effectiveness of the cross-functional team, in service of the consumer.

The environment and the work requires an agile approach, every teammate is required to meet the work where it is, remain agile and ensure they contribute to any projects or business needs as defined by the Marketplace Leader and/or the Country Leader of South Africa when required.

A successful candidate will be expected to clearly demonstrate and articulate experience of the below essential requirements to be considered. Candidates that meet these criteria will then be assessed based on the competencies also outlined below.

• Strong retail acumen and understanding Nike products and consumer trends.
• Extensive experience as well as track record of managing, building and developing people/teams.
• Deep industry knowledge and strong leadership track record.
• Partner management at CEO/ Director level.
• Excellent in relationship building.
• Knowledge across retail, merch, planning to drive E2E improvements
• Visionary, Strategic and Innovative.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• A desire to better serve consumer with best-in-class retail journeys across the dimensions of sport performance and lifestyle.
• Prior cross-functional experience, internal and external stakeholder management.
• Self-driven individual that has a passion to serve consumers and motivated about the retail landscape.

• Instils trust by gaining the confidence and trust of others quickly through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Acts with courage Displays an openness to take on the unknown.
• Fosters effective teamwork contributes to a cohesive team culture and applies their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Ensures accountability holds themself and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Values Differences and creates an environment in which differences are openly shared, embraced and incorporated into team activities.
• Lead & Embrace change work with an agile mindset, help lead others including external partners.
• Communicates clear vision and strategy that motivates others to action. Clear consistent communication, and inspirational product storytelling.
• Thinks strategically Thinks beyond the day to day, taking a long-term view of the business based on an understanding of our consumer.

Overview

Banqueting & Events Manager

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Type: Permanent

Make every event feel effortless. Lead teams, delight clients, and deliver profit with precision.

You’ll own the full banqueting and events lifecycle from sales handover to post-event review ensuring flawless delivery, strong commercial outcomes, and consistent brand standards. This role blends hands-on operations with commercial accountability: budgeting, margin control, supplier management, and client relationship development.

This opportunity sits with a well-established hospitality and conferencing group operating a multi-venue resort and exhibition complex. The organisation combines strong financial stewardship with high guest service standards, scalable event operations, and a culture of continuous improvement.

• Plan, organise, and run banqueting functions, conferences, and special events end-to-end.
• Engage clients to scope requirements, prepare proposals/quotes, and oversee execution.
• Control budgets and costs; track income statements and margins per event.
• Negotiate pricing and packages to secure bookings while protecting profitability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene standards across all functions.
• Build lasting client relationships to drive repeat and referral business.
• Lead, roster, and coach the events/banqueting team for consistent, efficient service.
• Coordinate with kitchens, F&B, housekeeping, security, AV, and external suppliers for seamless delivery.
• Maintain accurate contracts, SOPs, and documentation aligned to industry standards; collaborate closely with Sales.

• Matric; a post-matric Diploma in Events Management is advantageous.
• 5+ years in banqueting/conference/exhibition management within a complex or resort environment.
• Solid knowledge of the conference & exhibition market and banqueting/F&B operations.
• Commercial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, and income statement analysis.
• Sales and marketing exposure; experience with centralised quoting is a plus.
• Competent on MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Events executed on time, on spec, and on budget—guest satisfaction scores consistently high.
• Revenue growth from repeat clients and improved conversion on qualified leads.
• Tight cost control and accurate post-event P&L with healthy per-event margins.
• A well-trained, service-driven team with strong cross-department collaboration.
• Zero tolerance incidents on H&S and food hygiene; clean internal and external audits.

The role is fast-paced and operationally demanding, especially in peak seasons. You’ll balance service excellence with commercial rigour and clear, calm leadership under pressure.

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