30 Yard Manager jobs in South Africa

2025/10/07

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Description

• Document all Stock Items

• Control and dispatch old stock and finished goods

• Ensure stock rotation

• Loss Control management

• People Management

• Operational implementation

• To uphold and promote the company values and culture

Requirements

Grade 12

Previous experience in a similar position will be advantageous

Experience in managing a team of people

Relevant product knowledge required

Strong communication skills (Verbal and written)

Work Level

Junior

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

Market Related

EE Position

No

Location

Seapoint

• Document all Stock Items

• Control and dispatch old stock and finished goods

• Ensure stock rotation

• Loss Control management

• People Management

• Operational implementation

• To uphold and promote the company values and culture

Grade 12

Previous experience in a similar position will be advantageous

Experience in managing a team of people

Relevant product knowledge required

Strong communication skills (Verbal and written)

If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country, please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.

Location: Kempton Park

Job Posting Title: General Manager, National Inventory Control & Ops Excellence

Time Type: Full Time

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or Business (Master's degree preferred) - Advantageous
• 8–12 years' experience in logistics operations or supply chain leadership roles.
• Proven track record in inventory management strategy, WMS oversight, and operational reporting.
• Expertise in data analytics and reporting tools (Power BI, ERP/WMS platforms).
• Strong background in Continuous Improvement (Lean, Six Sigma, CIP).
• Experience in talent development, leadership coaching, and organisational design.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including client-facing and cross-border collaboration.

• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute at both executive and operational levels.

• Excellent knowledge of ERP and WMS systems

• Advanced knowledge Relevant Planning & Inventory Management software/apps
• Highly proficient in Excel / Power BI for data management and reporting

Job Related Requirements

• Min 3 years' experience in managing stock and inventory
• 3-5 years' experience in a warehouse environment
• Extensive knowledge of Inbound, Outbound, Cycle-counting and Return processes and workflows
• Proven knowledge and experience in root cause analysis and problem solving, including investigating, and troubleshooting of stock discrepancies.
• Excellent communication skills and ability – be able to communicate assertively at all levels within and out of the company.
• Must be able to meet and manage customer expectations and ensure compliance to Policies, Regulations, Work Instructions and Workloads.
• A sound understanding of the Supply Chain.
• Financial acumen, especially the ability to explain the impact of changes in working capital on a business.
• Good interpersonal skills for client account management.
• A good understanding of MRP and inventory management principles
• Must be willing to travel for work

Added Advantages for the role

• Project Management experience
• Good people and leadership skills
• Excellent client relationship history
• System enhancement experience
• ERP / MRP / Planning & Scheduling systems exposure
• Team involvement
• Leadership ability
• Ability to plan long term

Main purpose of the role

The Operations Excellence & Inventory Strategy Manager will serve as a senior leader within the Operations function, driving strategic direction across inventory management, technology enablement, reporting, and innovation. Reporting directly to the Senior Operations Director, this role will shape and execute initiatives that strengthen operational integrity, ensure global best practice adoption, and build organisational capability.

The position is pivotal in aligning operational execution with strategic goals, partnering with clients and global counterparts, and building a high-performance culture through coaching, audits, and continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Strategic Inventory & Technology Leadership

2. Define and oversee the organisation's inventory strategy across all operations, ensuring alignment to client requirements and global best practices.

3. Lead strategic direction for Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), including health checks, upgrades, maintenance, and standardisation of usage across sites.
4. Champion innovation in operational processes, automation, and technology adoption to enhance efficiency, scalability, and client service.
5. Assess inventory status based on systematic and physical evidence
6. Develop recovery plan (inventory processes) based on initial assessment of the Inventory situation at the DC
7. Successfully communicate and implement action plan with roles and responsibilities on Inventory improvement
8. Mitigate risks (financial loss, theft, system or integration issues) associated with inventory

9. Endeavour to find new innovating ways to improve the stability and sustainability of all inventory through new innovations and technological advancements exploration

10. Operations Performance & Reporting

11. Own the Operations Balanced Performance Dashboard (SPQRCE framework), consolidating performance data across all sites.

12. Leverage Power BI and advanced reporting tools to deliver actionable insights to senior leadership, enabling data-driven decisions.
13. Provide executive-level reporting on inventory, system performance, continuous improvement, and key operational KPIs.

14. Measure inventory outcomes according to the SLA and KPI requirements

15. Global & Client Engagement

16. Collaborate closely with client stakeholders to ensure alignment of operational performance with client expectations and service commitments.

17. Serve as the key link to global resources and best practices, ensuring knowledge transfer and adoption of proven solutions across regions.
18. Understand and collaborate with clients and suppliers to build strong mutually beneficial relationships
19. Consistent reviews of all channels stock reports to ensure system to floor and system to system alignment is intact

20. Address any out of kilter issues in a timely and effective manner

21. Continuous Improvement & Audit Oversight

22. Act as the central CIP Champion, consolidating site-level improvement initiatives into a group-wide view.

23. Conduct or delegate health checks and operational audits across sites to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
24. Ensure that best practices, compliance, and operational standards are embedded and sustained across all operations.
25. Conduct root cause analysis to improve on and close out any factors relating to inventory constraints

26. Conduct continuous improvement analysis and initiatives to improve the overall state of inventory

27. Talent Development & Organisational Capability

28. Identify skills gaps within the Operations function and lead initiatives to evaluate, recruit, and develop talent.

29. Coach and mentor managers and teams, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

30. Build the next generation of operational leaders through structured development and exposure to strategic initiatives.

31. Inventory Management

32. Keyuser capabilities to ensure effective system setups are in place

33. Monitor the Inventory health via the system to ensure longevity on the implementation of the inventory action plan
34. Flag and investigate any misappropriated signs related to inventory
35. Plan and implement cycle counts, ABC analysis counting and various other processes in line with the KPI and contractual obligations.
36. Understand and monitor system setups related to the flow of inventory (sequencing and algorithms) on inbound to outbound and identify shortfalls
37. Manage system enhancement process

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers' needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

Company Description

TalentBridge Solutions (TBS) is a strategic partner in workforce transformation, offering integrated talent solutions that go beyond recruitment. We design performance-driven, compliance-aligned, and socially conscious workforce ecosystems to facilitate business growth and community development. Our team brings over 30 years of combined industry experience in workforce planning, talent management, legal advisory, and training. TBS provides the clarity, capability, and confidence to build high-performing workforces, helping businesses achieve their transformation goals.

Location:

West Rand, Johannesburg

CTC:

R35, 000 (Neg.) 

Role Purpose:

The Cost & Inventory Control Specialist will play a key role in 
monitoring, analysing, and controlling manufacturing costs

to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and profitability. The position involves managing Bills of Material (BOMs), overseeing Work-in-Process (WIP), validating inventory valuations, and performing detailed cost variance analyses. This role also ensures that Syspro costing data aligns with operational realities and supports sound financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Costing & Financial Analysis

·   Maintain and update standard costs in Syspro for all manufactured items.

·   Perform variance analyses (material, labour, overhead) and investigate deviations between standard and actual costs.

·   Calculate and maintain weighted average costs, landed costs, and cost roll-ups.

·   Prepare periodic cost reports comparing standard vs actual production costs.

2. Inventory & WIP Management

·   Perform monthly stock counts, reconciliations, and valuation checks.

·   Manage Work-in-Process (WIP) cost allocations and ensure accurate job costing.

·   Review job cards for completeness (material, labour, and overheads).

·   Assist in WIP and inventory cut-off procedures to ensure correct period reporting.

3. Bills of Material (BOM) & Routing Integrity

·   Audit BOMs for accuracy, material specifications, and cost structure.

·   Investigate cost impacts of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).

·   Ensure routing and BOM data integrity to support Syspro product costing accuracy.

·   Review and update standard costs regularly to reflect material price fluctuations.

4. Reporting & Decision Support

·   Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly management cost reports and dashboards.

·   Support budgeting and forecasting with reliable cost data and variance insights.

·   Collaborate with production, procurement, and finance teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.

·   Assist management with scenario analyses and recommendations for operational improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

·   Diploma or Degree in Cost Accounting / Management Accounting / Finance.

·   Minimum 5 years' experience in cost control or management accounting within a 
manufacturing or steel fabrication

environment.

·   Advanced 
Excel

proficiency (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, analysis tools).

·   
Syspro

experience essential (inventory, WIP, BOM, and costing modules).

·   Understanding of absorption vs variable costing, landed cost principles, and inventory valuation methods (FIFO, Weighted Average).

·   Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.

Core Competencies

·   Analytical and detail-oriented thinker.

·   Strong financial acumen with an operational understanding of manufacturing flow.

·   Integrity, accountability, and accuracy under pressure.

·   Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

·   Accuracy of standard vs actual cost reporting.

·   Timeliness of month-end cost reports and reconciliations.

·   Integrity of Syspro data (BOM/WIP/Inventory).

·   Variance reduction and cost efficiency improvements.

Job Description
Key Performance Outputs
The successful candidate will be reporting to Operations Coordinator, and will be responsible but not limited to the following:

• Monitor and issue consumables to relevant personnel as and when required.
• Monitor, issue and control relevant keys.
• Ensure availability of necessary tools to ensure daily operation.
• Ensure safe lock away of money bags at all times.
• Check drainage requirements of all pay stations machines.
• Timeous response to reported pay stations malfunctions and issues.
• Prepare manual banking of monies received from replenished change as well as Cash in Transit.
• Reconciliation of pay stations and Car Park Attendants monies received.
• Counting of monies in conjunction with designated personnel in safe environment.
• Cash up and reconcile monies received from Cash Officers.
• Reconciliation of pay stations and banking of overs.
• Record transaction information on forms and logs and escalate discrepancies accordingly.
• Keep record of monies collected.
• Record keeping of all daily activities performed at pay stations.
• Check, record and sign-off on all remaining money bags.
• Adhere to and ensure adherence to statutory regulations, organizational standards, policies and procedures.
• Report non-compliance and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance.
• Build, support and maintain interpersonal and team relationships to ensure stable working environment and achievement of team objectives.Technical Skills and Experience

Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such will be required:

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) is essential
• 1- year financial administrative operational experience is essential
• Basic knowledge of MS computer literacy
• Valid Code B licence

Competencies

• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Planning and Organizing
• Decision making
• Problem solving

Application and Enquiries
Kindly apply online for this opportunity following the Oracle link below:

Career Portal )

By November 2025
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment.
Positions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa's values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.

We are seeking an assertive, highly organized Team Leader to guide a case management team in the healthcare and insurance sector. This role requires someone who is both a strong people manager and a disciplined, results-driven leader someone who ensures cases move forward with precision, urgency, and accountability.

Beyond process oversight, this leader must be able to think critically, apply judgment in complex situations, and actively develop the team through training and coaching.

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of case managers and support staff.
• Drive accountability, ensuring every case is handled accurately, on time, and to the highest standard.
• Act as the primary escalation point for clients, clinics, and insurance providers.
• Design and deliver training to upskill team members and ensure consistent standards.
• Use strategic judgment to resolve issues quickly and effectively, even when clear procedures dont exist.
• Set clear expectations, monitor performance, and provide coaching for continuous improvement.
• Streamline workflows to increase efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Represent the team in client meetings and management reviews with confidence and professionalism.

• 5+ years experience in healthcare administration, insurance verification, or case management.
• 2+ years in a leadership, supervisory, or operations role.
• Proven experience training, coaching, and developing staff.
• Strong knowledge of case management processes, insurance workflows, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success in problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide both clients and staff.

• Proactive, disciplined, and detail-oriented, with a nothing slips through the cracks mindset.
• Thinks strategically, trains effectively, and develops others to reach higher performance levels.
• Confident holding others accountable while motivating them to excel.
• Thrives under pressure and maintains a structured, solution-focused approach in all situations.

Job Description
Operations Coordinator

An exciting opportunity exists at Kimberley Airport for a dedicated Operations Coordinator in the Operations Management division.

Key Performance Outputs

The successful candidate, reporting to the Senior Operations Coordination will be responsible for the following:

• Manage capacity through coordinating infrastructure maintenance and development projects to achieve a high level of infrastructure availability in a safe operating environment.
• Provide view and make recommendations in terms of impact and availability of infrastructure across all operational areas.
• Monitoring construction activities and the impact thereof on operational requirements, safety standards, security standards and service levels.
• Detect, proactively monitor and manage events (deviation from the norm) in collaboration with other departments and implement remedial action.
• Ensure business continuity during emergency situations (Phase 3 - crash/highjack).
• Monitor and manage process and system efficiency within operations (queuing and processing times) and recommend/implement remedial action where needed.
• Take overall responsibility for the results of ASQ and QMS surveys and define corrective action where required Analyse information to identify trends to ensure process and system efficiency.
• Ensure compliance to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
• Ensure effective and regular communication of new statutory regulations, organisational standards, policies and procedures to ensure full awareness amongst stakeholders.
• Ensure that operations are executed in accordance with existing contract (SLA).
• Participate in people development initiatives such as performance management, succession planning, talent management etc. to ensure team performance meet required standards.
• Provide detailed incident reports as required in terms of ACSA policies and procedures.
• Coordinate resources to ensure maximum resource availability (resource uptime) and most effective allocation and coordination of resources.
• Direct and coordinate stakeholders to ensure passengers are processed efficiently.
• Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal (peers, unions, team) as well as external (service providers etc.) relationships and implement remedial actions required to ensure achievement of organisational goals.
• Participate in the compilation of annual operational budgets and monitoring of expenditure against budget and amendments to forecast if needed.
• Identify cost-saving initiatives within area of control.

Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such, will be required:

• The successful candidate must have a valid Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
• Relevant Certificate in Airport Operations Recommended.
• Relevant Diploma is Essential.
• Relevant Degree is Recommended.
• 4 years' experience in Airport Operations or relevant Operations is essential.
• Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Code B driver's license.

Competencies

• Business Acumen.
• Contract Management.
• Analytical skills.
• Report writing.
• Problem solving.
• Good communication skills.
• Project Management.
• Planning and organising.
• Negotiation skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Results orientated.
• Adapting and responding to change.
• Decision making.
• Critical thinking.
• Persuade and influencing.
• Fast knowledge on immigration, customs and port health laws.
• ACI service standards.
• IATA standards.
• ICAO Annexures.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment

Positions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan. Should you not hear from Airports Company South Africa

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.

Job Description
Key Performance Output
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Charge hand Trolleys, and will be responsible but not limited to the following:

• Indicate unserviceable equipment to relevant stakeholders.
• Day to day deployment of equipment.
• Safeguarding of assets.
• Adhere to relevant statutory/legislative regulations, SOP's, operational standards, policies and practices.
• Mitigation of risk to limit injuries.
• Managing the company's risk exposure through identifying, implementing and maintaining risk control measures to minimise company's liability.
• Compile and submit general operational constraints reports.
• Report on trolley stock levels.
• Counting of trolleys as required.
• Liaison and engage with internal stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient operations.
• Engage and assist customers when required.
• Planning of resources in terms of demand and supply.
• Monitor resources to ensure operational needs are met.

Technical Skills And Experience
The following skills and experience or the equivalent of such will be required:

• National Senior Certificate is essential.
• Code B driver's license is advantageous.
• 1 - 3 years Business operational experience is recommended.

Competencies

• Communication.
• Planning and organising
• Rule following
• Interpersonal skills
• Action orientated.

Positions will be filled in line with Airports Company South Africa's values and Employment Equity Policy and Plan.
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of your application, consider your application unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, NQF level and credits, and must be eligible for Top Security Clearance within 3 months of appointment.

Job Description
Key performance output

• Remain up to date with macro and micro-economic conditions, legislation, competition, market sentiment and the industry in general.
• Anticipate and plan for circumstances that may influence the development and implementation of the functional strategic plan.
• Provide input into the development of the business plan.
• Analyse business plans, develop and implement functional plans.
• Provide input into sub-functional planning.
• Plan team activities.
• Resolve problems as they are encountered to ensure achievement against plan.
• Interpret the approved operational plans.
• Determine how resources and processes must be utilised / applied to achieve the objectives.
• Mobilise resources to ensure achievement of operational targets and objectives.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of organisational standards, policies and procedures within span of control and monitor implementation to ensure full compliance.
• Oversee the implementation of SHE processes and conducted according to set standards.
• Adhere to and ensure adherence to statutory legislation regulations, ICAO ,SACAA,OHS Act and organisational standards, policies and procedures.
• Report non-compliance and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance.
• Conduct compliance audits, report on and follow-up to ensure that non-conformances/compliance have been addressed.
• Compile and submit reports to relevant manager on non-conformances, risks and remedial actions as identified in compliance inspections and audits.
• Conduct Safety Risk Assessment on new projects, ongoing projects and where there is change in operation or product ,including occupational Hygiene surveys.
• Effective implementation of a QMS including conformances to specified standards.
• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessment as per regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that corrective actions are implemented and closed-off in respect of all reported non-conformances, risks and remedial actions.
• Review final incident and accident investigation reports and ensure that corrective action is implemented.
• Submit relevant reports to statutory authorities.
• Obtain, check and refine information.
• Collate and submit reports
• Run data exception reports and take corrective action.
• Conduct document control spot-checks.
• Advise SHE Manager on deviations, trends, associated risks and remedial actions.
• Coordinate and facilitate legislative appointment training.
• Plan and implement Safety Campaigns.
• Develop training material for SHE related training.
• Provide inputs into tenders and procurement process and enforcement as per legislation.
• Manage contractor performance according to Service Level Agreement.
• Provide input into annual budget planning process and submit to line management for approval.
• Monitor and allocate expenses.
• Assess expenditure and resolve gaps.
• Support identification, implementation and development of processes to optimise cost efficiency.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate and supervise subordinate activities to ensure efficiency and achievement of goals.
• Participate in people development initiatives such as performance management, succession planning and talent management to ensure team performance meet required standards.
• Agree and implement own and sub-ordinates development plans.
• Assess team development needs and close gaps.
• Coach subordinates by explaining how and what must be done to ensure appropriate team development.
• Provide specialised technical / professional support to internal and external stakeholders to ensure achievement of functional and organisational objectives.
• Build, support and maintain healthy, diverse internal and external relationships to ensure

Technical requirements

The Following Skills And Experience Will Be Required

• National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and
• Relevant Bachelor's degree (N7) are essential.
• Relevant Honour's (N8) degree recommended.
• 3 years Safety / Environmental / Risk Management / Public Health experience is essential.
• 3 years Supervisory experience is essential.
• 3 years in Safety management in an airport environment is recommended.
• Code B license

Competencies

• Planning and Organising
• Analytical Thinking
• Action orientated
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Ethics and Integrity
• Conflict Management
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Relations