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Immediate Superior: Anton Visser  
Job Grade: 10 
Location: Sedibeng
Function: Supply Chain 
Sub Function: Customer Services & Logistics
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 150923 
Closing Date: 07/02/2026

1) Relevant Experience

Proven experience in Supply Chain / Logistics / Distribution operations

Hands-on exposure to Returnable Packaging Management (RPM) including:

Crates, pallets, glass, kegs

Yard control and space optimisation

Packaging movements and integrity compliance

Experience working with / managing service providers / LSPs (e.g., LRSA, EnviroServ, cleaning/security partners)

2) Operational & Compliance Capability

Strong understanding of operational governance and internal controls (ICC / compliance discipline)

Ability to enforce site standards:

Safety compliance

Housekeeping

Risk management (16 Pillar / operational risk discipline)

3) KPI & Performance Management

Ability to manage and report daily, weekly, monthly KPIs, including:

OTIF / delivery performance

Sorting adherence

Truck performance (W2G / G2G)

Service provider performance

Strong execution management: planning, follow-up, closure discipline

4) Stock Control & Inventory Accuracy

Strong stock control mindset including:

Cycle counts / monthly stock takes

Loss control (stock losses, MBFU)

Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

5) Systems / Data Competence

Working knowledge of SAP inventory monitoring

ZMM75, MB51, ZMM112 (or equivalent)

Strong Excel / reporting capability

Ability to interpret data trends and convert them into operational action

6) Financial Acumen

Ability to manage and influence OPEX control

Experience in:

Budgeting and forecasting

Overspend identification and corrective actions

Claims/credits resolution

CAPEX workflow initiation (advantage)

7) Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication

Ability to coordinate across stakeholders including:

Packaging

Production planning

Procurement

DCS structures

LSP / suppliers

Strong leadership behaviours:

Accountability

Problem solving

Continuous improvement / TPM mindset

 

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.