16 FMCG Wholesale jobs in Durban on Job Mail

Are you a Top performing Field Sales Rep that enjoys being out on the road and having face to face customer interactions, planning your own schedule and looking for a new and exciting career adventure?

We want someone that stays in close range of Umlazi, like 15 - 20 km radius ONLY and must have their OWN vehicle, registered on their name, valid drivers' license, excellent sales track record, great relationship builder, familiar with the informal market, Matric and excellent communication

You will be responsible for travelling to the informal market within Umlazi

Retain current clients and get new clients onboard

Merchandising

Promotions in-store

Work towards passing monthly sales targets

Update sales system with daily sales figures

Should have:

Own vehicle

Matric

1 - 3 years' field sales experience within FMCG industry, covering informal markets (taverns, tuck shop, shebeens, townships) within Bloemfontein and have an existing client base

Great relationship building skills

Target driven

Deadline driven

Excellent timekeeper

The sooner you can start, the better

Clear ITC and Crim

Contactable references

Great sales track record

Are you a Top performing Field Sales Rep that enjoys being out on the road and having face to face customer interactions, planning your own schedule and looking for a new and exciting career adventure?

We want someone that stays in close range of Bloemfontein, like 15 - 20 km radius ONLY and must have their OWN vehicle, registered on their name, valid drivers' license, excellent sales track record, great relationship builder, familiar with the informal market, Matric and excellent communication

You will be responsible for travelling to the informal market within Bloemfontein

Retain current clients and get new clients onboard

Merchandising

Promotions in-store

Work towards passing monthly sales targets

Update sales system with daily sales figures

Should have:

Own vehicle

Matric

1 - 3 years' field sales experience within FMCG industry, covering informal markets (taverns, tuck shop, shebeens, townships) within Bloemfontein and have an existing client base

Great relationship building skills

Target driven

Deadline driven

Excellent timekeeper

The sooner you can start, the better

Clear ITC and Crim

Contactable references

Great sales track record

Our client is looking for a FMCG Sales Representative to sell their range of household products. To target the retail sector, this person must be a self starter, ambitious, hunter with an out going personality who makes connections and builds relationships easily.

• Managing & achieving sales volumes, targets & KPIs.
• Cold calling, sourcing & acquiring new business.
• Negotiating sales/pricing.
• Implementing sales drives activities.
• Maintaining recommended selling prices.
• Educating & presenting to outlet owners.
• Ensuring customer satisfaction. Building & maintaining relationships.
• Achieving targets.
• Travelling to various customers daily.
• General Administration.

Qualifications:

• Matric with relevant qualification.
• Must have at least 1 - 2 years’ experience in the Food Service industry.
• Strong general knowledge of industry.
• Must have own transport and valid driver license.
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Outgoing and confident.
• Business driven.
• Candidate needs to be very competitive, and results driven.
• Tech Savvy.
• Must have their own car

Purpose:

The key purpose of this role is the safe operation of one or more discrete processes in the brewing & utilities plant (e.g. Wort Cooling, Yeast Management, Filtration Q&C), the execution of maintenance tasks, quality control checks and analyses, and the coaching of fellow team members to produce a consistent product of the right quality at optimum cost.

Requirements:

• Grade 12?
• Basic computer literacy (Microsoft/ SAP)?
• Problem solving skills?
• Good communication skills?
• Ability to work shifts
• Experience within the FMCG industry would be advantageous

Purpose:

The key purpose of this role is to maintain, repair and optimise plant and associated devices to ensure plant availability and product quality at minimum cost without sacrificing standards.

Requirements:

• Minimum N3 Technical qualification or higher
• Trade test qualification in Mechanical / Electrical/ Instrumentation
• Experience in Packaging would be advantageous
• Summative assessment in current role would be advantageous
• 2 year’s post trade test experience would be advantageous
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Basic operations of electronic communication devices

Key Attributes:

• Ability to solve problems on FMCG machines
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge to operation staff improving their skills sets
• Ability to train, coach and mentor operation staff on ATO and 5’s principles
• Ability to optimise usages and reduce wastage with permanent solutions
• Interpersonal Skills,Work in Teams and Collaborate
• Ability to work no supervision (strong self-management practices)
• Ability to problem solve using basic problem solving tools (5 why; fishbone)
• Ability to reduce machine downtime to minimum while ensuring the all problems have permanent solutions
• Ability to analyse various graphical data and open gaps to improve performance
• Ability to identify non-standard work and tag the defects
• Ability to work out spares requirements for machines and request via the sap system
• Ability to be able to use electronic communication devices e.g. Tablets, laptops and other devices

Purpose:

The key purpose of this role is to operate the packaging process to achieve minimal variability in product quality and maximum throughput whilst minimising waste.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Matric certificate
• Ability to work shifts
• Experience in working in a packaging process environment
• Alert and quick to respond to out of control situations
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving ability

Requirements:
• Tertiary degree is essential?
• Knowledge of industrial safety rules and regulations?
• Technical skills to identify safety and operational non-compliance?
• Ability to conduct investigations into safety incidents, identifying root causes and developing
preventative and corrective actions (Incident Investigator)?
• Understanding of ABInBev Safety, Health & Environmental Management Systems (VPO)
[SAMTRAC or NEBOSH] National Diploma in a related field –Safety Management?
• 2-5 years experience in a Brewery with exposure to VPO, Safety and Engineering fields?
• Experience in working in an industrial or FMCG environment essential?
• Good presentation, report drafting, and problem-solving skills?
• Ability to coaching and training teams?
• Ideal candidate would have experience in working with the NOSA integrated system?
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work across the levels in the plant?

We are looking for a Chep Administrator (Pallets Controller) for the Mobeni area in Durban to maintain the movement of Pallets both internally and externally and monitor the specific Account.

Key Performance Areas

• Responsible and accountable for Pallet Control and management of pallets in the warehouse and at customers nationally.
• Responsible for the update of CHEP details for customers on the database
• Responsible for the daily capturing and reconciliation of pallet movements to and from customers and depots and tracking pallets de-hired off the CHEP Account.
• Ensure that accurate Customer Record Cards are kept as hard copies and such documentation is available.
• Reconcile on both a weekly basis and monthly basis pallet cost and counts to eliminate pallet losses.
• Regular liaison with Customers on pallet recoveries.
• Resolve outstanding pallet issues/ pallet stock variances.
• Reconcile Chep account to Portfolio. Resolve all outstanding queries to prevent excessive costs on the CHEP Account.
• To effectively control and manage pallet costs and pallet losses.
• Work collaboration with teammates and Chep to maximise efficiencies and best practice.
• Raising of queries for incorrect charges
• Daily Recon of physical pallets, pallets in warehouse, pallets in transit vs pallets received
• Managing the collection of Pallets from customers
• Ensuring documents are verified and updated daily, and sent through to the relevant departments when required/ timeously
• Weekly stocktake of pallets to ensure easier and accurate control
• Presenting weekly physical pallet reconciliation to Operations Manager

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

An amazing opportunity has come up for a Creditors Clerk at a Reputable Company based in Durban, South Africa.

The individual will be required to do the following

• The key focus is ensuring accurate capturing and timeously payment of all creditor invoices.
• Reconcile and process remittance advices for Trade Creditors.
• Responsible for maintaining an accurate creditors list
• Ensure payments are made by obtaining appropriate authorization
• Process creditor invoices
• Enter invoices and other ad hoc accounting duties.
• Previous Creditors and Accounting, experience & roles
• Must understand Creditors Reconciliations and be able to reconcile variances back to Evolution.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Experience on Sage Evolution, Pastel Partner, or similar accounting packages.
• Ability to analyse and problem solve
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with internal teams, as well as Suppliers.

DUTIES:

• Installing, troubleshooting and overhauling entire heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Measuring refrigeration or air conditioning components for installation
• Working with hand and power tools to install refrigeration or air conditioning components
• Measuring and cutting piping, and connecting piping using welding equipment
• Testing heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems for leaks
• Performing routine maintenance
• Repairing and replacing components for entire heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Installing, maintaining and repairing equipment in refrigerated trucks
• Preparing work estimates
• Reading and interpreting blueprints

The purpose of this position is to execute daily production schedules/plan for all production units, capacity planning, KPI reporting, measure adherence to processes , ensure master data is updated daily, monitor variances in forecasts daily, cover for materials planner when necessary. Production planner will also need to communicate all of the above to the relevant stakeholders and when required

Job description in more detail:
• Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacture of products: Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet delivery dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource
requirements.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times
• Confers with department managers to determine status of assigned projects.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Prepares production reports.
• Ensures daily, weekly and monthly production requirements are achieved to meet customer expectation.
• Analyze and prepare documents required for production.
• Data analysis and decision making to support raw material supply and finished goods demand.
• Creates production schedule and prioritizes job-orders for production optimization.
• Maintains the production schedule and other reports as required.
• Follow-up as required with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to
meet production schedule and customer expectation.
• Complete status reports for production progress, work in process, and raw material inventory.
• Interacts with management on a daily basis to resolve issues regarding manufacturing efficiencies or additional information as requested from Manufacturing, Customer
Services and Accounting.
• May be asked to perform other duties at a lower or level or higher-level proficiency

Grade 12 or equivalent with Mathematics
• Two years related experience in a manufacturing industry
• Understanding of Business Operations
• SAP/ SYSPRO/ SAGE or similar experience
• Advanced Excel User (preferable)
• Be able to compile detailed working schedule
• Planning and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of ERP / MRP systems

National wine company is seeking an experienced Sales Consultant in the Durban area.

Experience required:

• 1-2 years Liquor Industry experience, dealing with restaurants, hotels, bars

Responsibilities will include:

• Achieving volume objectives within your respective area.
• Execute promotions and listing drives.
• Identify and achieve new listings on wine lists by applying your strong business acumen and negotiation skills.
• Build strong relationships with customers.
• Conduct structured trade visits with Winemakers and brand marketing representatives.
• Be involved in special events.
• Conduct regular wine service training with and for customers and their staff.
• Provide regular feedback to management on competitive brand information regarding trending brands, emerging consumer behaviour and consumption patterns.

If you meet all of the above, please send your CV to hr@pronel.co.za Please note due to high volume responses, only candidates that meet the advertised criteria will be contacted.

The purpose of this position is to execute daily production schedules/plan for all production units, capacity planning, KPI reporting, measure adherence to processes , ensure master data is updated daily, monitor variances in forecasts daily, cover for materials planner when necessary. Production planner will also need to communicate all of the above to the relevant stakeholders and when required

Job description in more detail:
• Plans and prepares production schedules for manufacture of products: Draws up master schedule to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet delivery dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
• Analyzes production specifications and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, tools, and human resource
requirements.
• Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times
• Confers with department managers to determine status of assigned projects.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Prepares production reports.
• Ensures daily, weekly and monthly production requirements are achieved to meet customer expectation.
• Analyze and prepare documents required for production.
• Data analysis and decision making to support raw material supply and finished goods demand.
• Creates production schedule and prioritizes job-orders for production optimization.
• Maintains the production schedule and other reports as required.
• Follow-up as required with all teams to expedite flow of materials and documents to
meet production schedule and customer expectation.
• Complete status reports for production progress, work in process, and raw material inventory.
• Interacts with management on a daily basis to resolve issues regarding manufacturing efficiencies or additional information as requested from Manufacturing, Customer
Services and Accounting.
• May be asked to perform other duties at a lower or level or higher-level proficiency

Grade 12 or equivalent with Mathematics
• Two years related experience in a manufacturing industry
• Understanding of Business Operations
• SAP/ SYSPRO/ SAGE or similar experience
• Advanced Excel User (preferable)
• Be able to compile detailed working schedule
• Planning and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of ERP / MRP systems

Our client based in Durban is looking for an Area Sales Manager.

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years' retail FMCG sales experience as a senior sales representative or similar level with a successful track record of interaction with retail buyers will be required.
• Key accounting, preferably with exposure to the SPAR Group and a working knowledge of its operations and fundamental business principles will be advantageous.
• The candidate must be willing to travel within the region.
• Be a highly skilled communicator and negotiator and ensure customer service excellence is executed at all times in a proactive manner.
• The ability to work independently in a self-disciplined manner to deliver operational and administrative sales objectives is a prerequisite.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate will report to the National Channel Manager and primarily be responsible for the management of strategic key private label accounts in the KZN area.
• The job holder will be expected to maintain and grow relationships within the region at both a DC, Buyer, and store level thereby driving the achievement of sales volumes and pricing targets across the basket of products.
• Interfacing with SPAR sales agents to ensure that our products are effectively distributed and merchandised to improve forward share and achieve CATMAN execution requirements.
• Provide input and support to sales forecasting and logistical supply chain processes to ensure on time delivery is achieved.
• Compile weekly and monthly feedback reports and price surveys with supporting analysis and interpretation. Attend to product quality issues.

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree / NQF level 7
• 10 years’ experience in a management role in FMCG Manufacturing
• A good track record in production management.

Reporting to the Operations Director – Long Life Foods, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Job Responsibilities:

• Financial Management
• Facilitate assessment of budgetary requirements for various processes, activities and running costs and compile an operations budget.
• Manage budgets and monitor expenses ensuring expenditure is within budget.
• Allocate resources and assess utilisation to ensure optimal usage.
• Manage expenses and ensure budgetary compliance and continuously strive to save costs.

Operations excellence and management

• Monitor equipment efficiency and ensures optimal utilisation of plant.
• Actively manage production variances and asset care processes.

Strategy Formulation and Implementation

• Contribute to organisational strategy through formulation of the business strategy to ensure sustainability and profitability.
• Formulate and implement detailed plans and objectives for product development, production, maintenance, plant improvements, asset reliability, quality assurance, supply chain management, environmental health and safety and people management.
• Set objectives and key performance indicators for above mentioned processes and develop and implement a processes / system to monitor these.

Food Safety, Governance & Compliance

• Adhere to and maintain all relevant safety targets and measurements within the area of responsibility, ensuring they secure and maintain all relevant permits and licenses to operate.
• Adhere to and lead in the compliance to all Environmental, Health and Safety and all other applicable regulatory statutes, and all other safety and quality systems.
• Monitor any trends in food and operational safety compliance issues and proactively address to resolve.
• Actively address all customer and supplier concerns.

People Management

• Provide leadership to the team, defining objectives to be achieved by the plant as well as each department.
• Deploy people management processes – workforce planning, recruitment & selection, training and development, performance management, career and succession planning, employee relations etc. in line with organisational policies, procedures, and prevailing improvement initiatives.
• Design and review operation’s organisational structure to support operational plans and strategy, in collaboration with HR.

Supply Chain

• Coordinate raw materials and service supply, production, maintenance, quality assurance and despatch in a way that ensures that key performance indicators for production and packaging quality, manufacturing yield, asset utilisation and on-time delivery to correct customers are achieved.
• Manage the actions for continuous and sustainable improvement to ensure improvement on throughput, efficiency, quality, and cost.

Quality

• Ensure alignment of all work processes to the required quality standards.
• Proactively identify continuous improvement strategies.
• Action agreed quality initiatives ensuring that they are aligned to tasks / processes and systems.

Implement corrective actions identified within specified time