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Process Fitter

Job Description

Join National Brands Limited (NBL) and be part of a legacy that has shaped South Africa’s biscuit tradition for over 170 years. With two iconic factories in Isando and Westmead, we produce beloved brands like Bakers Tennis®, Blue Label Marie®, and Choice Assorted®; creating moments of joy for generations of South Africans. At NBL, you’ll work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment where innovation, quality, and teamwork thrive.

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

• Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands, influencing daily life.
• Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement.
• Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL’s 5 world-class facilities.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Process Fitter at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando, Biscuits.  The purpose of the role is to ensure that planned and preventative maintenance and breakdown repair work on plant equipment will be carried out.

Line Manager: Process Foreman

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Health and Safety

• Continuously adhere to and engage in safe working practices.
• Adhere to the company safety policy.
• Adhere to the company’s food safety policies.

Maintenance

• Carry out breakdown repair work on all plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules as required on equipment within the area of responsibility.
• Perform planned shutdown work on plant and ancillary equipment.
• Contribute to the scope of work for planned maintenance activities.
• Identify potential reliability issues, and poor engineering practices, and take appropriate actions to rectify such deviations

Problem-solving

• Contribute to investigating and completing root cause & failure analysis on protracted/recurrent breakdowns & failures.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on problem-solving techniques to fellow workers.
• Adhere to the company’s escalation policy and procedure.

Reporting

• Record all maintenance data (downtime, spares, and improvement recommendations) on Shopware CMMS.
• Complete checklists and take appropriate follow-up measures
• Provide performance feedback through shift or task handovers as well as team meeting platforms

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• Have at least 3 years of experience in processing plant machinery in an FMCG or manufacturing facility.
• FMCG Plant Maintenance experience is essential.
• Experienced and knowledgeable with pneumatics.
• Working experience in conveyance systems.
• Working experience in moulding and forming equipment.
• Experienced working on gas-fired ovens will be an added advantage

Qualifications:

• Matric essential
• Trade-tested Fitter at an accredited training facility
• Minimum of N4 Technical Qualification with Mechanical Trade Theory

Additional Requirements/Competencies:

• Must be able to work shifts
• Welding, basic turning/fabrication knowledge
• Good fault-finding abilities
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook (e-mail)
• Knowledgeable in QMS, HACCP, and GMPs is an advantage
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Regulations

Ownership

Take the Next Step with NBL

Join our team, make a real impact, and contribute to the success of South Africa’s favourite biscuit brands. Apply now and become part of a team that’s dedicated to quality ingredients, and a touch of Bakers® magic!

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Kurt Geiger – Flexi Store Assistant

Job Description

A LEGACY OF LUXURY & STYLE

Kurt Geiger is more than a brand; it’s a way of life. Kurt Geiger is for the modern man who values sophistication, quality, and bold self-expression, offering timeless designs and now the luxurious Verve fragrance to complement its iconic style. As part of The Spitz Group, Kurt Geiger stands alongside world-class brands like GANT, Lacoste, and Carvela, creating a legacy of distinction.

Are you passionate about luxury fashion and exceptional customer service? Do you thrive in a dynamic retail environment where attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence are key? If so, join our prestigious retail team as a Flexi Store Assistant and become part of a brand that defines style and sophistication.

You will provide world-class service, assist customers in finding their perfect purchases, and ensure seamless store operations. Your role will be essential in maintaining our brand’s high standards while offering flexibility to suit both your lifestyle and our store’s needs. 

Your Role:

As a Flexi Store Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring an outstanding shopping experience, supporting sales success, and upholding our brand’s reputation through meticulous stock and cash management. 

Key Responsibilities:

Cash Control & Accuracy

• Perform cash desk duties efficiently while ensuring zero variances.
• Follow daily cash control and banking processes with precision.
• Handle manual transactions accurately when required. 

Stock Management & Organisation

• Execute daily stock procedures to maintain seamless store operations.
• Assist in managing customer orders and ensuring timely fulfillment.
• Conduct weekly stock counts and maintain storeroom organisation.
• Complete shoe pairing exercises to uphold stock integrity. 

Customer Service & Sales Support

• Deliver a premium shopping experience with expert product knowledge.
• Foster strong customer relationships by offering personalised service.
• Uphold the brand’s luxury standards through professionalism and enthusiasm. 

What You Need to Succeed:

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential)
• 6 months – 1 year of retail experience (luxury or fashion retail preferred)
• A passion for high-end fashion, footwear, and customer engagement
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and peak trading hours 

Additional Skills & Attributes:

• Strong numerical ability and accuracy in handling transactions
• Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities
• A detail-oriented mindset to uphold brand standards
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative setting
• A natural ability to build relationships and engage with customers 

Why Join Kurt Geiger?

• Iconic Brand Legacy: Work with a renowned brand known for its unique style and craftsmanship
• Commitment to Quality: Be part of a team that values uncompromising quality and detail
• Prestigious Portfolio: Join The Spitz Group and work with top brands like Lacoste, Carvela, and GANT 

Take the Next Step with Kurt Geiger
If you have the passion, flexibility, and dedication to thrive in a prestigious retail setting, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the first step in your luxury retail journey.

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Regional Administrator

Job Description

Our AVI Field Marketing Share Services team bridges the gap between our brands and the market by creating impactful in-store experiences and engaging directly with customers. We focus on executing marketing strategies at ground level, ensuring our products are both visible and accessible. Through promotional activities and close collaboration with retailers, we drive sales and strengthen our connection with consumers.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Regional Administrator for our Field Marketing regional office in Cape Town. Individual must provide administrative support to the Regional Operations Manager and Area Sales Mangers in order to achieve operational excellence

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Regional Operations Manager

Key Areas of Impact:

Maintain all relevant master data/files

• Ensure the service master and Footprint is up to date at all times
• Maintain Field Marketing relevant master data records for mobility purposes
• Maintain and check accurate customer master data relevant for accurate sales reporting for Indigo and NBL– correct employees linked to correct stores and areas
• Manage workflows for opening and closing customers as per customer communication
• Manage and keep company asset registers accurately and up to date
• Vehicle Master
• Maintain accurate, up to date master of all employee telephone numbers in the region

Monitor and report on compliance to budget

• Draw monthly expenses report and analyse expenses
• Accurate processing of expenses for the region
• Collating monthly fuel logs, checking for any discrepancies and loading on the portal accurately
• Probe for further information and keep budget monitor up to date, ensure deadlines are met for feedback
• Check accuracy of expense allocation

Maintain relevant administrative records and documentation

• Work closely with HR and ensure completion of any relevant documentation as required for Risk and
• Incident reporting purposes in the region
• Reconcile all regional expenses and investigate and rectify discrepancies
• Manage company credit card /corporate card. Process expense claims timeously on a monthly. This must be adhered to according to the company corporate card policy and only be used for business purposes. Report any discrepancies and anomalies to the Regional
• Operations Manager.
• Monthly consolidation of driver log sheets/Mileage, ensure high level of accuracy and conduct spot checks on private and business kilometers using the relevant report
• Check accuracy of expense allocation in the region. This refers to all invoices/charges for the region’s cost centre –
  • Printing
  • Stationary
  • Catering
  • Travel expenses
  • Cysle meeting expenses

Effective customer and BU administration

• Establish good relationships with field staff and BU’s
• Share information and handle complaints in an effective manner according to company procedures
• Redirect queries and complaints according to instructions and operational brief
• POS monitors
• NPD Trackers
• COOP Trackers
• Free stock monitors
• Voucher allocation
• Assist AR with investigation of customer claims for damaged and expired stock and submit claims on time

Effective administration

• Conduct the necessary daily, weekly and monthly planning
• Compile relevant reports as requested and submit timeously
• Check daily C Track report and monitor accuracy on vehicle reporting
• Complete regional sales administration timeously
• Maintenance and safekeeping of company equipment such as projectors, tablets and laptops not in use
• Manage spare keys to company vehicles
• Ensure monthly fuel and mileage logs are up to date and submitted on time
• Vehicle hand overs and check lists
• Monitor and manage company vehicle licences

What It Takes to Succeed: 

Experience that set you up for success:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Administrator within FMCG/ Retail
• Must have experience in the sales / customer service industry
• Must have a Valid Drivers Licence

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Completed Grade 12 / Matric
• Relevant business-related tertiary qualification

Knowledge:

• SAP knowledge
• Order process

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Commercial Finance Manager

Job Description

At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.

Why Join I&J?

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

Your Next Career Move Starts Here! Join our I&J Head Office in Woodstock, Cape Town as a Commercial Finance Manager and play a key role in driving business profitability by partnering with non-finance teams to analyze data, optimize pricing, and manage risks.               

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Finance Director
• Direct Reports: 3

Key Areas of Impact:

• Involvement in sales demand forecasting, sensitivity analysis and provide meaningful analysis on sales variance reports in support of sales teams – local and international.
• Understanding of price elasticity analysis and individual SKU profit contributions.
• Sales pricing decision making, implementation of pricing adjustments and allowances and scenario planning analysis to support pricing and tactical discount decisions.
• Product costing and profitability analysis.
• Manage customer credit insurance, debtor balances and debtor provisions.
• Month end close-off, accounting and reporting procedures, including review of trial balance, general ledger accounts and reconciliations.
• Reporting and analysis of working capital management performance against targets including monthly debtor, Accounts Payable and stock analysis.
• Providing financial information and coordinate projects that result in effective management and sound decision making in key functional areas, Commercial, Research and Development, Procurement and Logistics.
• Project evaluation, monitoring and measurement – opex and capex project, including support for Sales, Marketing and new product development initiatives.
• Identify and drive projects – IT and other that will increase efficiency and accuracy in the Commercial and Supply Chain environment.
• Maintenance of internal controls and compliance with company policies.
• Review and update standard operating procedures in line with required controls.
• Detailed and insightful reporting on the performance of the category and shared services costs across the business – distribution, sales, finance, etc.
• Preparation of budgets and quarterly profit forecasts within a commercial environment.
• Business unit and AVI reporting requirements i.e. monthly reports, budgets, quarterly profit forecasts, Exco reporting packs.
• Interim and year-end results processes – including the external and internal audit processes.
• Financial risk management of the category including annual insurance declarations.

What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:                       

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in Commercial Finance and Costing in a Manufacturing / FMCG environment

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• A completed CA (SA) or CIMA qualification is required.

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• SAP experience
• Advanced Excel / Power BI
• Strong knowledge of management accounting and costing philosophies and practices
• Knowledge of IFRS and risk management practices
• Current tax legislation and regulations
• Systematic, accurate and positive approach to performing duties
• Able to work in both detailed and conceptual modes
• Able to quickly assimilate new information and understand business issues

Take the Next Step with I&J

Join us to shape the future of South African seafood while making a meaningful impact on communities and the environment and be part of a team committed to excellence and making a positive impact.

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Maintenance Planner

Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team at one of South Africa’s leading FMCG companies? At National Brands Limited (NBL), a subsidiary of AVI Limited, we proudly produce some of South Africa’s favourite coffee and creamer brands like Frisco, Koffiehuis, Hug in A Mug, House of Coffees, and Ellis Brown. Working at our Coffee & Creamer Factory in Isando, you’ll contribute to creating high-quality products in a fast-paced environment while being part of a results-driven team. We celebrate collaboration, innovation, and accountability, ensuring every team member plays a vital role in our success.

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

• Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite coffee and creamer brands, influencing daily life.
• Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement.
• Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL’s 5 world-class facilities.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Maintenance Planner at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando Coffee & Creamer.  The successful incumbent will be responsible for the planning of preventative and shutdown maintenance, reporting on maintenance analysis, and participate in projects as assigned

Line Manager: Engineering Manager

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Planning maintenance activities and co-ordination of maintenance activities including annual shutdown and daily adhoc work.
• Analyze machinery and component life cycles by identifying failure trends.
• Verifying integrity of data captured by artisans on a daily basis.
• Updating job cards and maintenance schedules based on OEM manuals and historical performance.
• Support the junior maintenance planner in generating and capturing job cards and other routine tasks.
• Develop cost and time estimates of planned maintenance work.
• Manage preventative and predictive maintenance strategies, which will include condition monitoring and other practices.
• Monitor job completion rates, follow up with various departments and report trends to the Engineering management team.
• CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) – implementation, optimization and management of the Shopware Asset Care system.
• Planning and optimizing the most appropriate maintenance tasks for relevant equipment.
• Analysis and interpretation of maintenance history and feedback report preparation.
• Ensure ongoing communication with Engineering Team Leaders, Production Managers and Production Planner.
• Work closely with engineering stores personnel to control spares and stock levels.
• Projects – work closely with the project team to ensure efficient delivery of tasks involving engineering input.
• Prepare Gantt Chart for shutdowns.
• Communicate with OEM’s (Original Equipment Manufacturers) regarding planned interventions.
• Management of annual shutdown budgets.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• At least 8 years’ experience as a Maintenance Planner
• FMCG/ Food manufacturing experience will be a distinct advantage

Qualifications:

• Completed a trade test as a Fitter, Millwright and Electrical with a recognized institution (essential).
• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical – or Electrical Engineering (N6/T3/S4) highly advantageous.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of Electronic Maintenance Management System (EMMS) e.g. SAP, Shopware and/or Pragma experience.
• Experience with CMMS preferably, ‘On Key’, will be a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) concepts and principles.
• Knowledge of MS Projects and MS Excel advantageous.
• Understanding and compliance with FSSC 22000 and AIB standards.

 Take the Next Step with NBL

Join a leader in FMCG with a proud history and exciting future. If you’re passionate about quality, innovation, and teamwork, NBL offers a rewarding career. Apply now and grow great brands, with us!

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Brand Manager

Job Description

Entyce Beverages is part of AVI Limited and combines the strengths of well-known and much-loved South African tea, coffee and creamer brands such as Five Roses, Freshpak, Trinco, Frisco, Koffiehuis, Ellis Brown, and House of Coffees. Our two factories in Durban and Isando keep these favorites coming, with products that land on tables in millions of homes every single day. 

Shape the Future with Us! A rewarding opportunity awaits a skilled Brand Manager at Entyce Beverages in Bryanston, Johannesburg. This role will be handling the tea portfolio. We are looking for an innovative, detail orientated Brand Manager with a high level of financial acumen to take on the challenge of research and commercialization in of the portfolio.             

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Marketing Manager

Key Areas of Impact:

Deliver performance targets for portfolio across all target brands     

• Ongoing market and industry analysis to provide recommendations for brand development
• Ongoing competitor intelligence
• Ongoing review of portfolio activity effectiveness to update or change plans as required
• Budgeting & forecasting

Deliver local portfolio and brand strategy      

• Insights from pulling together existing research, market trends (global & local), competitors and internal data
• SWOT analysis
• Conduct consumer and market research in order to keep up to date with consumer trends, as well as trying to predict future trends
• Portfolio positioning – Identify how our brand is positioned in the market
• Develop brand plans/brand strategy for profitable company growth
• Development of 3-year portfolio strategy

Deliver consumer communication strategy    

• Define and manage brand positioning and communication strategy using a variety of media
• Prepare/Review all promotional, advertising, media, research and R&D briefs
• Participate in media strategy process, agreement & delivery of plans
• Develop and execute marketing campaigns aimed at communicating our brand message
• Maintain relationships (both internal and external partners)
• Monitor communication/promotional spend

Management of all New Product Development projects

• Development of commercial rational and justification
• Project management of all new product development projects
• Work with Research and Development (R&D) team and technical team to convert innovative business ideas into saleable products
• Product / packaging development
• Implement launch and launch support plan
• Participate in monthly marketing & NPD meetings

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:                       

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Brand Manager gained in an FMCG environment is essential
• Knowledge of IRI / Nielsen data experience required

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• A completed commercial degree majoring in Marketing, Business Management, Finance or similar is essential

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint
• SAP knowledge is advantageous
• Strong focus on analytical skills (turning data into actionable insights)
• Knowledge of consumer, trader, customer, and shopper insights
• Project management expertise
• Knowledge of the NPD process
• Advertising experience from briefing to execution
• High levels of numeracy
• Ability to travel essential

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

Join NBL to play a key role in shaping the future of iconic brands and contribute to an environment that values your skills, passion, and drive for excellence. Apply now to make a lasting impact!

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Junior Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team at one of South Africa’s leading FMCG companies? At National Brands Limited (NBL), a subsidiary of AVI Limited, we proudly produce some of South Africa’s favourite coffee and creamer brands like Frisco, Koffiehuis, Hug in A Mug, House of Coffees, and Ellis Brown. Working at our Coffee & Creamer Factory in Isando, you’ll contribute to creating high-quality products in a fast-paced environment while being part of a results-driven team. We celebrate collaboration, innovation, and accountability, ensuring every team member plays a vital role in our success.

Why Join National Brands Limited (NBL)?

• Make an Impact: Contribute to producing South Africa’s favourite coffee and creamer brands, influencing daily life.
• Innovative Growth: Be part of a forward-thinking environment that encourages product and process improvement.
• Career Development: Access a range of roles and growth opportunities at one of NBL’s 5 world-class facilities.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-driven environment where your contributions matter.

An exciting opportunity exists for a Junior Industrial Engineer at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando, Coffee & Creamer vacancy.  The purpose of the role is to ensure maximum output in design capability of equipment installed and to maintain agreed standards.

Line Manager: Technical Manager

Key Performance Areas:

1. Optimise process outputs

• Desired performance outputs are agreed, documented and communicated to all teams.
• Process & Packaging capability is assessed to determine ability to meet agreed performance outputs.
• Plans are developed to address areas where process is found not capable.
• Process & Packaging inputs are monitored and controlled to optimise process outputs.
• Opportunities for process & packaging improvement are identified using appropriate SPC techniques.     
• Appropriate Design of Experiment techniques are applied to enhance process improvement.
• Process & Packaging changes are recommended, recorded, communicated and signed off to/by relevant parties.
• Process & Packaging changes workflows processed

2. Facilitate team problem solving and decision making by applying problem solving & decision making techniques & principles as follows:

• Solving problems with team/s by root cause and close loops with supporting documentation.
• Identify triggers for Formal Failure Analysis by applying problem solving tools and techniques.
• Out of control situations are identified, analysed and appropriate action taken.              
• Gap management principles and techniques are applied and documented
• Appropriate methods for collecting and analysing data are employed to assist in the problem solving exercise, and to motivate for solutions that require financial expenditure.
• Problem solving is facilitated by the creation of a suitable environment for team members to contribute their best.
• Conflict between team members is identified and resolved as soon as possible to prevent undermining the team process.
• Solutions, successes and requests for support are presented to relevant management teams in a clear and persuasive manner.

3. Provide technical expertise and assess requirements

• Requirements are assessed to ensure that product requirements are correctly interpreted and implemented.
• Nature and extent of problem is checked, confirmed, corrected, validated and implemented.
• Previous experiences or knowledge associated with the problem are obtained.
• Specialist requirements that fall outside the limits of individual’s expertise are referred for expert advice.
• Data is gathered and interpreted using recognised methodologies and techniques.

4. Conduct analysis and provide recommendations

• Analysis takes account of manufacturing strategies / objectives, standards, requirements and good manufacturing practices.
• Analysis includes feasibility study, cost benefit analysis
• Analysis must address the root cause of a problem where applicable.
• Alternate solutions are fully explored with the team.
• Recommendations are justified in terms of cost and time to implement.
• Recommendations meet the “internal customer’s” requirements.

5. Support technical projects

• Projects identified to optimise key production processes.
• Project is motivated and justified according to company standards.
• Technical expertise is provided to scope, design and implementation plan of the project.
• Project team and operations team communication channels are maintained to minimise disruption to production.                
• Project deliverables are met to agreed standards.
• Learnings are documented and shared.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• 1 year minimum as an Industrial Engineer
• Use of problem solving techniques e.g. Six Sigma – DMAIC; SMED
• SAP
• Shopware

Qualifications  

• B.Eng / B.Tech Degree / ND Diploma in Industrial Engineering 

Take the Next Step with NBL

Join a leader in FMCG with a proud history and exciting future. If you’re passionate about quality, innovation, and teamwork, NBL offers a rewarding career. Apply now and grow great brands, with us!

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Human Resources Manager

Job Description

At Spitz, we are a leading force in premium footwear and apparel, offering world-class brands such as Carvela, Gianni Chiarini, Lacoste, Nina Roche, and Tosoni. With the addition of Carvela Donna & Bello body sprays and Verve by Kurt Geiger, we continue to elevate South African style, offering both luxury fashion and iconic fragrances. 

From our beginnings in Johannesburg in 1968, Spitz has grown into one of South Africa’s leading premium retail groups, representing iconic international brands synonymous with quality, aspiration and exceptional customer experience. With a national footprint of more than 99 stores across South Africa, Spitz operates in a fast-paced, high-performance retail environment where operational excellence, people capability and brand experience are central to our success.

We are looking for a commercially astute and operationally strong Human Resources Manager to join our Bryanston Head Office team. This role is suited to a resilient, highly adaptable HR professional who thrives in a fast-moving retail environment and is confident navigating both strategic and operational HR demands.

The successful candidate will partner closely with the leadership team and business stakeholders across Retail Stores, Head Office and Distribution Centre operations, providing hands-on HR leadership, workforce insights and operational support across the employee lifecycle. 

This is not a traditional desk-bound HR role. The scope is broad, varied and highly operational — requiring someone who can move seamlessly between recruitment, employee relations, reporting, stakeholder engagement, workforce analytics and performance management, while building credible relationships across the business.                    

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
• Direct Reports: 4 

Key Areas of Impact: 

Strategic HR Partnership & Retail Operations Support

• Partner closely with operational leadership teams to support the delivery of business objectives across the retail network
• Build credible and effective working relationships with stakeholders across Operations, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance, Property and Distribution Centre functions
• Provide proactive HR support and operational guidance across all areas of the employee lifecycle
• Anticipate operational requirements and prepare relevant HR information, reporting and insights ahead of business discussions and leadership engagements
• Support a consistent, professional and commercially aligned people approach across all business areas
• Contribute to a high-performance culture through practical and solutions-driven HR partnership 

HR and Statutory Reporting

• Prepare and consolidate accurate, insightful and timeous HR reports for leadership and operational stakeholders
• Analyse workforce trends, headcount data, labour movement and operational people metrics across stores and brands
• Support payroll sign-off processes and related HR administration controls
• Produce workforce and statutory reporting, including:
  • Headcounts and Budget
  • Headcount movement reporting
  • Skills Development reporting
  • Employment Equity reporting
• Manage and maintain HR reporting standards and data accuracy
• Support leadership teams with data-driven people insights to support operational decision-making 

Recruitment & Talent Management

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for Store Operations roles nationally
• Ensure fair, compliant and commercially aligned recruitment practices
• Partner with line management to identify talent requirements and support workforce planning initiatives
• Drive a professional and engaging onboarding experience for new employees
• Support succession planning and talent pipeline development within retail operations
• Ensure recruitment processes align with Employment Equity objectives and operational requirements
• Create job profiles for emerging roles 

Performance Management & Employee Capability

• Drive and coordinate the performance management and appraisal process across the business
• Ensure alignment between business objectives, operational priorities and performance expectations
• Support line managers in effectively managing performance, accountability and employee development
• Facilitate coaching discussions and provide practical guidance to operational leaders
• Assist in identifying capability gaps and development opportunities within teams 

Learning & Development

• Partner with the Retail Trainer and leadership teams to support Learning & Development initiatives across the business
• Manage Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) requirements and reporting
• Implement skills development initiatives aligned to operational requirements and BBBEE objectives
• Manage learnerships and training provider engagement
• Monitor training spend and support training effectiveness initiatives 

Employee Relations

• Provide support to the ER Manager on employee relations matters, including union engagement
• Facilitate and support line management with incapacity processes
• Assist in maintaining operational consistency and compliance across all business areas 

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:                       

• Minimum 8–10 years’ HR generalist experience within a fast-paced operational environment
• At least 2 years’ experience operating at HR Manager or Senior HRBP level
• Strong operational HR Business Partnering capability
• Demonstrated ability to build credibility with operational stakeholders and senior leadership
• Strong exposure to workforce reporting, people analytics and operational HR insights
• Experience managing competing priorities within a high-pressure environment
• Previous exposure to premium, aspirational, luxury or customer-led retail brands will be highly advantageous 

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or related field
• A postgraduate qualification will be advantageous
• Professional HR accreditation will strengthen your profile

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Microsoft Excel capability including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
• SAP HR systems exposure is advantageous
• Strong verbal communication and stakeholder engagement capability
• High levels of professionalism, resilience and personal accountability
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently
• Commercially aware with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable operating in a fast-moving and evolving retail environment
• Ability to influence, engage and build relationships across multiple stakeholder groups
• Willingness to travel nationally when required and conduct store visits 

Why Join Spitz?

• Premium Retail Environment: Work within a respected premium retail group representing internationally recognised brands with a strong heritage and reputation for excellence.
• High Visibility & Business Exposure: Partner directly with senior operational leadership and contribute to business discussions that influence retail performance and people capability nationally.
• Dynamic & Fast-Paced Environment: No two days are the same. This role offers broad exposure across operations, people management, analytics, retail support and organisational effectiveness.
• Culture of Accountability & Excellence: Join a business that values ownership, professionalism, agility and high standards. 

Take the Next Step with Spitz

Join a business where operational excellence, premium brands and people capability come together to create an exceptional retail experience. At Spitz, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nationally recognised retail group that values agility, professionalism and high performance.

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Marketing Executive

Job Description

Join Indigo Brands, a leader in the personal care and beauty industry, where we create, market, and distribute globally recognised brands like Yardley, Lenthéric, Exclamation, English Blazer, and Gorgeous. As part of AVI Limited, we offer a fast-paced, innovative environment that values teamwork, excellence, and customer-centricity. At Indigo Brands, your contributions will be recognised, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow with a passionate team committed to success. With diverse career paths and a culture of collaboration, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive.

Why Join Indigo Brands?

• Industry Leadership: As a top cosmetics producer in Southern Africa, we lead with trusted, innovative brands.
• Collaborative Culture: We value teamwork and accountability, with every contribution driving success.
• Commitment to Excellence: Our high standards empower employees to achieve their best.
• Career Growth: We support professional development and offer diverse career paths.
• Accreditations: Indigo Brands is ISO accredited and boasts a five-star NOSA rating.         

Shape the Future with Us! A rewarding opportunity awaits a skilled Marketing Executive at Indigo Brands in Epping, Cape Town. In this role, you will be responsible to provide strategic leadership and direction across the Marketing, Consumer Insights, Permanent Merchandising and Trade Marketing functions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in aligning integrated marketing strategies with broader business objectives, ensuring sustainable brand growth, enhanced market positioning and measurable commercial success.              

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Managing Director
• Direct Reports: 3

Key Areas of Impact:
Business Strategy and Growth

• Develop and implement marketing and commercial strategies to drive revenue growth, profitability and market share.
• Identify consumer trends, market opportunities and competitor activity to maintain brand competitiveness.
• Align brand and category initiatives with business objectives, sales targets and operational capabilities.

Brand and Category Management

• Drive marketing activities and investment across priority brands and product categories.
• Implement integrated marketing campaigns across retail, trade, digital and consumer channels.
• Monitor brand, category and SKU performance to optimise profitability and market positioning.
• Ensure effective execution of campaigns and activations across all channels.
• Ensure brands remain relevant through consumer insights, innovation and market trends.

Commercial and Trade Marketing

• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain and Operations to execute commercially viable promotions and campaigns.
• Manage pricing, promotional strategies and A&P budgets to maximise ROI and profitability.
• Support forecasting, demand planning, retailer initiatives and annual category reviews to improve commercial performance.

Data Analysis and Innovation

• Analyse market, consumer, retailer and sales data to support strategic decision making.
• Monitor campaign effectiveness, promotional ROI and competitor activity.
• Support product innovation and new product development in collaboration with cross functional teams.
• Prepare and present performance and market insights reports to management.

Leadership and Team Development

• Provide cross functional leadership across Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and Operations.
• Manage and develop team members to ensure achievement of KPIs and business objectives.
• Foster a collaborative, high performance and continuous improvement culture.

What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:                       

• Minimum 10 years marketing experience of which 5 years at a Marketing Executive or Director level
• 8 – 10 years marketing experience within and FMCG or Retail industry

Qualifications and Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Completed Marketing Degree or Diploma
• Business Related Degree will be advantageous

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Commercial and financial acumen
• Managing media agencies and partnerships to deliver key consumer communication
• Analyse multiple data sources to deliver insightful strategies
• Leadership ability to direct immediate and cross functional teams
• NPD process – end to end
• Strong communication and influencing skills

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Coffee Squad

Job Description

The Coffee Importers and Roasters Organisation (CIRO) is a true coffee emporium. As the preferred one- stop solution, CIRO offers expert services in sourcing, roasting, blending, packaging, training, equipment, technical support, national and international distribution and market trend analysis. As the largest manufacturer of pure coffee in South Africa, it is easy to understand why CIRO is a noteworthy front runner within the coffee service industry and renowned for consistent quality, innovative product formats and extra value offering.

The Coffee Squad will be the coffee quality champion at the customer forefront. They will be required to perform operator training, coffee assessment evaluations and basic maintenance at the customer premises, for a selected group of Ciro customers. The primary objective of the incumbent is improving in store visibility, delivering consistent in cup quality whilst improving coffee credentials as well as regular basic maintenance services to ensure maximum machine uptime which will yield higher throughput in sales. This position will be based in Bryanston.

Line Manager: Coffee Capability Manager

Key Performance Areas:
Value added training visits and building credible coffee relationships

• Announcing yourself to management of the establishment with explanation for purpose of the visit.
• Ensuring that the management of the establishment is made aware of any coffee product related issues, training needs or equipment repairs.
• Ensuring the customer is aware that this service is a paid service and agrees to the invoice being issued before the training starts.
• Ensuring the customer is aware of any changes made for example setting of grinders or operational guidance performed and that it is still in line with guidelines set as per SLA if applicable.
• Ensure customers are using Ciro products.
• Build sound business relations with the main objective to retain and builds volume throughput.

Customer Specific Ciro CORE Evaluation, Training Register and ESO is completed

• Ensuring that management of the establishment signs off the following documents from visit: Ciro CORE Evaluation.
• Issue ESO Job card with spares consumed and quote or invoice for the visit.
• Ensure that the correct online documents are submitted and are comprehensively completed at every call as per the prescribed standard set by Key Accounts, Training and the Customer.
• Escalate any findings to Ciro management as well as keeping the customer informed of any irregularities.

Ensuring the In-Cup quality of the coffee is of the agreed standards

• Freshness test done on all Ciro products.
• Testing all products through equipment and completing taste testing, grammage testing and flowability.
• Testing all equipment to ensure it is mechanically, aesthetically and functionally acceptable.
• Calibrating and programming of equipment to ensure the right quality of coffee products is produced.
• Assessing the staff at the establishment to ensure that the right procedures are followed when making coffee and related products plus correct cleaning procedures is adhered to.
• Where appropriate, ensure compliance of quality standards defined by customer Head Office and report irregularities to management of the establishment.

Performing Basic Preventative Maintenance of coffee equipment

• Performing Basic Preventative Maintenance as per service intervals defined within SLA or Coffee Squad Agreement.
• Ensuring that the maintenance activities is completed thoroughly and signed off by management of establishment.
• Ensuring that the whole service kit of the spares is consumed and that a Job Card is signed off by management of the establishment.
• Assessing the equipment on site and reporting if major repair work is necessary and logging a repair call with the technical department.
• Malicious damage to be informed to customer.
• Responsible to keep business informed of potentials leads.
• Responsible for spares and tools.

Minimum Requirements:
Experience:

• Experience in coffee training
• Art of Coffee extraction and understanding through equipment variants
• Technical fault finding, service and repair understanding
• Experience in customer interaction and delivery

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Completed Technical Qualifications in Coffee equipment and Coffee qualification – advantageous 

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s license
• Minimum 2 years driving experience
• Availability to travel and stay overnight when necessary

Competencies:

• Seizing Business opportunities
• Documenting facts
• Articulating information
• Embracing change
• Meeting deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Planning and organising
• Maintaining productivity

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