Spar South Africa Jobs – 15 June

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Personal Assistant

Listing reference: spar_000887

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 11 July 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Assistant

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Based at the SPAR KZN Distribution Centre, the purpose of this role is to provide a high level personal assistant support function to the Retail Operations Director (ROD). This role goes beyond traditional administrative tasks and offers an opportunity to work closely with the leadership team and external stakeholders.

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Assist in compiling management reports and preparing meeting minutes and follow-up actions.
• Assist with preparation of presentations.
• Draft correspondence, filing and minute taking.
• Collect information for Central Office (CO) and distribute info as received from CO to relevant retailers. 
•  Collect information for suppliers on incentive schemes.
•  Manage ROD’s calendar and schedules meetings.
•  Prioritise appointments and travel arrangements.
•  Act as liaison between the Divisional ROD and all internal and external stakeholders.
•  Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality regarding all matters.
• Support the Divisional ROD with special projects, initiatives, and research assignments as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.
•  Coordinate meetings, conferences and events including agenda preparation, venue booking, technical support, and logistics management.
• Build and maintain a strong business relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
•  Manage information flow in a timely and accurate manner.
• Management of company pool vehicles and bookings.
• Effectively manage and lead a direct report.
•  Carrying out any reasonable tasks requested by management (ad hoc duties).

Minimum requirements

Requirements:

•  A relevant tertiary qualification
• Minimum of 3 years as a personal assistant to senior executives essential.
• Fully computer literate on MS Office suite.
• SAP experience will be advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good Interpersonal, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently without any supervision.
• Supervisory and people management skills.
• Deadline orientated.
• Able to respond to incoming correspondence on behalf of the Divisional ROD.
•  Flexible in terms of working hours and travel.
• Positive attitude and team player.

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Accounts Payable Manager

Listing reference: spar_000885

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 July 2026

Position summary

Industry: Auditing/Accounting

Job category: Financial Management

Location: Nelspruit

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

SPAR Lowveld, a division of The SPAR Group Ltd. is recruiting for an Accounts Payable Manager at its Distribution Centre, located in Nelspruit. To efficiently manage the accounts’ payable function, including both internal and external supplier and retailer issues.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Lead, develop and manage the Creditors team.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching and training.
• Drive productivity and service delivery standards.
• Maintain the integrity of the Accounts Payable ledger.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of supplier transactions.
• Manage payment runs and supplier reconciliations.
• Monitor creditor days and payment performance.
• Ensure compliance with supplier agreements and payment terms.
• Manage supplier relationships and payment-related queries.
• Drive resolution of supplier and retailer claims.
• Train suppliers on claims and payment systems.
• Facilitate supplier engagement regarding business rules and service standards
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls.
• Ensure daily and monthly balancing of the creditors ledger.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements and audit standards.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors.
• Prepare and manage creditors cash flow forecasts.
• Manage accruals, rebates and commission calculations.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of accounts payable information.
• Support month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage EDI and system integrations.
• Improve workflow efficiencies across creditors processes.
• Collaborate with internal departments to improve end-to-end processes.
• Lead special projects and investigations.
• Support broader finance initiatives.
• Perform additional accounting functions as required. e.g. Asset Accounting, Guild Accounting etc.

Minimum requirements

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Matric
• B Com or Accounting qualification – Required
• Minimum of 5 years creditors experience
• Minimum 3-5 years management experience in FMCG
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Deadline orientated
• Knowledge of SAP would be an advantage
• Computer literate
• Ability to work with figures accurately and under pressure
• Excellent communication skills

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Fresh Manager

Listing reference: spar_000884

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 July 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Stores and Inventory

Location: Mthatha

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

A dynamic and customer-focused SUPERSPAR Savoy store is seeking to appoint an experienced and results-driven Fresh Manager to lead and manage the Fresh Departments within the store. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Fresh Departments, ensuring exceptional merchandising standards, stock management, profitability, food safety compliance, and outstanding customer service in line with SPAR operational standards.

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all Fresh Departments, including:
  • Fruit & Vegetables
  • Butchery
  • Bakery
  • Deli
  • Dairy
• Ensure departments achieve sales, gross profit, and waste targets.
• Maintain high standards of merchandising, hygiene, housekeeping, and food safety.
• Manage stock ordering, stock rotation, shrinkage, and stock control processes.
• Lead, supervise, and develop departmental staff.
• Ensure excellent customer service and efficient handling of customer queries.
• Implement and maintain SPAR operational and merchandising standards.
• Monitor departmental performance and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and internal audit requirements.

Minimum requirements

Requirements:

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Relevant Retail or Food Management qualification will be advantageous.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ management experience within a supermarket or FMCG retail environment.
• Strong experience in Fresh Department operations.
• Sound knowledge of stock control, merchandising, food safety, and waste management.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Computer literacy and retail systems experience.

Compentencies 

• Leadership and team management
• Customer service orientation
• Planning and organising
• Attention to detail
• Results driven
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong operational and commercial awareness

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Salaries Controller

Listing reference: spar_000883

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 July 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Payroll Accounting

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Based in Jet Park, the purpose of the position is to accurately process, reconcile and manage Corporate Stores payroll.

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the processing of payroll information to ensure that employees in all Corporate Stores are paid timeously and correctly in accordance with legislation
• Review payroll documentation for completeness and ensure that standards are adhered to
• Do final pay run, print reports, pay slips and do backups of weekly, and monthly pay run
•  Manage the entire leave system/process – processing, monitoring and reporting
• Load staff expense claims and EFT payments
• Load EFT file for net salary payments
•  Maintain system database by loading new employees, update records terminations and transfers, and any other changes
• Submit payslips to printers and deal with payroll queries
• Process yearly increases in line with the legislation as well as the collective agreement and bonuses
• Submit monthly statutory returns (e.g., UIF)
• Prepare and load EMP201 monthly on SARS e-Filing for staff
• Assist with bi-annual reconciliation of EMP501
• Annual COID (WCA) returns and payments
• Prepare and timeously submit mid-month and month-end payroll reports
• Prepare and timeously submit reports/schedules for third party payments and ensure they are processed and paid over (Provident/Pension Fund, Union,
  Garnishees)
• Record keeping of all transactions/payments made to third parties
• Administer and accurately process statutory deductions and employee benefits while ensuring all HR policies and labour legislation are adhered to
• Liaison with retirement fund and medical aid Administrators
• Responsible for administration of Pension/Provident Fund (new members,
  retirement, deaths, and withdrawals)
• Prepare monthly journals and reconciliation of salaries-related general ledger
  accounts
• File all payroll related documentation with proof and backup information for auditing purposes
• Any other ad-hoc duties

Minimum requirements

Requirements

• Matric or equivalent qualification
• Accounting background and tertiary qualification would be advantageous
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in payroll administration
• VIP Premier System – Full knowledge and experience is essential.
•  Experience on Sage People will be advantageous
• Computer literacy with advanced knowledge of Excel
• Knowledge of ESS System for leave management will be advantageous
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and security
• Good understanding of payroll principles and practice
• Working knowledge of employees’ tax legislation
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong literacy and numeric skills
  SPAR

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Category Manager – Commodities

Listing reference: spar_000882

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 30 June 2026

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Eastern Cape

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

SPAR Eastern Cape (Marketing Department) is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for the position of Category Manager – Commodities, reporting to the Purchasing Manager. A Category Manager in commodities and trading is responsible for managing a portfolio (“category”) of products, raw materials, and supplier relationships to maximize profitability, supply security, and market competitiveness. In commodity-driven industries, this role operates at the intersection of: – Procurement and strategic sourcing – Trading and market analysis – Supplier and stakeholder management – Commercial and pricing strategy The successful candidate must possess extensive experience and wide knowledge within the commodities and trading environment, both locally and internationally. This is not merely a buying or procurement vacancy — the role requires a commercially driven individual with proven expertise in commodity markets, supplier negotiations, pricing trends, margin optimization, inventory planning, and strategic trading decisions. The ideal candidate must be able to identify market opportunities, analyze trading conditions, manage supply risks, negotiate favorable commercial terms, and drive profitable category growth while ensuring consistent product availability and competitive pricing across the business.

Job description

The purpose of this role is to drive DC sales growth, increase retail loyalty, maximize category profitability, and grow market share through strategic commodity sourcing, market analysis, supplier management, and commercial trading initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category trading and procurement strategies aligned to business growth and profitability objectives
• Analyze commodity markets, pricing movements, supply-demand trends, currency impacts, and competitor activity to identify trading opportunities and manage commercial risk
• Drive sales and gross profit targets through strategic sourcing, pricing management, promotions, and category planning
• Manage procurement and sourcing activities to ensure optimal stock availability, competitive pricing, and supply continuity
• Monitor and evaluate market trends to support informed purchasing and trading decisions
• Ensure product pricing competitiveness against market conditions while maintaining targeted retail margins and profitability
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, rebates, trading terms, product supply, and service level agreements
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier partnerships both locally and internationally
• Evaluate supplier performance across pricing, quality, product availability, and service delivery metrics
• Identify and develop new suppliers and trading opportunities to enhance category competitiveness and supply security
• Manage warehouse and DC stock levels in line with sales forecasts, trading conditions, and budgeted expectations
• Drive promotional planning and trading activities to maximize category sales performance and retailer profitability
• Develop internal controls, reporting structures, and performance metrics for effective category and trading management
• Conduct category performance analysis and provide commercial insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency
• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, finance, logistics, marketing, and retail operations teams
• Drive product innovation and category development in response to market opportunities and consumer trends
• Lead high-level negotiations and commercial discussions with retailers, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Maintain a strong understanding of retailer trading needs and translate these into effective buying decisions
• Support retailer success by identifying opportunities to improve sales, margin and customer appeal within the category
• Support business growth through strategic decision-making and aggressive trading initiatives
• Perform ad hoc commercial, procurement, and trading-related duties as required

Minimum requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ management experience within commodities, trading, procurement, wholesale, or supply chain environments
• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Commerce, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Management, or related field
• Strong knowledge and practical experience within commodities and trading markets
• Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and commercial trading
• Strong understanding of commodity pricing, market analysis, margin management, and supply chain operations
• Proven ability to develop suppliers from grassroots level into compliant SPAR suppliers
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally across supply chain, finance, logistics, and retail operations
• Computer literacy with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic decision-making skills
• Excellent planning, organizational, and negotiation abilities
• Ability to trade aggressively and identify commercial growth opportunities
• Experience in developing and executing comprehensive marketing and promotional strategies
• Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business development capability
• Ability to manage and lead high-level meetings and negotiations with retailers and suppliers
• Ability to mentor, coach, and provide direction to team members
• Strong understanding of the SPAR operational model and retailer requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict situations and achieve mutually beneficial commercial

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Development Manager

Listing reference: spar_000881

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 17 June 2026

Position summary

Industry: Building & Construction

Job category: Building

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The purpose of the position is to manage and facilitate new and existing store development projects to successful launches, within budget, across all SPAR formats.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Comprehensive project management and facilitation – New Stores & Upgrades
• Develop and innovate strategic advancements in the field of store development
• Development of new and implementation of existing store concepts
• Control and manage the SPAR preferred supplier list
• Control and manage store project budgets
• Control and manage your own budget
• Control and manage the image of all SPAR stores, including Brand CI specifications
• Implement minimum specifications, across all trading formats
• Implement and adhere to SPAR national building specifications on all projects
• Ensure communication between and to all departments during the lifecycle of a project
• Report to management on progress of all revamped and new stores
• Negotiate with property developers and various stakeholders
• Provide leadership and guidance to the SPAR retailers

Minimum requirements

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Matric
• NQF Level 5 or higher
• Minimum three (3) years previous retail experience
• Project management Diploma
• Electrical / Structural / Mechanical Engineering degree is advantageous
• Skilled in MS Projects
• 5 years construction and project management experience will be an advantage
• Valid Driver’s License
• Understanding of FMCG equipment and operational requirements
• Analytical skills
• Good communication skills
• Problem solver
• Computer literate
• Dependable, self-starter, proactive, high-energy levels and concise
• Ability to motivate and establish relationships
• Ability to read and understand shopping centre layouts and store designs
• Council and legal compliance knowledge
• Good understanding of store operations and profitability
• Strong Negotiating skills
• Highly motivated self-starter
• High level of Integrity
• Ability to work independently.
• Organised, planner, decisive.

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK

Listing reference: spar_000880

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 16 June 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

THE POSITION The purpose of this position is to ensure the timely and correct reconciling of all creditor’s accounts from Vendor Line item (Age Analysis) to the supplier statements and payments thereof.

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Receiving statements and effecting payment according to payment terms.
• Reconciling Vendor Line item against supplier statement and the resolution of reconciling transactions according to Company process.

Minimum requirements

Requirements:

• A Matric Certificate (Accounting as a subject advantageous);
• Display a high degree of accuracy, speed, and attention to detail.
• SAP experience.
• FMCG experience an advantage.
• Advanced computer skills, especially in Excel.
• Able to cope under pressure and ensure deadlines are met.
• Minimum of four years’ experience with computerized creditor reconciliation systems.
• Possess excellent numerical and organisation skills.
• Good communication skills with internal and external customers.

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CONTROLLER

Listing reference: spar_000879

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 16 June 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

THE PURPOSE The purpose of the position is to control and monitor the achievement of performance targets by each team member, therefore enabling suppliers to receive payment timeously.

Job description

Responsibilities:

• To supervise and ensure accurate and timeous reconciliation and capturing of invoices
• Preparations of monthly and daily payments
• Prepare and distribute reports to the team
• Review adjustments
• Ensure documentation is appropriately captured by the team
• Ensure that all set objectives are met (individual and team)
• Set performance targets for staff and ensure that they are executed
• Prepare daily balancing reports
• Assist with month end reporting
• Effectively prepare and manage Cash forecasting for the team
• Effectively manage the Age Analysis
• Effectively manage Debit Balances
• Ensuring that all supplier queries are followed up timeously
• Updating creditors ledgers with reconciled amounts
• Maintain and conduct grievance and disciplinary procedures when required
• Manage staff performance and facilitate team development
• Monitor, analyse, and effectively manage staff attendance and absenteeism

Minimum requirements

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Financial Management
• High level of numeracy
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in supervisory role
• Ability to lead a team
• Computer skills necessary – Microsoft word/excel
• Administrative orientation (enjoy administrative work)
• Accuracy and attention to detail is essential
• The ability to work as part of the team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
• Previous reconciling experience would be advantageous Minimum of 10 years Creditors experience
• Knowledge of the SPAR Creditors system would be advantageous
• SAP experience.

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