Spar Jobs – 05 November 2026

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Category Manager

Listing reference: spar_000993

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 28 November 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Others: Sales and Purchasing

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Purpose of the Role: The purpose of this position is to drive turnover, gain market share and maximize SPAR DC and retailer profitability through careful planning, purchasing, and sales strategies, in line with retail and DC requirements

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Driving and achieving DC and Retail sales and profitability budgets and targets
• Negotiating and delivering pricing competitiveness against competitors and budgeted retail
  margins to members and the DC
• Working with suppliers, retailers, and DC buying, retail operations and logistics teams to grow
  retailer loyalty and competitive advantage.
• Creating and executing ad hoc and regional promotions to drive volume at retail through the DC
• Managing suppliers service levels by exceeding efficiencies and business indicators including, but
  not limited to:
  o Supplier order fill
  o Supplier out of stocks
  o Stock days
  o Stock turn
  o Stock distribution and penetration at retail
• Full Category management accountability
• Building strategic business relationships with suppliers and retail store owners and managers
• Driving product development, innovation and other sales initiatives
• Assisting retailers with store standards, specs, ranging, pricing, and in store promotions.
• Leadership of a support team

Minimum requirements

Requirements:

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Matric
• Marketing or Purchasing related Degree/Diploma.
• Minimum 3 years Retail / FMCG experience in a marketing position
• Experience in sales, and managing and developing good customer relationships
• Buying and category management related experience
• Sound interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills.
• Thorough knowledge of buying systems and processes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of product range requirements within a supermarket environment.
• Financial acumen, leadership skills and attention to detail.
• Strong drive, initiative, sense of urgency and use of innovation to resolve business challenges
  in a pressurized/demanding work environment.

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Senior Business Analyst – Warehousing & Logistics

Listing reference: spar_000991

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 December 2026

Position summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: Business Consulting

Location: Pinetown

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

The role of the Senior Business Analyst is to deliver significant business benefits to SPAR through targeted Technology and Process initiatives across the Warehousing & Logistics Facility, Risk and Inbound areas, aligned with the business unit strategy and objectives. The Senior Business Analyst must ensure desired business outcomes are realised through detailed documentation of the technology and process enhancements required to strengthen inbound, facility and risk operations across Distribution Centres. Additionally, the role involves ensuring constant and optimal functionality of the Group IT systems by supporting system users in SPAR and within the divisions. The role demands advanced capability to design and govern solutions that respect local autonomy across Distribution Centres while ensuring national consistency. The Senior Business Analyst will also mentor junior analysts and lead cross-functional teams to drive strategic projects.

Job description

Key Performance Areas:

• Gather and document business requirements across Facility, Risk and Inbound operations; prepare end-to-end process documentation
• Analyse and optimise Inbound processes, including supplier booking, yard and dock management, receiving, quality checks, put-away and inbound reconciliations
• Support Facility management requirements, including site maintenance, asset and equipment management, energy and utilities, cleaning and service provider processes
• Support Risk processes, including stock loss and shrinkage control, security, health and safety, incident management and compliance reporting
• Align solution designs with Enterprise and Solution Architects to ensure integration across warehouse management, transport and finance systems
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure accurate project deliverables and schedules
• Review and execute functional test cases; support user acceptance testing and training at Distribution Centres
• Facilitate solution roll-out and deliver Level 2 support to Distribution Centre users, driving root-cause resolution of operational issues
• Propose and implement system and process changes to enhance operational performance, control and sustainability
• Manage vendor relationships and maintain system and process documentation in a central repository
• Ad hoc duties as required by management

Skills/Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Commerce or equivalent relevant tertiary qualification
• At least 8 years’ experience as a Business Analyst or similar role in Wholesale and Retail
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Business Analysis
• At least 5 years’ experience in Warehousing, Distribution or Supply Chain operations (advantageous)
• In-depth knowledge of the warehouse management application stack (SAP EWM/CSNx / WMS advantageous) and of Distribution Centre inbound, facility and risk processes
• Knowledge of key frameworks such as BABOK Framework, Application Lifecycle (ALM), Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), and Program and Project Methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall

The ideal applicant will satisfy the following skills requirements:

• A high degree of confidentiality, emotional maturity, ethical values and integrity
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues and with external customers in a team orientated manner
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced warehousing and logistics environment
• Must have a high stress tolerance and the ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Ability to translate business outcomes into technical requirements
• Utilizing technical knowledge and analytical skills to solve complex operational problems
• Business process design, optimisation and review skills
• Sound understanding of operational risk, controls and compliance
• Must be collaborative, influential, and rational
• Exceptional accuracy and extreme attention to detail
• Quality orientated and self-driven to achieve results

Please feel free to apply or discuss this position with either the HR Manager or your Departmental Manager if you believe that your experience compensates for qualifications not met.

CLOSING DATE: 03 NOVEMBER 2026

Minimum requirements

Education: Bachelor’s Degree. Skills: Waterfall SDLC, Agile Methodology, Business Analysis, Warehouse Management System (WMS), Supply Chain Operations, Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), BABOK Knowledge.

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Store Manager

Listing reference: spar_000990

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 24 November 2026

Position summary

Industry: FMCG & Supply Management

Job category: Retail Operations

Location: Kuruman

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

The purpose of the Store Manager is to be responsible for the functions of all departments of a store and for brand building exercises relating to the store. Upholding the image and building the reputation of the store ought to be the key responsibilities of a retail store manager.

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Overseeing the functions of all departments of the store.
• Manage shrinkage levels to within the company targeted ratio.
• Implement policies and procedures in order to minimize stock loss.
• Strategizing sales and marketing plans to drive revenue into the store.
• Recruiting and training employees of the store.
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors for procuring supplies.
• Allocating budgets and planning the finances of the store.
• Evaluating sale reports and customer feedbacks. 
• A sound knowledge of SIGMA or an understanding of a similar stock management system.
• Strong analytical skills for generating and interpreting  management reports.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining store standards.
• Policy-driven with a focus on adherence to company protocols and guidelines.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team, fostering a positive work culture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in using retail management software and point -of- sale systems.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays and shifts as required.
• Planning new implementations and ideas to increase footfall of the store.
• Controlling the store inventory and ensuring the maintenance of the standards of goods.
• Studying market reports and competitor strategies.
• Setting sales targets for the sales teams and periodically reviewing the same.
• Understanding of working and labour policies and apply theses on an everyday basis

Minimum requirements

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Degree or diploma in management favorable
• Retail, merchandising, sales, or any relates field with 3 – 5 years’ experience in the retail industry.
• Should possess good written as well as verbal communication skills.
• Should have good interpersonal skills for negotiating with suppliers and vendors.
• Should be a good team leader and possess the ability of keeping the employees motivated.
• Managing staff- staff delegation, staff time and attendance, disciplinary and industrial relations.
• 5 or more years’ experience in senior management position

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