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The above-mentioned position is currently available for an energetic person to join the company’s Commercial Department. The purpose of the role is twofold – managing both logistics and systems.

The incumbent will negotiate with logistics service providers to deliver the most cost-effective and value-adding services to the Commercial team. The role involves managing a complex supply chain that meets international quality standards and adheres to tight schedules. It is pivotal in maintaining the company’s reputation as a reliable exporter of high-quality fruit, driving profitability for stakeholders, and fostering competitiveness in global markets. The incumbent is furthermore responsible for the organisation’s systems and Business Intelligence to optimise workflows and ensure efficiency by analysing and improving business processes.

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage and maintain all relationships with relevant logistics service providers
• Regularly update and benchmark all Freight/Transport and FOB rates
• Manage all claims as per protocol
• Develop and maintain SOPs for container tracking and deliveries
• Manage and oversee all administrative functions of the Commercial Assistants
• Manage and report on supply chain volume and statistics
• Support staff with any QX system software enquiries
• Manage all system change requests from the company by developing detail of all scope changes
• Maintain current and develop QX reports (clients, suppliers, industry, etc.)
• Analyse business processes and procedures and implement effective solutions
• Manage and maintain relationship with software service provider

Requirements:

• Minimum Matric
• Relevant Logistics Degree/Diploma will strengthen the application
• Previous experience in the fruit export industry
• Previous experience (3-5 years) in logistics, freight forwarding and claims procedures
• Previous experience in the management of systems and data
• Previous experience in management of a team
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office and QX)
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Numerical skills
• Excellent communication (English & Afrikaans) and interpersonal skills with people on all levels
• Ability to function well under pressure and prioritise tasks

The company offers market related remuneration and benefits, based on the successful applicant’s experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and control the entire financial function of the business, ensuring they meet with IFRS
• Ensure the necessary financial systems and structures are in place to meet compliance requirements
• Ensure proper costing of all products, including monitoring and maintaining bills of material structures
• Manage payables and receivables
• Ensure statutory compliance and import/export documentation and settlements.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors
• Compile annual budgets (Sales, capex, payroll, expenses, cash flow, forecasts, etc)
• Provide timely monthly financial, cash flow and manufacturing reports to all internal structures
• Analyse the income statement (Actual vs budget/forecast) and provide feedback on the variances to ensure action plans are in place
• Compile annual financial results
• Identify and investigate job costing anomalies

Requirements

• Relevant Bcom degree in accounting
• 4 - 6 years experience in a similar role is essential
• Good knowledge of taxation, financial reporting, costing, and statutory compliance

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

Job & Company Description:
This innovative, fast-paced business is looking for a hands-on Financial Manager to oversee the full finance function while managing a small team. Youll play a pivotal role in ensuring strong financial control, compliance, and performance across all areas from audit and tax to inventory, reporting, and strategy. Its the ideal environment for a confident, experienced finance professional who thrives on pressure and loves getting things done right the first time.
Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage the finance team and oversee all financial operations
• Lead audit processes and ensure compliance with SARS and statutory requirements
• Oversee stock and cost management, ensuring accurate reporting and controls
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
• Ensure tax, VAT, and other financial submissions are accurate and submitted on time

Education:

• BCom Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Completed articles (SAICA or SAIPA) preferred, but not essential

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• 4+ years experience in a financial management role
• Experience managing staff and overseeing the full finance function
• Strong knowledge of tax, audit, and inventory control
• Excellent Excel skills (practical assessment will form part of the process)
• Resilient, structured, and highly dependable in a fast-paced environment

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Job Description:
Gauteng branch based in Irene, Centurion
Service, maintenance and engineering support for the products supplied by the Company
Scheduled service visits to customers, including machine audits and reporting potential problems to the customer
When required, project planning and project management will include site inspections, measuring, approving drawings, placing of orders for local components, ensuring components are produced to specification and generally preparing for installations
Installation and commissioning of new equipment supplied by the Company
Managing sub-contractors on site during installations
Controlling all costings on installations and service work, including records of work performed, costs incurred and spare parts used and ensuring that these are passed on to the appropriate person for invoicing
Report writing to customers, principle suppliers and Company Management on service visits and installations
Liasing with overseas principle suppliers from time to time regarding fault finding on equipment
Must be a self-starter, and able to work well in a team environment
Good communication skills are essential
The employee will be required to travel locally or internationally from time to time for service work, contract work or training Occasionally, the employee will be away from home for extended periods of time
Most of their work takes place over weekends due to the nature of our industry
Employee should be willing to work overtime and weekends regularly

Minimum Requirements:
Electrical and mechanical experience essential, including electrical fault-finding ability, PLC and electrical control panels
Previous experience in the food processing industry (poultry and red meat) is beneficial
Must be bilingual in English and Afrikaans
Millwright trade test or equivalent
Food Processing Equipment /Primary Processing Equipment / Packaging Equipment / Poultry/Beef or food processing experience
Ability to draw on AutoCad would be a further advantage
Availability to travel and work overtime
Must be driven and able to work under little to no supervision
Willing to learn
Drivers licence
Ability to handle breakdowns and work over weekends if needed


Kindly note that by submitting your application for this career opportunity you agree that Guardian Recruiting may use your application for the purpose of the recruitment and selection of the said position and this information may be shared with the relevant stakeholders in the business.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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About the Role
Our client, a leader in the plastic manufacturing sector, is seeking a dynamic and proactive Roll On Ball Manufacturing.
The candidate will oversee the Roll On Ball Manufacturing operation and all associated support equipment, ensuring optimal production efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

Role: Junior Engineer

Location: Isando - Gauteng



Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification (Mechanical /Electrical /Automation)
• Strong technical aptitude with experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Industrial Automation
• Proven experience in ISO 9001:2000 compliance
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills
• A proactive, solutions-driven approach with a sense of urgency and responsibility
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

Production & Efficiency

• Ensure consistent production outputs with OEE > 92%
• Maintain OTIF targets with proactive measures to prevent downtime
• Manage reject and scrap rates
• Drive plant layout improvements with a focus on industrial automation
• Implement reliability principles, targeting:
• Unscheduled downtime
• Equipment reliability
• Planned downtime accuracy

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure production areas comply with GMP, ISO, and QA standards
• Conduct gap analysis and plan for continuous compliance improvements
• Regular reporting on compliance progress and milestones

Maintenance & Technical Support

• Oversee preventative maintenance programs and equipment servicing
• Ensure availability of critical spares and safekeeping of tooling
• Provide technical support to other departments (Toolroom, Maintenance)
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, manage, and motivate subordinates, adhering to company policies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, auditing and reporting on successes
• Address non-conformance reports (NCRs) promptly
• Ensure team compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) practices

General & Administrative Duties

• Complete documentation related to manufacturing and compliance
• Support Bowler Plastics and subsidiaries in line with team capacity
• Work overtime as needed to meet deadlines

We are committed to locating the ideal job for you, so we kindly advise against paying for this service. There are no costs associated with securing employment with us.

What Youll Do

Job Title: Marketing Manager – Promotions Coordination

Location: On-site (Reitz, Free State); candidates based in Bethlehem may commute

Remuneration: Negotiable based on experience and market value

 

Role Summary

Our client is looking for an ideal team player to coordinate promotional data, manage product promotions, and ensure the timely delivery of promotional materials. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in marketing coordination and the ability to collaborate effectively across various teams, including Product Management and suppliers. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for overseeing the entire promotional process from planning to execution and evaluation.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate promotional data between Trade and Product Management teams.
• Compile and consolidate product selections into promotional deal sheets.
• Prepare and organize product and promotion meetings to finalize featured products.
• Collect feedback and manage needs assessments to refine promotional strategies.
• Collaborate with Product Management on the design and development of promotional materials.
• Coordinate the placement of promotional orders and follow up with suppliers for on-time delivery.
• Maintain and update the master promotion schedule.
• Prepare post-promotion evaluation reports for management.

 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in marketing, procurement, or product management.
• Proven experience coordinating promotional campaigns and working with suppliers.
• Understanding of procurement workflows and supplier management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Commercially aware with a customer-focused approach.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

 

Preferred Skills

• Advanced Excel skills.
• Adobe Creative Suite experience (advantageous).
• Strong decision-making and creative thinking capabilities.
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Business acumen and compliance-focused mindset.
• Conflict management and problem-solving strengths.
• Sales orientation and strong presentation skills.
• Advanced computer literacy.

 

Must have the following experience:

• Direct experience of a range services from the Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform including Infrastructure and Security related services such as Azure AD, IaaS, Containers, Storage, Networking and Azure Security.
• Direct experience of enterprise solution shaping and Microsoft Azure Cloud architecture development including excellent documentation skills.
• Experience of setting up, deploying and managing multiple environments to support agile development approaches.
• Possession of either the Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions and Architecting Microsoft Azure certifications.
• It is essential that you have strong, in-depth and demonstrable hands-on experience with the following technologies:
• Microsoft Azure and its relevant build, deployment, automation, networking and security technologies in cloud and hybrid environments.
• Microsoft Azure Platform As A Service ( PaaS ) products such as Azure SQL, AppServices, Logic Apps, Functions and other Serverless services
• Understanding of Microsoft Identity and Access Management products such including Azure AD or AD B2C
• Microsoft Azure Operational and Monitoring tools, including Azure Monitor, App Insights and Log Analytics
• Knowledge of PowerShell, Git, ARM templates and deployment automation.
• Experienced in the design and delivery of enterprise level Highly Available solutions.

Main responsibilities:

• Architecting Microsoft Azure and Modern Workspace Solutions across multiple platforms.
• Providing Microsoft architecture collaboration
• Implementation and Delivery of Microsoft projects.
• Working within a project management/agile delivery methodology in a leading role as part of a wider team.
• Provide effective knowledge transfer and upskilling to relevant customer personnel to ensure an appropriate level of future self-sufficiency.

Our client is seeking a highly capable Software Sales Specialist to lead and manage their sales team, with a core focus on selling complex technical products and services. This role acts as a critical link between technical expertise and customer needs, driving revenue growth through solution-based sales, client engagement, and close collaboration with engineering and product development teams.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• • Conduct presentations to demonstrate to potential clients the benefits of our products.
  • Establish and maintain healthy, long-term relationship with clients to generate repeat business and referrals.
  • Discover customers’ needs and offer solutions to them through the company’s services or products.
  • Research sales statistics and establish sales potential with new businesses in the target area.
  • Use promotional methods such as phone calls, emails and social media to reach potential clients and build a long-lasting business relationship with them.
  • Become an expert in our product offerings and serve as a go-to source for clients who want more information concerning our products.
  • Assemble product displays in a given market.
  • Determine new ways to make products appealing by observing the environment and current trends.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Matric
• Tertiary qualification in Business Management advantageous

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 3-5 years as a sales consultant.
• Technology Product sales a must.
• Proven track record in achieving targets.
• Exposure to Home Loans processes is an advantage.
• Strong networking and relationship building is required.
• If you meet the above criteria and are looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership role, please apply through Deka Minas for a confidential discussion.

 

Please note that by submitting your personal information to Deka Minas you free-willingly issue the business consent to make use of such data for the specific purpose of securing you either permanent or temporary employment. Our business makes use of a POPIA compliant database and you have the right to access, right to correction and right to deletion of your personal information.

 

Responsibilities:

• Search and identify top talent on LinkedIn platforms, job boards, and databases
• Conduct initial screenings to assess candidate fit and prepare and deliver concise candidate briefs
• Maintain regular touchpoints (Status updates, interview prep, feedback collection)
• Track industry trends, salary benchmarks, and in-demand skills
• Produce regular market summaries for internal teams
• UK working hours
• Ensure CRM and ATS data accuracy
• Create and distribute weekly performance dashboards
• Manage complex diaries, multi-leg travel bookings, and expense reconciliations
• Draft and proofread high-value correspondence, presentations, and proposals
• Organise internal and client-facing events (virtual/in-person), including logistics and follow-up

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent; Business, HR, or related disciplines
• 2 - 4 years experience in recruitment resourcing, talent research, operations or PA roles
• Experience with CRMs (Bullhorn, Salesforce) and video interview platforms
• Skilled at Boolean searches, secondary research, and data-driven reporting
• Highly structured approach to task management, with an eye for detail and deadlines
• Strong verbal/written skills; can draft polished emails, reports, and candidate profiles

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.