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Store Buyer – Pinetown Build It
Listing reference: spar_000734
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 May 2025
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Pinetown
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
SPAR Pinetown Build It is currently recruiting for a Store Buyer to join their dynamic team.
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Place orders on suppliers in a manner that ensures that there are no out of stock situations in the store.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Ensure KVI’s always and other products 80% in stock
Create purchase orders
Place purchase orders
Monitor outstanding orders
Purchases promotional lines as per promotions schedule
Place orders for supplier special offers
Minimum requirements
Senior Certificate Matric
Good product knowledge in hardware
Team player
Honest
Reliable
Disciplined
Manage direct reports
Sober habits
Good computer skills with IQ (or equivalent) a requirement
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Work under pressure
Able to work under pressure
Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.
“Your application and all personal information provided herein is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”.
The SPAR Group LTD, with its head offices at 22 Chancery Lane in Pinetown, is collecting this information to enable us to facilitate your application and /or assess your suitability for the advertised position. This information will be used for this purpose only and disposed of thereafter, unless you consent to the information being retained for marketing purposes.
Where shortlisted, your information will be retained for a period of 3 months and disposed of immediately thereafter if you are unsuccessful in your application. Where employment is offered, it will be retained as part of your employee portfolio and secured accordingly.
This information is given to us, by you, voluntarily and of your own free will.
If you do not wish to provide us with this information, are unable to do so, or object to it being used, it will result in the disqualification of your application.
In the course of the recruitment process, and for matters related to your application only, we may share your information with third parties.
You have the right to access this information while in our possession and make corrections if necessary.
You have the right to lodge a complaint via email with the office of the Information Regulator, at complaints.IR@justice.gov.za, if you are unhappy with the manner in which we deal with your information.
By submitting your application, you hereby declare your understanding of the aforementioned information and consent to the processing of your information in accordance with the Act, as well as the processing of any further personal information requested by us in the future including but not limited to, banking details, criminal history and credit reports /financial history information.”
Category Manager
Listing reference: spar_000740
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 May 2025
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 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
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
• 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
Qualification:
• Matric
• Marketing or Purchasing related Degree/Diploma.
Experience:
• 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
Skills:
• 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
Category Controller
Listing reference: spar_000739
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 7 May 2025
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 of this job is to provide administrative support to the Category Manager including compiling and circulating certain daily, monthly, and annual reports, to assist the category manager with basic replenishment buying and ensuring that all day-to-day administration is maintained and updated.
Job description
Responsibilities:
•Assistant to the Category Manager.
•Basic category replenishment.
•Daily analysis of key statistics and financial control.
•Daily monitoring of inbound and outbound service levels.
•Vendor and account maintenance and management.
•Proactively manage out of stocks
•Remove any discontinued stock items as per the supplier information.
•Capture added demand products.
•Ensure promotional quantities are correct.
•Monitor stock levels, stock age and unproductive inventory, daily.
•Check products are listed on the AS400 with the correct vendor pack.
•List any new products on AS400.
•Ensure data is clean on AS400, correct prices and quantities.
•Preparation and submission of certain daily, weekly, monthly, and annual reports.
•Co-ordination of Marketing communication to retailers and suppliers.
•Perform any other reasonable task requested by management.
Minimum requirements
Qualification:
•National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12).
•Marketing or Purchasing related Degree/Diploma
Experience
•1-2 years working experience in FMCG related field.
•Computer literate on MS Office package (Word, Intermediate/Advanced
•Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Skills:
•Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
•Attention to Detail (Work Standards).
•Customer Focused.
•Able to work under pressure.
•Organised and systematic.
•Sound Interpersonal skills.
•Negotiation skills.
•Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
•High stress tolerance
Category Manager – Liquor
Listing reference: spar_000741
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 9 May 2025
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Pinetown
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
SPAR KZN is looking to recruit a Category Manager – Liquor to join their dynamic team.
Job description
PURPOSE
The purpose of this role is to work with the National Merchandising Manager (Liquor), the Regional Liquor buyers and supplier partners in coordinating the sourcing, procurement, pricing, and assortment for the liquor category, in conjunction with the national advertising strategy & promotional framework, ensuring that the commercial success of all TOPS advertising is planned, executed & performance reviewed. This role will involve analysing sales trends, negotiating with supplier partners, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations whilst maximizing profitability & customer satisfaction.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Achieve budgeted sales & profit targets.
Generate & analyse category reports to track DC & scanned; weekly, monthly & quarterly performance, including reports tracking post promotion performance.
Meeting with suppliers to negotiate cost & sell prices on promotional products & National KVI products, optimising retailer margins & DC profitability. Negotiate monthly rewards products & pricings, including Spar2U deals aligned to the National SPAR2U Promotion Calendar.
Keep the Advertising & Promotions controller & Junior Liquor Buyer updated on promotional grids, including
Promotion price checks with Silo before the marketing team send TOPS advertising to print.
Co-ordinate the supplier claims process for Trading terms, Adhoc Leaflet, Promotions and Press between supplier & Finance, keeping accurate record of transactions & timely settlement from suppliers.
TOPS at SPAR wants to be the preferred retail partner for our suppliers, Co-ordinate the new product listing process by liaising with CO listing team, CATMAN & suppliers for the required documentation & samples.
Oversee planograms & shelf placement to maximise visibility of National strategic supplier partners, aligning to the retail media framework & calendar.
Collaborate with CO & regional logistics teams to monitor KVI & Promotion inventory levels, supply chain efficiencies, inbound & outbound fill rates.
Collaborate with the Encork private label lead to source opportunities for exclusive & private label expansion into Spirits & LADS.
Collaborate with the Sustainability team, to identify opportunities to develop small business supplier partners with future growth potential and consider innovative options to ensure we trading sustainably & responsibly.
Consumer price perception, Working with Silo to co-ordinate a monthly & quarterly competitor promotion tracking report.
Co-ordinate alignment with the national advertising grid & the retail media digital store connect platform, providing tangible leadership to grow Store Connect as targeted, within the “Kulcha” framework.
Co-ordinating a program that provides leadership to our retailers & suppliers for Cold room category implementation excellence, leading the market in LAD’S & provides execution excellence in ambient space.
Demand planning, considering strategic supplier partner growth targets, the most efficient supply chain to maximise cost efficiency for all stakeholders & excellent service for our retailers.
Minimum requirements
Matric.
Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably in marketing and business management, supply chain, or related field.
At least 5 years’ experience in the liquor industry, with knowledge of liquor trends, regulations, consumer behaviour.
Sound knowledge of FMCG Marketing with an ability to lead & collaborate cross- functionally.
Proficient in all MS Office applications (Excel and PowerPoint essential). Proficient
data analysis & inventory management systems.
SPAR Buying and Catman Systems knowledge is advantageous.
The ideal applicant will satisfy the following skills requirements:
A high degree of confidentiality, emotional maturity, ethical values and integrity.
Must have a high stress tolerance and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
A strategic thinker who has strong drive for innovative ways of resolving business challenges.
Strong numeric skills and sound financial acumen.
Ability to build strategic working relationships and be customer focused.
Strong negotiation skills.
Proven and acknowledged team player.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues and with external customers in a team orientated manner.
Must be collaborative, influential, and rational.
Precise planning and excellent organisational/administration skills.
Exceptional accuracy and extreme attention to detail.
Quality orientated and self-driven to achieve results.
Exceptional leadership qualities.
Prior experience may compensate for qualifications not met and all appointments are subject to our Affirmative action policy.
Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.
“Your application and all personal information provided herein is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”.
The SPAR Group LTD, with its head offices at 22 Chancery Lane in Pinetown, is collecting this information to enable us to facilitate your application and /or assess your suitability for the advertised position. This information will be used for this purpose only and disposed of thereafter, unless you consent to the information being retained for marketing purposes.
Where shortlisted, your information will be retained for a period of 3 months and disposed of immediately thereafter if you are unsuccessful in your application. Where employment is offered, it will be retained as part of your employee portfolio and secured accordingly.
This information is given to us, by you, voluntarily and of your own free will.
If you do not wish to provide us with this information, are unable to do so, or object to it being used, it will result in the disqualification of your application.
In the course of the recruitment process, and for matters related to your application only, we may share your information with third parties.
You have the right to access this information while in our possession and make corrections if necessary.
You have the right to lodge a complaint via email with the office of the Information Regulator, at complaints.IR@justice.gov.za, if you are unhappy with the manner in which we deal with your information.
By submitting your application, you hereby declare your understanding of the aforementioned information and consent to the processing of your information in accordance with the Act, as well as the processing of any further personal information requested by us in the future including but not limited to, banking details, criminal history and credit reports /financial history information.”
Admin Manager
Listing reference: spar_000735
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 June 2025
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Pinetown
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
Pinetown Build It is currently recruiting for and Admin Manager to join their dynamic team.
Job description
PURPOSE
Ensure that all administrative procedures and processes followed and operate on a real-time basis.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Efficient system administration and operation
Ensure that trade creditors are paid accurately and timeously paid
Administration of the banking process
All policies and procedures accurate and up to date
Manage all expenses
Staff Maintenance
Effective teamwork with store staff
Minimum requirements
Senior Certificate
5 years’ experience FMCG
Bookkeeping working knowledge – qualification an advantage
Proficiency in IQ
Relevant Build it In-House programmes
Team player
Honest
Reliable
Self-starter
Ethical
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Able to work under pressure
Work well within a team
Excellent reporting skills
Good computer skills with IQ & Microsoft office
Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.
“Your application and all personal information provided herein is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”.
The SPAR Group LTD, with its head offices at 22 Chancery Lane in Pinetown, is collecting this information to enable us to facilitate your application and /or assess your suitability for the advertised position. This information will be used for this purpose only and disposed of thereafter, unless you consent to the information being retained for marketing purposes.
Where shortlisted, your information will be retained for a period of 3 months and disposed of immediately thereafter if you are unsuccessful in your application. Where employment is offered, it will be retained as part of your employee portfolio and secured accordingly.
This information is given to us, by you, voluntarily and of your own free will.
If you do not wish to provide us with this information, are unable to do so, or object to it being used, it will result in the disqualification of your application.
In the course of the recruitment process, and for matters related to your application only, we may share your information with third parties.
You have the right to access this information while in our possession and make corrections if necessary.
You have the right to lodge a complaint via email with the office of the Information Regulator, at complaints.IR@justice.gov.za, if you are unhappy with the manner in which we deal with your information.
By submitting your application, you hereby declare your understanding of the aforementioned information and consent to the processing of your information in accordance with the Act, as well as the processing of any further personal information requested by us in the future including but not limited to, banking details, criminal history and credit reports /financial history information.”
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Listing reference: spar_000742
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 9 May 2025
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
Are you a detail-oriented, deadline-driven individual with a passion for numbers? SPAR Western Cape is looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team. In this pivotal role, you’ll help maintain the financial health of our business by ensuring timely and accurate reconciliation of member accounts and effective query resolution.
Job description
Responsibilities:
• Weekly reconciliation of debtor accounts and accurate financial reporting.
• Preparation and submission of debit order data to banking institutions.
• Allocating receipts and ensuring accurate reconciliation with bank statements.
• Proactively resolving queries and claims through direct communication with retailers.
• Monitoring overdue accounts and initiating follow-ups.
• Issuing invoices, pro-forma invoices, credit notes, and applying interest where applicable.
• Managing credit risk by ensuring accounts remain within set credit limits.
• Escalating high-risk and failed debit order accounts to management for action.
• Providing ad-hoc support to the Accounts Receivable Manager as needed
Minimum requirements
Requirements:
Qualification:
• Matric certificate with Accounting as a subject (essential).
• Credit Management 1–3 qualification (advantageous).
Experience:
• Prior experience working with Gateway and AS400 systems (advantageous).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within accounts receivable.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work.
• Ability to manage pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently when needed
What We Offer:
• A supportive and collaborative work environment within a respected national brand.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Exposure to a dynamic retail and FMCG environment.
• Access to learning resources and mentorship to enhance your finance career.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• The chance to work with industry-leading systems and tools.
Solutions Architect – Retail & Omnichannel
Listing reference: spar_000744
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 10 May 2025
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: IT-Architecture
Location: Pinetown
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
SPAR Head Office is looking to recruit a Solutions Architect – Retail and Omnichannel to join their dynamic team.
Job description
Purpose:
The Solutions Architect contributes to large-scale, complex, cross-functional projects across Retail and Omnichannel environment by translating strategies and requirements into technical solutions. The incumbent must manage the integrity and evolution of an integrated architecture and system standards based on business and customer needs. In addition, this role works with the Retail & Omnichannel Product Portfolio Teams on a day-to-day basis by managing standards, providing key architectural input, working closely with functional/systems analysts identifying opportunities and ensuring feasibility risks have been addressed.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Contributes to Retail & Omnichannel strategic planning, combining business vision and industry standard methodologies to help define the technical strategy
Directs and reviews architectural artifacts (for example, proofs of concept, prototypes, architectural designs) and ensures design integrity
Works with stakeholders to define the future architectural roadmap for Retail & Omnichannel products, adopting ‘best fit’ technology innovation wherever necessary
Drives specific strategic initiatives and works with cross functional teams and technical partners to deliver business outcomes
Ensures that technical program processes are simple, executable, and sustainable for future use with manageable rollout plans
Collaborates with all key stakeholders, including IT Technology Managers, Development Partners, Business Teams, Retailers and the DCs per Region
Works with the Business Retail & Omnichannel Teams and the relevant Product Teams to ensure regular communication updates to facilitate understanding and delivery
Minimum requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Data & Analytics Management, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related discipline
Additional relevant specialist qualification is preferable
At least 8 to 10 years’ experience in the design, development, and delivery of software products focused on an extensive customer base
Strong track record in working closely with architecture design on large-scale software development projects
At least 5 years’ experience in VAS, Financial Services, Retail and Omnichannel operations with demonstrated understanding of digital and Omnichannel platforms and technology strongly preferred
Experience directly managing third party developers to design and update Omnichannel related applications
Experience with Industry leading Commerce Engines, CRM’s, PIM and Loyalty platforms
Expertise in Architecture and System Design; Good knowledge of Infrastructure design
Software Product delivery methodologies and Retail Technology Awareness
The ideal applicant will satisfy the following skills requirements:
A high degree of confidentiality, emotional maturity, ethical values and integrity
Must have a high stress tolerance and the ability to work efficiently under pressure
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, to interface effectively with all levels of colleagues and with external customers in a team orientated manner
An innovative thinker and ability to solve complex problems
Must be collaborative, influential, and rational
Precise planning and excellent organisational/administration skills
Exceptional accuracy and extreme attention to detail
Quality orientated and self-driven to achieve results
Good judgment, agility and responsiveness to emergent challenges
Spar retail stores (pty) ltd is an equal opportunity employer. All positions are placed in accordance with the company’s employment equity plan.
Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.
“Your application and all personal information provided herein is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”.
The SPAR Group LTD, with its head offices at 22 Chancery Lane in Pinetown, is collecting this information to enable us to facilitate your application and /or assess your suitability for the advertised position. This information will be used for this purpose only and disposed of thereafter, unless you consent to the information being retained for marketing purposes.
Where shortlisted, your information will be retained for a period of 3 months and disposed of immediately thereafter if you are unsuccessful in your application. Where employment is offered, it will be retained as part of your employee portfolio and secured accordingly.
This information is given to us, by you, voluntarily and of your own free will.
If you do not wish to provide us with this information, are unable to do so, or object to it being used, it will result in the disqualification of your application.
In the course of the recruitment process, and for matters related to your application only, we may share your information with third parties.
You have the right to access this information while in our possession and make corrections if necessary.
You have the right to lodge a complaint via email with the office of the Information Regulator, at complaints.IR@justice.gov.za, if you are unhappy with the manner in which we deal with your information.
By submitting your application, you hereby declare your understanding of the aforementioned information and consent to the processing of your information in accordance with the Act, as well as the processing of any further personal information requested by us in the future including but not limited to, banking details, criminal history and credit reports /financial history information.”
Sponsorship Assistant
Listing reference: spar_000736
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 8 May 2025
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Other: Media, Advertising, PR and Publishing
Location: Tembisa
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
SPAR North Rand is currently recruiting for a Sponsorship Assistant to join their dynamic team
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To provide excellent and efficient administrative support, both to internal and external customers and the Sponsorship team, including assisting with events and projects, when necessary, by driving the SPAR brand in the communities we serve through implementation of the Sponsorship pillars.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
Handle admin tasks for the Sponsorship Department
Ensure that all invoices and orders for Sponsorship department have the required authorisation before the PO is originated
Ensure timeous payments to suppliers
Oversee SPAR Women’s Challenge enquiry line
Stock control and stock take of the storeroom in Sponsorships
Support of all Sponsorship related initiatives and events
Ensuring that general housekeeping standards are maintained
Assist in any other functions within the department (including afterhours / weekends)
Any ad hoc projects as required
Minimum requirements
Matric
Computer literacy is essential
Good administration skills
Candidate must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and own vehicle
Reliability and excellent time management skills
Ability to work under pressure
Ability to understand and quickly learn new systems and processes
Team player, flexible and prepared to travel when needed
Be able to work overtime and on weekends when required
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Planning and organizational skills
Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail and self-driven to achieve results
Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.
“Your application and all personal information provided herein is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”.
The SPAR Group LTD, with its head offices at 22 Chancery Lane in Pinetown, is collecting this information to enable us to facilitate your application and /or assess your suitability for the advertised position. This information will be used for this purpose only and disposed of thereafter, unless you consent to the information being retained for marketing purposes.
Where shortlisted, your information will be retained for a period of 3 months and disposed of immediately thereafter if you are unsuccessful in your application. Where employment is offered, it will be retained as part of your employee portfolio and secured accordingly.
This information is given to us, by you, voluntarily and of your own free will.
If you do not wish to provide us with this information, are unable to do so, or object to it being used, it will result in the disqualification of your application.
In the course of the recruitment process, and for matters related to your application only, we may share your information with third parties.
You have the right to access this information while in our possession and make corrections if necessary.
You have the right to lodge a complaint via email with the office of the Information Regulator, at complaints.IR@justice.gov.za, if you are unhappy with the manner in which we deal with your information.
By submitting your application, you hereby declare your understanding of the aforementioned information and consent to the processing of your information in accordance with the Act, as well as the processing of any further personal information requested by us in the future including but not limited to, banking details, criminal history and credit reports /financial history information.”
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