FMCG Operations Supervisor — Lead & Optimize (Vereeniging)

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a proactive FMCG Operations Supervisor to oversee daily production or distribution activities. You will lead a hands-on team, ensure efficient workflow, maintain product quality, and uphold safety standards in a fast-moving environment.

The role requires 3–4 years in an operational or supervisory capacity within FMCG, strong leadership, and practical problem-solving to drive productivity and minimize waste.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in an operational or supervisory role within FMCG.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to Gauteng operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure smooth workflow.
• Manage and motivate a team of operational staff with guidance and feedback.
• Monitor processes to meet quality, safety regulations, and efficiency targets.
• Implement and enforce operational procedures and best practices.
• Assist in managing inventory and ensuring resource availability.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement productivity improvements.
• Maintain accurate records of operations, including output, labour and resource use.
• Collaborate with logistics and quality control to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Operations supervision

FMCG knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a proactive FMCG Operations Supervisor to oversee daily production or distribution activities. You will lead a hands-on team, ensure efficient workflow, maintain product quality, and uphold safety standards in a fast-moving environment.

The role requires 3–4 years in an operational or supervisory capacity within FMCG, strong leadership, and practical problem-solving to drive productivity and minimize waste.