Ops Co-ordinator

The HEINEKEN Company; Empangeni; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Empangeni is looking for an Ops Co-Ordinator in their Logistics team. You will be responsible for handling administration and financial functions, supporting procurement, overseeing daily functions, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates should have Grade 12, relevant administrative or finance qualifications, and experience in FMCG logistics. Proficiency in MS Office and SAP is important. The role values inclusion and diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 (Matric) Qualification.
• Relevant Diploma or Certificate in Administration or Finance will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 6 Months relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment.
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP, Strato, Success Factors experience beneficial.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle administration and financial function within the Distribution Centre.
• Support procurement processes via SAP and COUPA.
• Oversee daily admin functions within the Distribution Centre.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and OPEX tracking.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and maintain ISO documentation.
• Drive process improvements aligned with business goals.

Skills

Procurement and Administration

Financial analysis

Inventory control

Compliance and Quality Assurance

Customer service

Process improvement

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) Qualification

Relevant Diploma or Certificate in Administration or Finance

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Strato

Success Factors

Job description

Applications are invited for a Ops Co-Ordinator position in our Logistics team based at Empangeni.

This person will report to the Logistics Manager and be repsonsible for effectively handling the administration and financial function within the Distribution Centre through the completion of all reasonable tasks to ensure the operational efficiency of the DC / Branch. The Operations Co-Ordinator is also responsible for assisting and supporting the organization’s endeavor to create superior customer service.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Procurement and Administration
• Support procurement processes (requisitions, goods receipts, purchase orders) via SAP and COUPA; manage petty cash in line with policies.
• Oversee daily admin functions within the Distribution Centre, including meeting coordination and documentation
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, OPEX tracking, variance analysis, and ensure accurate cost allocation.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Maintain ISO 9001:2015 documentation, coordinate audits, and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Coordinate monthly audits, internal control checks (ICC), and apply performance scores per internal matrices.
• Monitor and verify assets, manage asset disposal and tender processes, and perform CAPEX/abnormal maintenance tasks.
• Customs and Regulatory Compliance
• Administer Customs and Excise Accounts where applicable and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Assist in monthly stock takes and support inventory control processes when required.
• Continuous Improvement and Policy Adherence
• Drive process improvements aligned with business goals, and ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
  
  

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

• Minimum Grade 12 (Matric) Qualification.
• A relevant Diploma or Certificate in Administration or Finance will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 6 Months relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment.
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP, Strato, Success Factors experience beneficial.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  
  

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

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