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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Sales department. We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Sales Channel Lead Wholesale role, which is based in Phoenix. The successful candidates will report directly to the Regional Manager Sales.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outcomes

• Sales Execution and Route-to-Market Excellence: Ensure streamlined trade execution aligned to Route-to-Market (RTM) principles. Drive execution standards, call adherence, and in-trade performance to increase volume and market share. Monitor and drive the execution of channel and promotional execution campaigns to drive compliance and return on investment to the business.
• Revenue and Profit Growth: Deliver sustainable volume, net sales revenue, and margin growth through strategic account planning, pack penetration, and pricing optimization across all territories.
• Sales Team Development and Performance Management: Build and lead a high-performing, motivated frontline sales team through regular coaching, feedback, and training. Set and cascade aligned team and individual goals, monitor performance against KPIs, and drive continuous development to close capability gaps and build a strong talent pipeline for key roles.
• Customer Relationship and Service Excellence: Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring effective communication, CRM responsiveness, and timely issue resolution that reinforces CCBSA’s image and brand loyalty.
• Effective Resource and Asset Utilization: Ensure the optimal use of tools, trade assets (coolers, vehicles, equipment), and promotional materials. Oversee asset maintenance, compliance, and return on investment in line with company policy.
• Governance and SHERQ Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant governance protocols (e.g., Risk and Control Matrix) to safeguard company assets, mitigate risk to the business, and protect the business’s license to trade. 

Functional Capabilities

• Sales team management
• Customer relationships
• Execution excellence
• Coaching and team development
• Operational efficiency

KBI

• Sales Volume vs Target
• Revenue vs Target
• Outlet Volume Growth
• Gross Revenue
• Activated Customers Growth
• Customer Loyalty Index (CLI)
• RED Scores 
• RED & PDA adherence
• Strike rate and call adherence
• Asset verification

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• A formal qualification in Marketing, Sales, or equivalent

Experience

• 3+ years front-line sales experience within an FMCG environment.
• Team management experience will be an added advantage.
• Relevant experience in the wholesale market is required.

Skills

• Coaches and mentors team members, providing opportunities for growth and development
• Strong understanding of FMCG sales practices, RTM principles, and market execution standards
• Resolves disputes equitably, finding common ground in challenging situations
• Engages with a wide range of people and builds effective relationships within and outside the organization
• Builds lasting relationships with customers and meets their expectations
• Skilled in negotiating terms with minimal disruption to relationships, balancing assertiveness and diplomacy
• Demonstrates determination to achieve goals despite setbacks, constantly pushing for results
• Able to clearly communicate in various formats and styles, ensuring key messages are effectively conveyed
• Demonstrated ability to use digital platforms for sales optimization, along with the capability to interpret and act on sales reports

Deadline:25th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Marketing department. We are looking for talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Special Events Coordinator, which is based in Phoenix in the Coastal Region. To effectively plan, co-ordinate, implement and support ALL sales execution activities in the trade, in order to contribute towards the achievement of increased sales volumes, customer satisfaction and brand loyalty

Key Duties & Responsibilities    

• Support sales location with respect to all sales execution strategies around promotions, and advertising
• Identified promotions opportunities
• Manage sales execution resources for respective sales locations
• Communication, tracking and monitoring of execution of promotions
• Coordinated and managed national promotions
• Managed, implemented and supported promotions
• Developed, ordered and managed POP and promotions equipment
• Managing delivery of equipment to trade
• Developed and maintained customer relations, with internal and external stakeholders
• Supported, guided and coached team and customers
• Administered documentation and reports
• Conducted audits
• Managed own development and performance
• To co-ordinate all special events for the Mpumalanga area
• Develop & roll out Picture of Success throughout the region
• Ensure activation according to Picture of Success
• Plan monthly/weekly/daily activities for special events team
• Manage special events assets
• Compile special events reports and ensure tracking thereof
• Execution of a school’s sampling program
• Experiential marketing activities in line with the Brand plans
• Manage a budget

Skills, Experience & Education    

• Matric & applicable Tertiary qualification (Diploma/Degree in Sales and Marketing or Public Relations).
• 3-5 years relevant special events activation experience is essential
• Code 8 Driver’s License.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Need to be service orientated.
• Good planning, organizing and controlling skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Prepared to work weekends.
• Good communication skills

Deadline:29th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Quality department. 
• We are looking for talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Quality Manager role, which is based in Wadeville.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outcomes

Quality Assurance and Compliance Oversight

• Lead the implementation and maintenance of the Coca-Cola KORE standards, FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and other applicable standards.
• Ensure that all quality and food safety processes are adhered to throughout production.
• Oversee the execution and review of quality control testing and lab verification activities.

Laboratory and Analytical Management

• Manage the laboratory team and ensure accurate, timely analysis of ingredients, packaging, and finished product.
• Validate analytical methods and ensure calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Investigate lab non-conformances and lead the development of corrective actions.

Risk Management and Continuous Improvement

• Identify quality risks and lead structured root cause analyses to resolve non-conformances.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) and track their effectiveness.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to reduce product variability and improve consumer satisfaction.

Internal and External Audit Readiness

• Prepare and lead internal audits and third-party audits.
• Ensure audit findings are addressed within required timelines and that systems remain in a state of readiness.
• Maintain all necessary records, certifications, and quality documentation.

People Leadership and Capability Building

• Lead, coach, and develop Quality Assurance Technologists and Senior Lab Technologists.
• Promote a culture of quality and compliance within the manufacturing site.
• Conduct training and awareness on food safety, quality, and GMP for plant personnel.

Quality Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor quality KPIs and trends, analyze deviations, and communicate performance to site leadership.
• Present monthly quality performance reviews with data-driven insights.
• Ensure escalation protocols for quality incidents and product holds are effectively applied.

Functional Capabilities

• Quality systems management
• Laboratory and analytical management
• Food safety and GMP compliance
• Quality auditing and risk management
• Root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Quality performance reporting and trend analysis
• Stakeholder engagement (internal and external audits, regulatory bodies)
• Implementation of continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., RCA, PDCA, 5 Whys)
• Team leadership and capability development
• Cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, and SHEQ

KBI

• Right First Time (RFT) %
• Product and package quality defect rate
• Number of consumer complaints per million servings
• Audit compliance score (internal, Coca-Cola, regulatory)
• Non-conformance closure rate and CAPA effectiveness
• Laboratory test accuracy and turnaround time
• Quality incident frequency and escalation compliance
• Training completion rates for quality/GMP/Food Safety programs

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• Minimum: National Diploma in Food Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or equivalent science qualification
• Preferred: BTech or BSc in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related discipline
• Certification in ISO 22000/FSSC 22000, HACCP (advantageous)

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Control in a FMCG or beverage manufacturing environment
• Experience in leading internal or third-party audits (e.g., FSSC, ISO)
• Track record of quality system implementation and compliance management

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, and GMP principles
• Strong command of analytical laboratory techniques, methods, and equipment
• Relevant ERP system experience
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement CAPA
• Data analysis and reporting using Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, charts, etc.)
• Proficient in interpreting SHEQ-related legal and corporate requirements
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• People management and leadership capability

Deadline:29th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Manufacturing department. We are looking for talented individuals with relevant skills and experience for a Quality Assurance Technician in Nigel. The successful candidates will be responsible to manage and maintain the compliance of food safety and environmental systems, ensuring product quality from receipt of raw materials to final product production. Accountable for governance of all quality controls in accordance to the company standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Reporting and governance

• Ensure governance and schedule compliance for allocated area.
• Provide feedback on the governance and compliance reporting to Multi-Disciplinary Teams meeting.
• Ensure Product and Package Quality meets legal, internal CCBA and Coca-Cola Requirements for allocated area
• Ensure that Product and Package Quality standards are monitored and controlled according to legal, internal and Coca-Cola Requirements.
• Ensure that ingredients and package quality is monitored and controlled to agreed standards for all internal products.
• Implement Good Laboratory Practices in all laboratories on site (on-line, syrup room, water treatment)
• Continuous improvement and Training
• Provide coaching in order to supports the implementation of Quality at Source in the plant and develop Quality Assurance functionality.
• Train and assess quality at source personnel on Quality and Food Safety standards and environment systems
• Adherence to cost plans and costs for allocated area
• Manage the allocated cost plans and adhere to quality budget.
• Accountable to ensure adherence to budget for all equipment contracts.
• Manage Human Resources and Drive Customer Service
• Manage the development of staff competencies.
• Conduct risk assessments for allocated area.
• Compliance to Cleaning, Waste, Hygiene, Pest Control Standards
• Monthly GMP Audits
• Lab Equipment Cleaning and Verification
• Micro Training and Assessment Program Implemented
• Escalation of Incidents (eg. broken equipment and additional cleaners)
• Consumables available at Q@S workstation
• WHS Stock Count Verification

Skills, Experience & Education    

• A Minimum of National Diploma in Food Safety/Technology (Analytical chemistry or relevant science Diploma).
• A Sc. or BTech in Science or Food Technology would be advantageous.
• A minimum 3-5 years in Food Processing Plant and quality control related experience in a FMCG
• Good process knowledge, preferably in a bottling environment
• Must have completed CAP in current role
• Good understanding of Quality Management Systems SHEQ systems
• Sound knowledge of SPC (Statistical Process Control)
• Able to apply knowledge of Infinity and Achiever systems

Competencies

• Custumer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Dealing With Ambiguity
• Action Oriented
• Ethics and Values
• Informing
• Analytical thinking
• Written Communications

Deadline:29th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Sales department. We are looking for talented individuals with relevant skills and experience for an Account Developer role, which is based in Welkom. The successful candidate will report directly to the Sales Manager in CCBSA Welkom. The drive of this role is to develop, implement and maintain effective account plans thereby managing the profitable sales of CCBSA products, and the development and maintenance of new business relationships and opportunities so that customer excellence, brand loyalty and profitable volume growth are achieved.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Functional Capabilities:

• Revenue Growth
• Customer Acquisition and Prospecting
• Trade Marketing and Merchandising Execution
• Joint Business Planning and Negotiation
• Sales Forecasting and Order Management
• Asset Utilisation and Data Accuracy
• Cross-functional Coordination and Communication
• Brand Activation and Campaign Management

Key Outcomes:

• Strategic Customer Growth and Retention: Successfully implement the company's business and RTM strategies within the assigned customer base, resulting in measurable growth in sales volume, net revenue, and market share.
• New Business Development: Identify, prospect, and acquire high-potential new customers aligned with the company’s strategic goals to drive incremental revenue and volume growth.
• Trade Execution Excellence: Ensure flawless execution of in-store and in-trade activities (merchandising, promotions, pricing, and placement) in line with company guidelines, leading to improved brand visibility and promotional compliance.
• Customer Partnership and Business Planning: Partner with key customers to develop annual joint business plans that align with both parties’ commercial goals and leverage data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
• Sales Order Generation and Demand Management: Actively influence and secure customer sales orders through effective planning, demand generation, and RTM applications to consistently meet or exceed monthly sales targets.
• Asset and Data Management: Maintain accurate and updated customer master data within the commercial system, and manage assigned assets (e.g., POS material, fridges, signage) to ensure optimal in-market performance.
• Operational Efficiency and Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders (e.g., logistics, finance, marketing) to ensure seamless service delivery, accurate order fulfilment, and high customer satisfaction.
• Brand Visibility and Activation Execution: Implement and support channel-relevant brand activations and in-market campaigns with compelling POS aligned to brand guidelines, driving awareness and shopper engagement.

KBI:

• Volume and Nett Revenue
• RED Adherence
• Customer Loyalty Index (CLI)
• Asset (Cooler and Vehicles) Verification
• Customer Maintenance and New Business Sign-ons
• Brand Visibility
• Brand Activations
• Sign-on of Strategic Partners (Fortress outlets)

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education:

• Matric and a formal qualification is required.
• A qualification in Sales and Marketing will be advantageous.

Experience:

• 1–3 years’ experience in an FMCG environment.
• Field Sales and Account Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• CRM or Commercial Systems Experience
• Valid Driver’s License

Skills:

• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven sales and business development skills.
• Ability to analyse data and derive actionable insights.
• Strong planning, organising, and prioritisation skills.
• Understanding of RTM and customer segmentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Deadline:29th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Supply Chain department. We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Distribution Administrator role, which is based in Perseverance.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    

• Administration support.
• Providing SAP Support.
• Owner Driver files management.
• Owner Driver query resolution monitoring.
• Owner Driver Payment.
• Deduction Reporting.
• Gathering Distribution data and compiling information.
• Generation of Ops reports and statistics.
• Internal customer and 3rd party relationship management.
• Logging, monitoring and ensuring resolution of Ops customer complaints.
• Preparing of presentations.

Skills, Experience & Education    

• Well-developed Computer literacy.
• Good inter-personal skills.
• Good analytical ability.
• Very accurate and organized person.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Creativity and initiative.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Matric qualification in Math’s or Accounting.
• Diploma in Logistics.
• Computer literacy skills (MS Office and SAP)

Deadline:29th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Manufacturing Department. We are looking for talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Team Leader Production role, which is based in Phoenix. The successful candidate will report directly to the Unit Manager in Phoenix.

KEY PURPOSE

• To lead and develop the team to manufacture world class products as per line specific quality benchmark standards in order to, meet customer requirements and meet business needs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
KEY OUTPUTS

• Manage the capturing of accurate information on shift/daily performance.
• Manage raw materials and consumption.
• Manage resource loading and temps via TEMS
• Adhere to RACM standards and processes
• Manage team development and development plans
• Understand and apply escalation procedures.
• Support SCMAT plan for Line and understanding of requirements
• Maintain role ownership at all times.
• Engage with planning and support departments on changes during shift.
• Engage with warehouse on production requirements.
• Maintain flexibility to production changes and ensuring resources available when required.
• Developed and monitored team goals.
• Delegated and monitored work activities.
• Assess candidates.
• Support and coach team members.
• Communicate manufacturing information.
• Manage team relationships.
• Enforce and maintaine safe work area.
• Support and implement change interventions.
• Manage personal development and performance.
• Solve situational problems.

KEY ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES

• Bottling principles and procedures.
• SHE policies and procedures.
• Company labour relations practices.

Application of knowledge Attributes.

• Empowerment 
• Comparison.
• Adaptability.
• Insight.
• People development.
• Conceptualisation.
• Action planning
• Organising

Skills, Experience & Education    
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Qualified artisan (N6) and/or 3 year relevant technical/production related tertiary qualification.
• 3 years technical and leadership experience in a FMCG environment

Deadline:29th July,2025

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Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in our Manufacturing department. We are looking for talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Process Artisan role, which is based in CCBSA Phoenix.  Key purpose is to maintain (inspect and adjust) and repair equipment proactively as per maintenance targets in order to continually improve department efficiency, to optimize equipment availability and to minimize losses and risk.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Equipment Maintenance and Reliability

• Perform planned and preventive maintenance on production equipment as per maintenance schedule.
• Conduct fault-finding, repairs, and replacements on mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns to reduce line stoppages and improve uptime.
• Conduct condition monitoring and raise notifications where needed.

Production Line Support

• Ensure optimal line performance by supporting daily operations with technical expertise.
• Perform and verify correct line start-up, changeovers, and shutdowns.
• Collaborate with Operators and Production Process Controllers to troubleshoot and resolve in-line issues.

Quality Assurance and Control

• Monitor and adjust equipment to meet product specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct line checks, verifications, and calibrations of sensors and critical control points (CCPs).
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and ISO standards.

Safety and Compliance

• Perform risk assessments and ensure work is done in line with SHEQ protocols.
• Report safety hazards, conduct equipment isolations (LOTO), and comply with permit systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area (5S and Housekeeping compliance)

Continuous Improvement.

• Participate in root cause analysis, problem-solving, and line improvement initiatives.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend technical solutions.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing with peers and support skills transfer across shifts.

Documentation and Reporting

• Complete job cards, checklists, and equipment logs ERP system.
• Accurately document maintenance history, spare parts usage, and equipment performance.
• Provide feedback to the Team Leader for planning and continuous improvement actions.

Skills, Experience & Education    
Education

• National Diploma or Trade Test Certificate (NQF Level 4–6) in: Mechanical Fitting, Millwright, Electrical, Mechatronics
• Valid Trade Test (Red Seal) is essential.
• Pneumatics, Hydraulics, and PLC training is an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years post-apprenticeship experience in an FMCG manufacturing or bottling environment.
• Proven experience in high-speed packaging lines and automated production systems.
• Working knowledge of maintenance planning and execution systems

Skills

• Strong mechanical and/or electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency in machine repairs, setups, and format changes
• Basic understanding of PLC systems and SCADA interfaces (advantageous)
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety standards and risk management
• Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and ISO quality systems
• Strong technical documentation and report-writing skills
• Good communication, teamwork, and shift handover practices
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, and respond to emergencies when needed

Deadline:29th July,2025