Job Openings at The Heineken Company

Purpose of the position:

• The Ops Co-Ordinator is responsible for effectively handling the administration and financial functions 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 organisation’s endeavour 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

Budgeting and Cost Control

• 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.

Asset Management

• 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 compliance.

Stock Management Support

• 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 organisational policies and procedures.

The successful candidate must have the following 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, and Success Factors experience is beneficial.
• The ability to work overtime and on Public Holidays when required.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Closing Date: 16/02/2026

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PURPOSE OF POSITION 

• The Trade Marketing Analyst will provide analytical expertise, data insights and project management support to inform decision-making across multiple strategic areas.
• This role involves working closely with the Trade Marketing and Channel Marketing team, as well as other cross-functional teams to optimize collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
• The Trade Marketing Analyst will assist in all Trade Marketing and Channel Marketing ROI and KPI measurements and tracking to support data-driven decisions for channel marketing campaigns. 
• Project management support is required for strategic initiatives led by the Integrated Commercial Lead, as well as HWOW and ICP processes. 

KEY RESULT AREAS 

Category, Portfolio & Brand Analysis

• Provide detailed campaign performance analysis and reporting to support category, portfolio, and brand strategies.
• Track ROI and KPIs to measure the impact and effectiveness of campaigns and programs, ensuring alignment with objectives and budget allocations.

Annual Planning & Reporting

• Support the administration of HWOW/ ICP for the annual planning process.
• Monitor and track KPIs to ensure successful execution of plans.
• Analyse and report on the performance of TM campaigns, driving continuous improvement in the market.

Project Management

• Be able to support the project management lead with multiple large scale strategic projects.
• Assist in the facilitation of project management workshop by providing support through scheduling workshops, setting agendas and leading key communication to stakeholders.
• Assist in setting up change management communication through managing different methods of change management communications, i.e. Townhalls, Emails etc.
• Assist in project budgeting, tracking and risk logging. 

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

• Diploma in Commerce, Marketing or Business Administration.
• Diploma in Project Management.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• 3 to 5 Years’ experience in a similar analytics role.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with various teams (sales, marketing, finance).
• Proven ability to drive ROI and KPIs and improve execution through data-driven decisions.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of project support.
• Innovative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.

Closing Date: 20/02/2026

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Purpose of the Job:

• To sell and promote Heineken Beverages' Brand portfolio by creating brand awareness and building brands in line with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and developing relationships with existing and new customers.
• Achieve monthly sales targets through new business and upselling current customers.
• Use data to inform customers’ understanding of which products can help them reach their goals and how to achieve this.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and maintain a healthy pipeline for future deals.
• Present products to customers in a professional and knowledgeable manner
• Conducting market research to keep up to date with industry trends and competitor activity.
• Build and maintain a strong brand image.
• Communicate and collaborate with other members of the sales and marketing team.
• Drive and maintain Accessibility, Affordability, Availability and Activation
• Run price driven promotions.
• Maintain call strike rate in accordance with targets.
• Share and implement new ideas regarding sales and improving effectiveness of the sales teams and/ or the effectiveness of marketing activities.
• Take responsibility for personal improvement and skills development.
• Follow Heineken Beverages’ policies and procedures and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Job Requirements:

• A tertiary qualification in Sales, Marketing, or a related field. Relevant industry training and certifications are an advantage.
• A minimum of 3 years of sales experience
• Relevant experience within the Alcoholic Beverage or broader FMCG industry would be preferable.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Numerical and business acumen experience
• High levels of energy, persistence, drive as well as a sense of urgency.
• The ability to work optimally in a high performance and competitive environment.
• Ability to plan realistically and take action to deliver on time.
• Excellent negotiating skills to gain commitment to solutions by using your influencing and networking skills.
• Have a passion for customer service by making clients and their needs a primary focus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High versatility to adapt to changing environment.
• Ability to effectively manage customer relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels.

Closing Date: 12/02/2026

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Purpose of the Position

• To sell and promote the Heineken Beverages Brand portfolio to customers within a specific geographical area, by creating brand awareness and building brands in line with strategic objectives.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Drive market share
• Drive and maintain Accessibility, Availability and Activation and Affordability for clients
• Drive RSP
• Brand portfolio approach across all categories Beer, Wine, Spirits and RTD
• Drive price-driven promotions and power pack compliance agreements with customers
• Build partnerships with customers
• Maintain call strike rate
• Drive continuous improvement and implement business improvement initiatives
• Take responsibility for own development and contribute to team effectiveness by displaying HEINEKEN Behaviours

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification (Diploma / Degree)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• 2-3 years of FMCG or relevant experience
• A valid drivers license - Code 08 without endorsements with at least 2 years driving experience
• Weekend work and promotions
• Persuasive selling skills & negotiation
• Sales Commercial Insights: Awareness and understanding of the implications of fundamental commercial implications on day- to-  day decisions
• Sales process management :Understand the primary key drivers of sales in different channels
• Sales Product Knowledge: Product relevance by channel, cluster and tier understood and applied
• Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth
• Sales Technology Application: Demonstrate an understanding of how technology works within the sales process

Closing Date: 09/02/2026

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Key performance areas include (but are not limited to):

• Operate the boiler: start, stop, clean, do operational checks & stripping.
• Start/stop and operate air compressors
• Perform general duties as requested by Engineering Specialist
• Perform cleaning, painting & greasing of general machine components
• Do daily checks at effluent plant
• Ensure that related administration is attended to timeously
• Adhere to relevant Health & Safety rules and regulations
• Adhere to relevant Quality standards
• Participate in Mini-Business activities

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Proven ability to operate boilers safely and effectively
• Relevant working experience within a workshop environment
• Basic administrative abilities in order to complete forms, read pressure gauges and interpret graphs
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and extended hours
• Must have own or reliable transport to and from work

Qualification required:

• Grade 12 Qualification
• A John Thompson Operator Certificate or equivalent qualification

Closing Date: 06/02/2026

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Key performance areas include, but not limited to:

• Maintaining electronic systems on existing machinery and equipment;
• Attending to electronic related equipment breakdowns;
• Fault finding in electronic equipment;
• Reading and interpreting complex circuit diagrams
• Attending to electrical related equipment breakdowns, if required;
• Providing assistance to production lines;
• Installation of electronic systems on new machinery and equipment;
• Upgrading, optimising and modifying electronic control systems;
• Programming stacking patterns on palletisers, etc.
• Adhering to all relevant quality, health & safety policies and procedures;
• Completing all relevant administration;
• Providing inputs for budgets (OPEX and CAPEX).
• Dealing with suppliers and contractors

The successful candidate must have the following qualification/experience/skills:

• Qualified Electronic Technician (N6);
• At least 3 years relevant experience in the Electronics environment;

Working knowledge of:

• PLC/HMI programming (Siemens S7, Win CC, Simotion Scout, TIA Portal, etc.);
• Industrial networks (Profibus, Ethernet, ASI, etc.);
• Scada Systems / Plant Information Systems;
• Electrical components (contactors, overloads, starters, sensors, PT100, etc.);
• Variable speed drives (Danfoss, Telemechanique, Lenze, etc.);
• Familiar with conveyor line controls, automation and high-speed filling lines;
• Computer literate in MS Office package (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, etc.);
• Ability to work independently and under pressure;
• Willing and able to be on standby and respond to callouts after hours and on weekends (standby is rotated on a weekly basis);
• Willing and able to work extended hours (overtime) as and/or when required;
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.

Closing Date: 06/02/2026

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Purpose of the Positions

• Successful interns will be expected to enter a full-time 12-month contract commencing on the 1 March 2025 and terminating on the 28 February 2026.
• The intention is to give practical work experience to students who are currently studying towards a relevant formal qualification.

Key Learning Areas include, but are not limited to:

• Quality Control and Assurance (intrinsic & extrinsic control, Quality Management Systems; etc)
• Research
• Production 

 To qualify for selection and participation in this programme, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:

• South African citizenship
• Satisfactory academic record and in final year of obtaining relevant tertiary qualification (National Diploma in Food Technology/Analytical Chemistry, BSc Biotechnology)
• Basic Computer Literacy
• Sound communication and presentation skills
• Effective time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.
• Reliable transport to and from place of work
• Must be willing, able and committed to enter into and complete the 12-month internship programme. 

Closing Date: 11/02/2026

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PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The Project Manager will drive, enable and support the effective translation, implementation and realization of cross functional Trade Marketing initiatives that drives value for Heineken Beverages against the group strategy and objectives across different functions such as Procurement, Marketing, Sales etc.  

KEY RESULT AREAS

Effective management of projects

• Design and delivery of Project/s and integration of plans to deliver against the strategy.
• Facilitate project or programme commercials with an approved business case.
• Oversee budget management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assess and facilitate prioritisation of the project to be delivered through the portfolio.
• Manage the interdependence of the project with other changes and projects within the broader business.
• Working with high levels of uncertainty and agility to change when new information becomes available.
• Ensure change management is part of the programme plans to enable the required business changes.
• Implement management routines and KPIs tracking to assure the delivery of benefits aligned to the project and overall portfolio objectives.

Managing cross-functional project team

• Mobilize, energize and effectively manage cross functional teams to ensure delivery of project objectives. These teams may include employees from Heineken Beverages or contract parties.
• Coach team members on project management fundamentals.
• Coordinate training where required.

Drive effective governance

• Construct and manage a fit for purpose eco-system and cadence to effectively manage project delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Tracking and reporting progress of programme and projects within the Trade Marketing Portfolio, on all levels across Heineken Beverages.
• Development and implementation of a through the line project or programme change management plan.
• Assuring project management governance in place (planning, budgeting, timing, risk management, etc.).
• Compile and facilitate presentations and engagements at different levels – both inside and external of the organization.
• Review, coordination and finalization of related project contracts which may include contracting with external parties.
• Coordinate and work with business owners from a governance perspective on impacted and changed business processes.
• Ensure that data governance is an integral part of project construct.
• Coordinate and work with Internal Audit to provide correct project delivery assurance.

Drive continuous improvement in area of responsibility

• Implement new ideas and improved methods, systems and work processes which lead to higher quality, better results at same or reduced cost.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• A relevant and recognised Diploma/Degree (PMO related accreditations will be an advantage)
• Project Management certification
• Prince2 and Agile certification will be advantageous

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Minimum 5-8 years’ relevant working experience in a Project environment.
• Experience of the management of complex projects.
• Marketing, Trade Marketing or Commerce experience.
• Experience of programme, commercial and change management methods with tools.
• Experience with senior stakeholder management.

Closing Date: 18/02/2026