Job Vacanies at Distell

Purpose Statement of the Position
A Receivables Controller job description includes overseeing the collection of customer accounts in a manner that ensures high customer satisfaction and loyalty. As such, a Receivables Controller must be able to communicate in an efficient yet friendly manner with customers.The individual is responsible for contacting debtors for the collection of outstanding payments, as well as resolving claims and disputes arising from customers, with the objective of avoiding invoices in arrears.

Performance Areas Would Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Operational Results
• Manage the process of contacting debtors for payments/outstanding amounts on accounts
• Send agreed and approved communication in standard formats (SMS, email letters) to serve as reminders final demands
• Manage the process of collections from order to legal action
• Monitor and manage the transactional work list
• Ensure that the correct process is followed in respect of claims on discounts, returns, bottles
• Manage the process whereby to investigate the validity of claim

Customer & Stakeholder Relationship Results

• Maintain sound working relationship with stakeholders
• Build, support and maintain healthy, diverse internal and external relationships to ensure achievement of organisational goals

Risk & Governance, Compliance and Reports

• Proactive risk identification, mitigation and management
• Ensure compliance to Order to Cash policies, procedures and contracts
• Compile, submit and present various reports as required
• Provide progress reports and performance reports when required

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Experience/skills

• Credit Management 1&2
• 3-5 years’ experience in collections and accounts receivable
• Knowledge within a collections and accounts receivable department
• Multi-task and work efficiently
• Excellent analytical skills
• Effectively prioritize daily workloads
• Strong written and verbal communication, including the ability to assertively communicate with customers to obtain timely payments
• Experience with MS Office applications and SAP
• Self-start and work independently
• Understanding of debit/credit entries
• Build relationships both in credit department and across departments

Application Process

If interested and meet all requirements, please register and apply via the Distell career portal by logging onto www.distell.co.za/careers

Reference number: 16561 
Closing date: 06 January 2020

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Applications are invited for the above mentioned position based at the Distell Libertas Office, Stellenbosch. This position reports directly to the General Manager: SA Distilleries with an indirect reporting line to the Finance Manager: SA Manufacturing.

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

• Critical analysis of SA Distilleries performance against standards, budget and forecast
• Validate the financial impact and affordability of the site business plans and ensure alignment to the Supply Chain strategy
• Evaluate and present standards review changes for costing with relevant supporting motivations which includes financial impact and ensure implementation
• Define Financial Roles and Responsibilities for non-financial managers (production and service departments) and coach line management where required
• Interpret results of productivity measurements, propose optimal practices for the sites and measure the implementation and results thereof
• Consolidate and evaluate the forecasted financial performance for the site based on the current business climate
• Assist the site managers to compile the sites’ business plans (short and long term), present for approval and monitor the execution of the plan
• Provide the budget guidelines and framework for each business unit, critically evaluate and compile the consolidated budget for SA Distilleries
• Evaluate site capital requirements in line with the 5 year plan and current business requirements
• Evaluate and ensure financial decisions comply with IFRS requirements
• Review relevant site Internal Controls and Checks (ICC's) monthly and identify mitigating controls and corrective actions to minimise risk
• Review proposed changes to Excise governance SOP's
• Ensure all governance policies and procedures are updated, available and communicated to relevant stakeholders
• Participate in cross-site audits and stock takes
• Effective management of fixed assets
• Ad hoc financial analysis of opportunities to reduce Working Capital or optimise plants/processes
• Optimise production and stock models
• Responsible for all JV’s managed by SA Distilleries

The successful candidate will have the following attributes, experience & qualifications:

• Relevant Accounting degree required
• Relevant Honours Degree will be highly advantageous
• Knowledge of Excise duties/accounts will be highly advantageous
• Minimum 5 years relevant business experience
• Advanced MS Office skills
• Sound knowledge of SAP and /or other ERP systems
• Communication skills that include excellent negotiation skills, ability to network and excellent presentation skills
• High energy levels and a self-starter
• Good analytical skills and ability to interpret and present financial and statistical data
• Strong decision making and problem solving ability
• Opportunity seeking attitude with sound business skills and judgement
• Excellent time management skills and a sense of urgency
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Adaptable to change
• Willingness to work irregular hours when required

Application Process

If interested and meet all requirements, please register and apply via the Distell career portal by logging onto www.distell.co.za/careers

Reference Number: 16582 
Closing Date: 13 January 2020

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Applications are invited for the above mentioned position in the Sales division based at Pretoria. This person will report to the Sales General Manager.

Purpose Statement of the Position
Managing the team of Sales consultants and Field Sales Manager(s) Grocer to ensure growth of Distell Brand portfolio within the Off Trade Channel (Grocer, Retail and Wholesale) and create consumer pull to assist the company in achieving its strategic objectives

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

• Strategic & Financial Results
• Market share growth
• Develop formal off trade plan
• Identify growth opportunities
• Operational Results
• Optimise resources to achieve sales targets
• Quarterly Sales Plan
• Analysing and identify growth opportunities with measurement and tracking for reporting purposes
• Manage DVC
• Customer & Relationship Results
• Build partnerships with customers
• Call strike rate
• 4 A score compliance vs non compliance
• Innovation & Improvement Results
• Drive continuous improvement and implement business improvement initiatives
• Share and implement new ideas regarding sales and improving effectiveness of sales force
• Leadership Results
• Skills facilitator & On the job training and Coaching
• Demonstrating Distell Corporate Values
• Coach the sales teams to execute Sales excellence processes
• Effectively manage EPMS and Career Management cycles with team to develop future fit competence
• Focus on employee engagement

Demonstrates Proficiency In The Following Functional Competencies

• Persuasive selling skills & negotiations - Can approach and influence customers at all levels of the organisation
• Sales budget and reporting - Full knowledge and understanding of budgeting, control processes and systems and reporting
• Sales Commercial Insights - Actively drive business value and regular corrective actions through coaching
• Sales Evaluation - How to develop measures and methods for monitoring and evaluating sales promotion performance
• Sales process management - Able to identify the key drivers for selecting or retaining a channel or portfolio management approach for structuring sales team activities
• Sales Prospecting and Opportunity Management - Can review new prospects and develop approach strategy tailored to the most appropriate customers.
• Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth - Can develop the sales plan by developing clear objectives and tactics aligned with overall marketing plan and Distell strategy
• Sales Technology Application - Technology enablers and sales processes are optimised/improved in ways that delivered productivity and increased sales

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Experience/skills

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 3-5 years FMCG experience
• Flexible 44 working hour week
• Week end promotions
• The ability to identify and define problems and make balanced and sound decisions
• Strong 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
• The ability to adjust to change and manage your own energy levels
• Have the ability to plan realistically and take action to deliver on time
• Excellent negotiating skills to gain commitments to solutions by using your influencing and networking skills
• Have a passion for customer service by making clients and their needs a primary focus
• Have the ability to coach, facilitate, inspire, transform and lead your team towards a shared goal and vision
• Good communication skills
• Self-starter / self-motivator and acting independently

Applications Process
If interested and meet all requirements, kindly log onto Distell’s Careers Page: https://www.distell.co.za/careers/ in order to register and apply online.

Reference number: 16172 Closing Date: 10 January 2020

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Applications are invited for the above mentioned position in the Sales division based at Mpumalanga. This person will report to the Sales General Manager.

Purpose Statement of the Position
Managing the team of Sales consultants and Field Sales Manager(s) to ensure growth of Distell Brand portfolio within the area and create consumer pull to assist the company in achieving its strategic objectives

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

• Strategic & Financial Results
• Market share growth
• Identify growth opportunities
• Operational Results
• Optimise resources to achieve sales targets
• Quarterly Sales Plan
• Analysing and identify growth opportunities with measurement and tracking for reporting purposes
• Manage DVC
• Customer & Relationship Results
• Build partnerships with customers
• Call strike rate
• 4 A score compliance vs non compliance
• Innovation & Improvement Results
• Drive continuous improvement and implement business improvement initiatives
• Share and implement new ideas regarding sales and improving effectiveness of sales force
• Leadership Results

Skills facilitator & On the job training and Coaching

• Demonstrating Distell Corporate Values
• Coach the sales teams to execute Sales excellence processes
• Effectively manage EPMS and Career Management cycles with team to develop future fit competence
• Focus on employee engagement

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Experience/skills

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 3-5 years FMCG experience
• Flexible 44 working hour week
• Week end promotions
• The ability to identify and define problems and make balanced and sound decisions
• Strong 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
• The ability to adjust to change and manage your own energy levels
• Have the ability to plan realistically and take action to deliver on time
• Excellent negotiating skills to gain commitments to solutions by using your influencing and networking skills
• Have a passion for customer service by making clients and their needs a primary focus
• Have the ability to coach, facilitate, inspire, transform and lead your team towards a shared goal and vision
• Good communication skills
• Self-starter / self-motivator and acting independently
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Demonstrates Proficiency In The Following Functional Competencies

• Persuasive selling skills & negotiations - Can approach and influence customers at all levels of the organisation
• Sales budget and reporting - Full knowledge and understanding of budgeting, control processes and systems and reporting
• Sales Commercial Insights - Actively drive business value and regular corrective actions through coaching
• Sales Evaluation - How to develop measures and methods for monitoring and evaluating sales promotion performance
• Sales process management - Able to identify the key drivers for selecting or retaining a channel or portfolio management approach for structuring sales team activities
• Sales Prospecting and Opportunity Management - Can review new prospects and develop approach strategy tailored to the most appropriate customers.
• Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth - Can develop the sales plan by developing clear objectives and tactics aligned with overall marketing plan and Distell strategy
• Sales Technology Application - Technology enablers and sales processes are optimised/improved in ways that delivered productivity and increased sales

Applications To Be Sent To
If interested and meet all requirements, kindly log onto Distell’s Careers Page: https://www.distell.co.za/careers/ in order to register and apply online.

Reference number: 16587  Closing Date: 9 January 2020

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Applications are invited for the above mentioned position to be based in Secondary Production, Wadeville. This successful applicant will report to the Site Services Foreman .

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

• Maintaining plant, machinery and equipment on the site, e.g. Cellars equipment, boilers, compressors, refrigeration plant, Distillery plant, etc.
• Skilled in using workshop and engineering tools and apparatus.
• Execute in-house projects, e.g. repair and fabrication/ installation of structures, equipment, etc.
• Improving overall equipment efficiency of utilities’ equipment.
• Adhering to relevant Health, Risk & Safety (OHS Act) regulations and Quality standards.
• Adherence to maintenance schedules.
• Administration- completion of jobcards, registers, etc.
• Stand-by duty and overtime as and when required
• Participating in Mini-Business activities (Mission Directed Work Teams).

The Successful Candidate Must Have The Following Experience/skills

• Matric or Mechanical NTC3 qualification.
• Trade tested.
• Extensive post trade experience in a Utilities/ Facilities environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to display attention to detail.

Applications To Be Sent To
If interested and meet all requirements, kindly log onto Distell’s Careers Page: https://www.distell.co.za/careers/ in order to register and apply online.

Reference number: 16589 Closing Date: 9 January 2020