Jobs at Lactalis South Africa

Job Description    

• Join Lactalis South Africa at our Centurion Gauteng Office and take on the challenge of an Operations Coordinator. This exciting career opportunity offers you the platform to apply your strong business acumen and operational expertise to help drive the company’s next phase of growth in South Africa.
• In this role you will oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of our 3PL (third-party logistics provider) ensuring seamless warehouse and distribution activities.
• You will play a key part in aligning daily execution with Lactalis’s strategic objectives supporting efficiency service excellence and cost control across the supply chain.

Required Skills    

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Supply Chain discipline)
• 4-6 years’ relevant experience in various supply chain operations in either multi-national(s) or major South African organizations
• Ability to work independently and in a team, tenacious and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, assertive and strong reporting skills.
• Dynamic and active stakeholder management
• Influencing skills
• Conflict management and resolution
• Supply Chain/Logistics Principles
• Strong negotiation skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a self-starter and strive for perfection
• Must have a valid SA drivers’ licence

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient execution of Sanulac and Vista Business.
• Manage RTS from 3PL warehouse to Clayville Warehouse.
• Capture RTS orders in Rapid trade and Faster Order Capture.
• Capture and manage internal stock transfers between internal warehouses.
• Ensure high customer service level through coordination and collaboration with 3PLs.
• Peak periods and holiday planning with 3PLs.
• Plan 3PL visits in line with SLA requirements.
• Ensure cost control is monitored and adhered to.
• Manage 3PL distributor performance according to SLA.
• Auditing of 3PL processes, safety, quality, and documentation to ensure 100% compliance
• Proactive and frequent communication to improve visibility of operations to stakeholders
• Travel as required within the 3PL network to fulfil operational responsibilities.
• Oversee claims process to ensure all customer claims are settled within agreed timelines 

Closing Date    

• 2025/09/25

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Job Description    

• Join Lactalis South Africa at our Centurion Gauteng Office and take on the challenge of an Inventory Supervisor. This exciting career opportunity offers you the platform to apply your strong business acumen and operational expertise to help drive the company’s next phase of growth in South Africa.

Required Skills    

• Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Advanced excel skills.
• At least 5 Years experience in stock controlling in FMCG environment
• Working knowledge of BPCS and INFOLOG would be advantageous.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Control and investigate stock transactions, allocations, movement, and adjustments.
• Full responsibility of the following points: Variance report; Reconciling of monthly stock as well as stock in transit; Actual stock counts; Factory claims; Adherence to stock procedures.
• Investigation and reconciliation of all identified inventory discrepancies
• FEFO principals
• Manage and monitor Stock at risk and highlighted to sales team for action.
• Control warehouse dumps.
• Control Regrade transaction.
• Track and trend cycle count losses daily.
• Monthly stock take, control, and compliance
• Daily spot checks
• Monitor daily stock availability to avoid trims.
• Variance analysis and reporting
• Control and submit Un-managed location.
• GIT managed and cleared.
• NQL movement postings done and submitted daily.
• Commentary on NQL done daily (stock pack)
• Daily, Weekly, and Monthly KPI’s and reports requested by management on all allocations, movement, and adjustments.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with Stock team and Warehouse Manager.

Closing Date    

• 2025/09/25

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Job Description    

• As a Marketing Manager for Austral Africa, you will play a pivotal role in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies to enhance our brand presence and drive business growth in the region.
• This role demands a deep understanding of the local markets, consumer behaviour, cultural nuances specific to Austral Africa, and a strong inclination towards generating and deploying innovative solutions aiming at delivering profitable and sustainable turnover growth.
• The ideal candidate will possess the ability of executing /doing/delivering, in addition to the leadership skills typically demanded by a regional role.

Required Skills    

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 12 years Marketing experience within an FMCG environment
• At least 6 years in a managerial role (longer experience in a managerial role will be considered a plus).
• Proven experience in developing innovative marketing strategies and executing successful campaigns.
• Strong understanding of the Austral African market, cultural nuances, and a passion for innovation.
• Strong project management and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels (business & customer interface)
• Interpret and understand complex financial, consumer and shopper data
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English and ideally one or more local languages of the Austral Africa region, would be an advantage.
• Availability to travel at least twice a month to one or more AustralAfrican markets

Duties & Responsibilities    

Market Research and Analysis:

• Conduct thorough market research to grasp the competitive landscape, market trends, customer needs, and opportunities in Austral Africa.
• Analyse consumer behaviour and adapt marketing strategies to meet local preferences and expectations, in coordination with our regional and central Market Research offices;
• Analyse in market panel data to understand performance and shape marketing strategy and activities.

Strategy Development and Innovation:

• Develop and implement effective, innovative marketing strategies tailored to Austral Africa, including branding, product positioning, and market penetration plans.
• Lead the generation and deployment of new and creative marketing solutions, constantly seeking ways to disrupt the market positively and leveraging on the global and regional product portfolio.

Campaign Management:

• Plan and execute innovative marketing campaigns, including digital, social media, events, and traditional advertising, relevant to the Austral African market.
• Monitor campaign performance, analyse data, and adjust to optimize results.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Establish and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders, including SA marketing and R&D teams, division and corporate functions
• Establish and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders, including local partners, customers, and media agencies.

Team Leadership and Culture:

• Lead and mentor the local marketing team, encouraging a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, promoting creative thinking and new ideas. Ensure that behaviours are aligned with our corporate core values of Engagement, Ambition and Simplicity.

Budget Management:

• Oversee the marketing and trade marketing budget for Austral Africa, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maximum ROI.
• Coordinate Annual Budget presentation
• Monitor monthly expenses

Closing Date    

• 2025/10/03