Jobs at The South African Breweries (SAB)

• The key purpose of the team leader packaging is to lead the SBU in the execution of the production plan, executing quality control and analyses, the carrying out of autonomous maintenance tasks and the resolution of production problems.

Key roles and responsibilities

Operating and Process Control

• Ensuring the SBU understands and adheres to the operational, quality and process standards, work instructions and maintenance schedules and performance target.
• Mentoring, supporting and coaching team members in the correct execution of their tasks.
• Checking and verifying that team members are monitoring process performance, carrying out required quality checks and recording the information on the appropriate systems.
• Reviewing and sign off of shift performance and ensuring that all required administration tasks in support of the production team are carried out.
• Where production problems have been escalated to the team leader, deciding on a course of action to resolve the problem. This may involve calling in specialist resources.
• Developing teams and ensure training needs are met by carrying out training needs analysis, one-on-ones and performance reviews.
• Where a team leader has identified a training need, corrective action must be initiated.
• Driving performance management, leading the development of team goals and carrying out performance reviews and team target review sessions.
• Ensure end of shift results report is complete to enable shift handover Ensure QFR, 5 why and Abnormality reports are done according to triggers

Maintenance of Plant and Equipment

• Checking that the team, in accordance with work instructions and maintenance schedules carries out required autonomous maintenance tasks and any required running repairs on shift.
• Ensuring that the process artisan carries out running repairs on shift, mentors and coaches the process operator on autonomous maintenance and carries out work in support of the maintenance specialists. 
• Ensuring that the process artisan takes part in maintenance and cleaning days in support of maintenance specialist and takes part in maintenance postmortems. 
• Takes part in maintenance planning meetings, where appropriate, and highlights maintenance problems requiring attention. 
• Where maintenance issues have been escalated to the team leader, the team leader with the Packaging artisans must provide guidance and call in additional resources if required.

Maintenance of Plant and Equipment

Requirements:

• National Diploma / NQF level 6 qualification (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Instrumentation, Chemical, or Process) 
• Bachelor’s degree (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 – 5 years Manufacturing industries
• Completed Packaging Traineeship, ABInBev Leadership, or Artisan Training (Planning experience will be an added advantage)
• 3–5 years of factory production experience
• Proven shift production expertise, and a strong performance record marked by discipline, problem-solving skills, and a drive for continuous improvement.

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• The key purpose of the team leader packaging is to lead the SBU in the execution of the production plan, executing quality control and analyses, the carrying out of autonomous maintenance tasks and the resolution of production problems.

Key roles and responsibilities

Operating and Process Control

• Ensuring the SBU understands and adheres to the operational, quality and process standards, work instructions and maintenance schedules and performance target.
• Mentoring, supporting and coaching team members in the correct execution of their tasks.
• Checking and verifying that team members are monitoring process performance, carrying out required quality checks and recording the information on the appropriate systems.
• Reviewing and sign off of shift performance and ensuring that all required administration tasks in support of the production team are carried out.
• Where production problems have been escalated to the team leader, deciding on a course of action to resolve the problem. This may involve calling in specialist resources.
• Developing teams and ensure training needs are met by carrying out training needs analysis, one-on-ones and performance reviews.
• Where a team leader has identified a training need, corrective action must be initiated.
• Driving performance management, leading the development of team goals and carrying out performance reviews and team target review sessions.
• Ensure end of shift results report is complete to enable shift handover Ensure QFR, 5 why and Abnormality reports are done according to triggers

Maintenance of Plant and Equipment

• Checking that the team, in accordance with work instructions and maintenance schedules carries out required autonomous maintenance tasks and any required running repairs on shift.
• Ensuring that the process artisan carries out running repairs on shift, mentors and coaches the process operator on autonomous maintenance and carries out work in support of the maintenance specialists. 
• Ensuring that the process artisan takes part in maintenance and cleaning days in support of maintenance specialist and takes part in maintenance postmortems. 
• Takes part in maintenance planning meetings, where appropriate, and highlights maintenance problems requiring attention. 
• Where maintenance issues have been escalated to the team leader, the team leader with the Packaging artisans must provide guidance and call in additional resources if required.

Maintenance of Plant and Equipment

Requirements:

• National Diploma / NQF level 6 qualification (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Instrumentation, Chemical, or Process) 
• Bachelor’s degree (advantageous)
• Minimum 3 – 5 years Manufacturing industries
• Completed Packaging Traineeship, ABInBev Leadership, or Artisan Training (Planning experience will be an added advantage)
• 3–5 years of factory production experience
• Proven shift production expertise, and a strong performance record marked by discipline, problem-solving skills, and a drive for continuous improvement.

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• The Key Purpose of this role is to execute brand led consumer experiences which lead to long term brand advocacy and simultaneously influence volume and market share growth and increased competitiveness of SAB beer and ciders. Execute regional events with the objective of driving incremental volume & market share growth, while simultaneously reinforcing brand narrative and enhancing SAB corporate reputation.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Planning, executing and reporting on experiential events within the region (brand building activations) to reinforce the brand narrative, while delivering memorable consumer experiences.
• Planning, executing and reporting on regional events (sales driving events led by regions) in line with execution guidelines to deliver incremental profitable volume Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal (sales teams and brand teams) and external stakeholders (stadium owners, event owners and community)
• Management of SAB beer account procedures (FBIs, stock & deals)
• Gather and develop insights into Consumer behaviour and engagement with our brands
• Manage third party event suppliers and stakeholders

Key Competencies and Attributes: 

• Good interpersonal skills / builds good relationships
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Good negotiation skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum relevant 3 years sales/marketing qualification
• Valid Code 8 Drivers License
• Computer literate
• Social Media savvy

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• The Key Purpose of this role is to work towards achieving growth in volumes sold, growth in market share and increased competitiveness through providing market driven differentiated service that builds sustainable competitiveness within clearly identified segments. 

Key Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Achieve sales targets for assigned areas
• Manage and supervise Distributors of assigned sector (order, payment, re-distribution)
• Ensure IB products are available in reasonable stock (complete range) in the customers and retail outlets 
• Ensure chiller are properly placed in the performing outlet and used exclusively for IBPLC products in the assigned sector 
• Monitor the recommended price of our product at sales outlets 
• Closely monitor actions of the competition

Minimum Requirements:

• 3-year degree qualification 
• At least 2 years experience in sales/marketing/FMCG environment 
• Valid unendorsed Cod 8 drivers' license 
• Basic computer literacy and experiencing working with Microsoft Office
• Local area knowledge is a requirement 
• Excellent administration skills 

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• The Key Purpose of this role is the effective operation of the PDM system, including the capture and updating of documents, and the auditing of the PDM system

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Actively drives Quality awareness on site
• Owner of TNA for quality management system competence
• Support non-conformance management and ensure loop closure
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of the Quality management systems in the brewery
• Align document controller goals and objectives with business strategy
• Assist in the implementation of the quality management process
• Site champion for all document and record keeping by ensuring PDM is managed as per the SAP configuration system
• Ensure all documentation including work practice documentation is current and reflective of the process
• Motivate key personnel to take accountability for Document management within their area of responsibility
• Develop and maintain procedures, work instructions, standard operating practices and site-specific policies for Document
• Control and Records
• Plan and manage internal and external audits

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Sound knowledge and experience of the food safety system and standards
• Computer Literacy
• Keen interest in data manipulation
• Good all-round knowledge of AB-InBev manufacturing processes and philosophies
• Proven knowledge and experience in integrating and facilitating a multi- disciplinary group of skills, specialists and functions
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Results focused with the ability to continuously raise the bar to achieve operational excellence

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary Qualification in Sciences (or equivalent)
• 3 year related tertiary qualification
• 3-5 years in a quality assurance discipline with solid understanding of systems and knowledge of brewery processes
• Previous auditing experience would be advantageous

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• The key purpose of this role is the Management of all Raw Material (RM) inventory within the logistics supply chain ensuring product quality standards met &  in compliance ​to all inventory governance processes & controls. All physical movement of inventory is correctly reflected in SAP, inventory differences investigated, resolved & reported. ​​

Key roles and responsibilities:

• ​RM Inventory quality fundamentals standards are adhered to as per VPO requirements​​
• RM Inventory accurately blocked in SAP with physical blocking mechanism in place as per VPO standards for quality related & obsolescence stock​​
• Ensure compliance to the freshness & rotation policy as per VPO standards​​
• Inventory count are recorded accurately with quantities per storage location & Best Before Dates (BBD) x SKU & bin cards clearly displayed as per VPO standards ​​
• Inventory concession policy applied & approved as per VPO product age standards​​
• RM Inventory accurately blocked in SAP with physical blocking mechanism in place as per VPO standards for quality related & obsolescence stock​​
• All RM salvages are re-packed as per VPO standards​​
• All obsolescence stock are decanted as per standard policy & procedure​​
• All Received stock are GRN as per standard policy & procedure​
• Independent inventory counts conducted on all RM Inventory reconciled to SAP inventory . Inventory count difference identified, investigated, resolved & reported. Un-resolved inventory count differences escalated to RM Controller with commentary & action plans​​
• All physical movements of RM Inventory are transacted in SAP accurately. Packaging receipts validated by line counters, write-off's are verified against signed-off documentation & gate sheets​​
• Breakages, Obsolescence & salvages stock are signed-off & processed in SAP accurately​.​
• All daily controls, open shipments are reviewed & resolved. ​
• All claims are processed timeously with signed-off backup documentation & SAB reimbursed ​​
• Supply Chain Overheads Budget vs Actual costs are monitored with gaps & action plans reports ​
• Managing and daily planning of workload for team​
• Daily Documentation Control​
• Ensuring good Governance​
• Weekly and monthly stock count compliance​
• Monitor and control raw materials and stocks – handling and storage​
• Apply good waste management practices​
• Apply Good Housekeeping and 5S principles​
• Risk assessments and issuing of PTW​
• HR & Administrative duties​
• Liaison with internal and external customers​
• Support team goals and VPO principles​
• Daily Stock Reconciliation ​
• Weekly PRP compliance​
• All Documentation signed-off by relevant persons, filed & securely stored as per Inventory Control Policy - Inventory stock packs, shipment packs, gate register, etc.​
• Security cameras in key points on site & random verification conducted​​
• 3 Point independent checks are conducted on all shipments for departure & arrival - Random checks conducted to ensure compliance​

Profile:

• National Diploma in Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, Logistics or relevant studies ​​
• 2-3 years’ experience in a Stock Control environment​​
• Knowledge of Stock Control Processes ​​
• MS Office & SAP proficiency​
• Licensed FLT driver​
• Attention to detail​s​
• Problem solving ability​
• Good verbal ability and communication skills​
• A team player with well-developed organisational and planning skills​
• Capable of operating in a pressurised cross- functional and demanding environment​
• Good customer ethics and interpersonal skills​
• Ability to self-manage

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• The key purpose of this role is to drive strategic partnerships on the BEES platform, enabling digital transformation and BEES adoption for partners. This role combines consultative engagement, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver sustainable growth for partners and BEES. Acting as the primary liaison, the 3P EL ensures alignment between partner objectives and BEES capabilities, unlocking efficiency, monetization, and long-term value.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Account Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for partners, managing end-to-end relationships and ensuring successful BEES adoption.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute tailored account plans aligned with partner goals and BEES KPIs, focusing on digital maturity and transformation.
• Change Management: Drive organizational readiness within partner teams, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Relationship Management: Build trusted, long-term partnerships through proactive engagement delivering partner BEES advocacy.
• Performance Optimization: Analyze sales, adoption, and operational data to identify growth opportunities and implement actionable strategies and be able to present these to owners & senior leadership globally & locally.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Mobilize internal teams (Tech, Revenue Management, Product, Care) and external stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
• Revenue Growth Initiatives: Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within the BEES ecosystem to expand partner engagement and profitability.
• Reporting & Insights: Provide regular performance updates, forecasts, and strategic recommendations to partners and internal leadership.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to inform partner strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
• Customer Experience Metrics: Track and improve partner satisfaction through KPIs such as NPS, Rate My Delivery, and digital engagement scores.
• Innovation Advocacy: Act as a voice of the customer, providing feedback to product teams for continuous improvement of BEES solutions.
• Joint Business Planning: Co-create value plans with partners and suppliers, aligning commercial objectives and digital strategies for mutual growth.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Strategic Account Leadership & Planning
• Digital Transformation & BEES Adoption
• Change Management & Organizational Readiness
• Data-Driven Performance Optimization
• Cross-Functional Collaboration (Tech, Revenue, Product, Care)
• Revenue Growth Initiatives & Joint Business Planning
• Market Intelligence & Customer Experience Metrics
• Innovation Advocacy & Continuous Improvement

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (Business, Marketing, or related field).
• Experience in Key Account Management or Sales Management within CPG/Tech/wholesale industry is ideal.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, PowerPoint & presentation skills) and digital commerce solutions.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage change effectively.