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**Listing reference:** 026518
**Listing status:** Online
**Apply by:** 16 September 2026
##### **Position summary**


**Industry:** FMCG \& Supply Management
**Job category:** Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
**Location:** Germiston
**Contract:** Permanent
**Remuneration:** Market Related
**EE position:** Yes
##### **About our company**


Clicks Group
##### **Introduction**


Are you passionate about retail and service excellence? Are you confident to manage a store and lead a team to deliver a competitive advantage for the brand? An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for a Store Manager. The successful individual will report to the Area Manager.
##### **Job description**


**Job Purpose:**


* To ensure the efficient operation of the store and service excellence by leading and directing the store operations team in order to meet sales, profit and compliance targets, leading to a competitive advantage for the brand.

**Job Objectives:**


* To ensure the achievement of the stores financial performance by driving and maximising sales, tracking daily targets, weekly and monthly sales plans and proactively taking appropriate action as required.
* To efficiently manage and control all operational activities of the store, including expenses, stock management, shrinkage, general housekeeping and administration.
* To successfully manage in\-store execution of all visual merchandising, ensuring that in\-store presentation and promotional standards are maintained and that the appearance of the store is in line with the brand image.
* To ensure competent and motivated employees through effective selection, leadership, management and on\-going development in order to build capacity and capability to meet current and future business needs.
* To adequately schedule staff in line with the Group's labour policy and the relevant labour model in order to ensure each department is fully and appropriately staffed.
* To ensure all administrative responsibilities are attended to in an efficient manner, including ensuring weekly time and attendance and employee records are complete and submitted to HR.
* To execute customer service initiatives in store and take corrective action that results in a great customer experience, drives customer loyalty and achieves club card participation targets.
* To build and maintain sound working relationships with relevant stakeholders (centre managers, suppliers, DC’s) to ensure business objectives are achieved and opportunities are maximised.
* To maintain an awareness of customer trends, demographics and needs and monitor the activity of local competitors in order to capitalise on opportunities.
* To drive cohesion, consistency and integration between the store operation, pharmacy and clinic teams.
* To drive a high performing business culture that delivers employee affiliation, customer satisfaction and shareholder value.
* To support the Group’s vision to be the customer’s first choice health and beauty retailer by living and driving the company values.
##### **Minimum requirements**


**Education and Experience Requirements:**


* Essential: Grade 12 (Maths 50% and English 50%)
* Essential: B. Degree or Diploma in retail / finance management, pharmacy or related (External applicants)
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a store management role within a retail/FMCG store operations environment or successful completion the Clicks Trainee Store Management Programme
* Financial management experience (budgets, profit and loss statements, financial ratios, etc.)

**Job Knowledge and Skills Required:**


* Sound understanding and application of financial management principles
* Strong retail/FMCG background and understanding of merchandising and promotions principles
* Knowledge of stock, cost, risk and compliance management procedures
* Knowledge of Customer service excellence
* Knowledge of labour legislation and IR practices
* Knowledge of competency based interviewing
* Sound managerial skills
* Results and target driven
* Planning and organising skills
* Problem\-solving skills
* Strong customer orientation
* Good communication skills
* Computer literacy
* Strong financial acumen

**Essential Competencies**


* Leading and Supervising
* Planning and Organising
* Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
* Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
* Deciding and Initiating Action
* Working with people
* Analysing
* Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

**Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.â€‹**


 **We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.**

Store Manager

### **Job Advert Summary**


We are looking for an experienced Procurement and Inventory Manager to lead procurement, inventory control, supplier management, and project\-based sourcing activities within a fast\-paced industrial and mining\-focused environment.



The successful candidate will bring a strong track record in negotiating supplier agreements, inventory optimisation, project procurement, tender management, contract administration, and cross\-functional team leadership.



This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute professional who can balance cost control, stock availability, supplier performance, and customer satisfaction while supporting large\-scale projects and operational requirements.

### **Minimum Requirements**


We are seeking a hands\-on procurement and inventory professional who has built their career through progressively senior roles within industrial, mining, engineering, or manufacturing environments and has a proven track record of managing procurement, inventory, supplier relationships, tenders, and projects while delivering operational excellence and commercial value.

  



The ideal candidate will have a proven history of:


* Building and leading high\-performing teams.
* Training and developing employees.
* Managing complex supplier and stakeholder relationships.
* Leading inventory and procurement functions.
* Supporting strategic business growth through operational excellence.
* Taking ownership of large projects from tender stage through procurement, delivery, quality control, and completion.
* Driving continuous improvement while maintaining strong customer and supplier partnerships.

### **Duties and Responsibilities**

**Procurement \& Strategic Sourcing**


* Develop and execute procurement strategies that deliver cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
* Negotiate pricing and contractual agreements with suppliers for large\-value buyout purchases.
* Source local and imported materials, products, and subcontracted services.
* Manage RFQs, tenders, quotations, supplier evaluations, and procurement contracts.
* Develop and maintain approved supplier databases and pricing schedules.
* Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier management.


**Inventory \& Stock Management**


* Manage inventory planning, replenishment, and stock optimization.
* Oversee inventory control systems and inventory accuracy.
* Lead stock takes and Work\-in\-Progress (WIP) control.
* Monitor back orders, stock availability, and stock movement performance.
* Ensure inventory is available to support customer orders and project execution.
* Reduce inventory\-related risks through forecasting and proactive planning.
* Controlling inventory and fabricated stock items across operational environments.
* Managing back\-order control, WIP reporting, stock takes, goods receipts, stock transfers, and inventory reconciliation processes.
* Ensuring seamless inventory availability to support customer requirements and project deadlines.


**Project Procurement**


* Support project teams during tender, planning, and execution phases.
* Procure materials for mining, engineering, fabrication, and infrastructure projects.
* Manage procurement activities from tender award through project completion.
* Coordinate supplier deliveries, quality inspections, and project milestones.
* Work closely with quality control and expediting teams to ensure project success.
* Successfully negotiating pricing and supply agreements with suppliers on large procurement contracts.
* Managing procurement for high\-value mining, industrial, fabrication, and infrastructure projects.
* Sourcing local, imported, and non\-standard products while maintaining cost competitiveness.
* Managing supplier expediting processes to ensure on\-time delivery performance.


**Leadership \& Stakeholder Management**


* Lead procurement and inventory personnel.
* Support sales, operations, warehouse, and finance teams.
* Develop supplier and customer relationships.
* Ensure high standards of service delivery and operational efficiency.
* Mentor and train team members on procurement and inventory best practices.


**Qualifications \& Experience**


* Minimum 8\-10 years' experience in Procurement, Inventory, Supply Chain, Project Procurement, or Contract Administration.
* Proven experience within Mining, Engineering, Industrial Distribution, Manufacturing, Piping, Valves, Fittings, Fabrication, or Construction sectors.
* Project Management qualification or exposure advantageous.
* Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management experience.
* Experience managing tenders, RFQs, estimates, and project procurement activities.


**Systems Experience**



Experience in one or more of the following systems:


* SAP / Ariba
* Coupa
* Syspro
* Sage ERP
* M2North
* Microsoft Office Suite
* Online Tender Platforms


**Key Competencies**


* Strategic Procurement
* Supplier Negotiations
* Contract Management
* Inventory Control
* Demand Planning
* Project Procurement
* Tender Management
* Cost Reduction
* Team Leadership
* Stakeholder Management
* Customer Relationship Management
* Supply Chain Optimization
* Analytical Thinking
* Commercial Acumen

Procurement & Inventory Manager II (80102507)

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**

* Deliver sales revenue based on regional sales target and personal sales target.
* Accountable for own, creation of new, and maintenance of existing area customer relationships.
* To maximise market advantage through a strong focus on the contractor market sector, whilst ensuring alignment with end user requirements, specifier requirements and overall customer relationship management.
* To work across the internal and external supply chains, engaging with customers to promote and demonstrate the functionality of the system and its values.
* Ensuring the effective communication of value propositions in relation to the total company offering, both internally and externally.
* Meet required monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets as set and agreed upon.
* Articulate Mapei’s offer, product expertise or advice, highlighting the advantages of Mapei product range, over and above other competitor offerings.
* Ensure follow through and finalization from specification to order.
* Provide a monthly forecast to the relevant person on tracked projects.
* Analyse and assess customer product mix to show value add to the customer and Mapei, whilst aligning with overall company strategy.
* Adherence to strict ethical codes of conduct and maintenance of confidentiality at all times.
* Manage product performance issues in line with company guidelines
* Train relevant customer and any further individuals according to the agreed annual target

**Skills and Competencies** :


* Diploma in Chemical/Civil Engineering or relevant NQF 5 equivalent tertiary qualifications

Technical Sales Representative

Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials – the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.
  
  

Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.
  
  

Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.
  
  

This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.
  
  

**Job posting end date:** 09/14/2026
  
  

**JOB TITLE:** OPERATIONAL BUYER BASED IN GERMISTON , GAUTENG
  
  

We are seeking an Operational Buyer (Consumables Supply Chain) to join our Screening team in
  
  

factory Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for administrating production material availability in CNS Supply Chain.
  
  

In this position, you will report directly to the Director, Fabrication and Assembly Operations, Central
  
  

This position is mainly located in Germiston, Gauteng .
  
  

Team you belong to
  
  

You will join the Consumables Supply Chain team, who are passionate about managing continuous improvement initiatives with external suppliers and benchmarking total cost and performance. The team works closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure the availability of finished goods at optimal cost and quality while maintaining compliance with Metso standards, policies, and procedures.
  
  

What you'll do
  
  

Implement and administer material purchasing activities to support production requirements.
  
Manage ordering, sourcing, and inventory activities through SAP Project System (SAP PS).
  
Ensure on\-time delivery of production materials and maintain optimal material availability.
  
Coordinate logistics activities between vendors and the factory.
  
Monitor supplier on\-time delivery and quality performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  
Identify cost\-saving opportunities across purchasing activities.
  
Prepare and maintain purchasing and supply chain reports for management and the wider Metso organization.
  
Support supplier performance, compliance, and inventory optimization activities.
  
  

What you'll bring
  
  

Matric (Grade 12\)
  
Relevant experience in production, purchasing, materials management, or supply chain operations.
  
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to support recommendations and decision\-making.
  
Understanding of cost optimization, supplier performance, and inventory management principles.
  
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  
Strong communication, cooperation, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
  
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively in a fast\-paced environment.
  
Strong attention to detail, sense of urgency, and customer\-focused approach.
  
Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  
Mechanical aptitude and a proactive, problem\-solving mindset.
  
English language proficiency.
  
Valid driver's license
  
Experience working with SAP
  
  

What's in it for you
  
  

**Purpose\-led work :** Helping keep essential operations running safely and efficiently.
  
**Safety and wellbeing first :** A strong safety culture and access to local wellbeing and healthcare services.
  
**Competitive pay and incentives :** Including applicable local pay practices.
  
**Stable, long\-term employment :** With opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.
  
**Well\-equipped work environmen t:** Tools, equipment and PPE provided.
  
**T raining and development :** Ongoing skills development, tickets and learning programs.
  
**Supportive team culture :** A practical, safety\-focused team that supports each other and gets the work done together.
  
  

Get in touch
  
  

Want to rise above the possible with us? Click "Apply now" to submit your application.
  
  

If you're keen on the role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right fit for the role.
  
  

Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
  
  

How to join \- Working at Metso \- About Metso \- Diversity and Inclusion \- Meet our people
  
  

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
  
  

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end\-to\-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.
  
  

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5\.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.
  
  

metso.com

Operational Buyer

Afrox, a Linde company


**Senior Product Manager**



Germiston, GP, South Africa \| req32801


**What you will enjoy doing**


* As a manager, you lead and manage the product management team, including coaching, development, and performance management of Product Managers
* Develop and execute product portfolio strategies aligned with business objectives including product lifecycle management
* You drive market research and analysis to identify customer needs, market trends, competitive threats, and growth opportunities and accountable for portfolio revenue, profitability, market share, and growth targets
* Lead pricing strategy development and ensure alignment with market dynamics and profitability objectives
* Identify emerging technologies and industry developments that may impact the business, support, develop and advise on customer welding procedures and processes in line with the Marketing strategy
* Part of your duties will include management of special consumables portfolio inline with best commercial practices


**What makes you great**


* You possess an engineering qualification in metallurgical field or similar with an International Welding Engineer qualification or BCom in business or marketing management field would be advantageous
* You have at least 5 \- 7 years relevant experience in the welding industry, as well as a thorough knowledge Afrox would be advantageous
* Demonstrated success in developing and executing product portfolio strategies
* You have experience managing supplier, distributor, and customer relationships, within the industrial, welding, manufacturing, engineering, hard goods, consumables, or related B2B sectors
* You have experience working with cross\-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance

  


**Why you will love working with us**


Afrox is a market leader in gases and welding products and part of Linde. Integrity, compliance and ethics are driving forces behind our dealings with customers. Afrox employees take pride in what they do and turn every challenge into an opportunity.


**What we offer you!**


At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.



**Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it**


We are looking forward to receiving your complete application via our online job market.


  

Any designations used of course apply to persons of all genders. The form of speech used here is for simplicity only.  

  

The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the company. It is the company’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representatively in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. The company reserves the right to withdraw posts, if by doing so, the interests of the Company will be best served.  

  

Afrox, a Linde company acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

Senior Product Manager

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
   

  

 To plan and track routes using market\-leading planning and route adherence software, ensuring efficiency, cost optimisation, and alignment with strategic supply chain objectives. The role combines advanced technical capability, analytical depth, and operational insight.
   

  

**What You Will Do**
* Master route management: Maintain master routes (sequence, customer allocation, frequency changes, vehicle/driver assignment, workload balancing).
* System health: Ensure accuracy of system data through exception management, onboarding of new delivery points, and continuous feedback.
* Operational reporting: Generate daily adherence reports, monthly KPI scorecards, and performance analysis.
* Cost optimisation: Identify inefficiencies and propose data\-driven cost reduction initiatives.
* Strategic optimisation: Fleet mix design, service\-day modelling, master route optimisation, and long\-term network planning.


**What You Will Bring To The Table**
**Competencies**
 Supply chain expertise: Solid understanding of logistics principles.
   

  

* Analytical proficiency: Advanced data interpretation and problem\-solving skills.
* Software capability: 3–5 years’ experience with strategic planning systems.
* Communication: Clear, persuasive interaction with multiple stakeholders.
* Resilience: Ability to perform in high\-pressure, fast\-paced environments


**Experience**
* 3–5 years’ experience in distribution/logistics.
* B.Com (Logistics/Transport Management/Supply Chain), or BSc Engineering.
* 1–2 years’ supervisory/management exposure.
* Intermediate to advanced MS Excel and Microsoft applications


 In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under\-represented designated groups.

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