Title:  RPM Lead

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Immediate Superior: Anton Visser  
Job Grade: 10 
Location: Ecowash Germiston 
Function: Supply Chain 
Sub Function: Customer Services & Logistics
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 150923 
Closing Date: 07/02/2026

1) Relevant Experience

• Proven experience in Supply Chain / Logistics / Distribution operations

• Hands-on exposure to Returnable Packaging Management (RPM) including:

  • Crates, pallets, glass, kegs

  • Yard control and space optimisation

  • Packaging movements and integrity compliance

• Experience working with / managing service providers / LSPs (e.g., LRSA, EnviroServ, cleaning/security partners)

2) Operational & Compliance Capability

• Strong understanding of operational governance and internal controls (ICC / compliance discipline)

• Ability to enforce site standards:

  • Safety compliance

  • Housekeeping

  • Risk management (16 Pillar / operational risk discipline)

3) KPI & Performance Management

• Ability to manage and report daily, weekly, monthly KPIs, including:

  • OTIF / delivery performance

  • Sorting adherence

  • Truck performance (W2G / G2G)

  • Service provider performance

• Strong execution management: planning, follow-up, closure discipline

4) Stock Control & Inventory Accuracy

• Strong stock control mindset including:

  • Cycle counts / monthly stock takes

  • Loss control (stock losses, MBFU)

  • Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

5) Systems / Data Competence

• Working knowledge of SAP inventory monitoring

  • ZMM75, MB51, ZMM112 (or equivalent)

• Strong Excel / reporting capability

• Ability to interpret data trends and convert them into operational action

6) Financial Acumen

• Ability to manage and influence OPEX control

• Experience in:

  • Budgeting and forecasting

  • Overspend identification and corrective actions

  • Claims/credits resolution

  • CAPEX workflow initiation (advantage)

7) Cross-Functional Leadership & Communication

• Ability to coordinate across stakeholders including:

  • Packaging

  • Production planning

  • Procurement

  • DCS structures

  • LSP / suppliers

• Strong leadership behaviours:

  • Accountability

  • Problem solving

  • Continuous improvement / TPM mindset

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.