Sales Operations Manager

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Hartbeespoort

Job Description:

Sovereign, a national supplier of quality chicken products to various markets with operations in five provinces, is seeking a thorough and committed individual for the position of Sales Operations Manager in the Commercial Division based in Gauteng. Implement the company sales strategy to achieve operational and cost excellence across all areas by liaising with key supply chain stakeholders, planning and coordination production and distribution activities, maintaining sales administration and reducing distribution-related costs. The successful incumbent will report directly to the Sales Ops & Production Planning Manager. A NQF Level 7 qualification in the relevant field and minimum 3-5 years' experience in sales operations is a requirement.

Responsibilities:

    • Create production plans and ensure it is aligned with sales demand forecast for Hartbeespoort production facilities.
    • Ensure that plant balancing is achieved with bird numbers and volume coming in from Agri.
    • Communicate 'Fresh' orders to all relevant parties.
    • Liaise with and maintain communication with key supply chain stakeholders, including customers.
    • Ensure that the CRM system is continuously updated with any changes to the product list and specifications.
    • Collaborate with Production and Warehouse to ensure that production plans are reviewed daily.
    • Liaise with warehouse/logistics teams to ensure that orders are captured correctly, and trucks are processed.
    • Work closely with the NPD team to ensure NPD projects are realistic, achievable with available raw materials and executed timeously for all production facilities.

Qualifications:

    • Excellent Organising and planning skills
    • Good communication skills and relationship building skills
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    • Highly Innovative
    • High degree of computer literacy
    • Customer service orientation

Closing Date: 30 April 2025

As Sovereign is an equal opportunity employer, preference will be given to applicants of designated groups, as defined by the Employment Equity Act.

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