Job Description

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has an exciting opportunity in the Manufacturing Department. We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience as Team Leader: Stores based in Elgin. Key Purpose: To lead and support the stores team and to manage and control inventory (raw materials and spares) so that customers receive the right quantity and quality raw materials/spares at the right time.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Engineering Stores Operations

• Manage daily operations of the Engineering Stores to support scheduled maintenance and breakdown response.
• Ensure all engineering materials are issued, received, stored, and recorded according to procedures and safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store layout in line with 5S and SHEQ standards.

Inventory and Stock Management

• Ensure adequate stock levels of critical spares and consumables based on usage trends and engineering plans.
• Collaborate with Head Office Engineering Spares Specialists to maintain correct master data, reorder levels, and codification.
• Manage cycle counts, stock takes, and variance investigations.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Enforce SHEQ protocols, including safe storage and handling of chemicals, flammable materials, and lifting equipment.
• Ensure stores are audit-ready at all times and participate in internal and external compliance audits.
• Monitor shelf life of time-sensitive items and coordinate disposal of obsolete or redundant stock.

System and Data Management

• Ensure 100% accuracy of transactions in WMS , including goods receipt (GRN), goods issue, returns, and bin location updates.
• Maintain alignment with master data governance set by Head Office.
• Ensure timely closure of work orders and materials reconciliation in support of engineering activities.

People Leadership and Performance

• Lead, coach, and manage the performance of direc reports
• Conduct regular reviews, task delegation, skills development, and cross-training initiatives.
• Drive a high-performance and compliance-driven culture.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Liaise with Maintenance Planners, Buyers, and Technicians to understand upcoming work and material requirements.
• Collaborate with Procurement and Head Office Inventory Specialists to resolve material master data, vendor issues, and supply delays.
• Support Continuous Improvement and Cost-Saving initiatives related to engineering inventory.

Skills, Experience & Education
Education

• National Diploma or NQF Level 6 in: Logistics/Supply Chain Management, Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical), Operations or Warehouse Management
• SAP MM Certification or formal training (advantageous)
• Stores or Inventory Management certification (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years in an engineering or technical stores environment in FMCG or industrial manufacturing.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience
• Proven experience in transaction processing and inventory reconciliation
• Exposure to engineering or maintenance support environments

Skills

• Strong knowledge of engineering components, spares, and consumables
• Proficient in Materials Management and stock control processes
• Understanding of preventative and breakdown maintenance workflows
• Inventory data analysis and problem-solving ability
• Solid SHEQ understanding in relation to stores safety and materials handling
• Team leadership and coaching ability
• Strong communication and coordination skills across technical and procurement teams
• Attention to detail and process discipline
• Familiarity with Lean/CI tools and 5S practices

General Internal Candidates must submit a fully approved application form (signed off by the Line Manager and HR) to the talent acquisition specialist before the closing date. Suitable equity candidates will be given preference in line with our Equity Plan.
Policy
At Coca-Cola Beverages Africa we are proud to celebrate diversity and we strive to achieve an equal opportunity workplace by being cognisant of affirmative action requirements. It is our policy to be mindful and compliant with all our regional requirements and national laws for those regions. Employment at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to their field of competence. We do not discriminate against an employee or potential employees because race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability and gender identity.
At the heart of our recruitment processes is the need to create a value driven experience for all applicants. To all recruitment agencies: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa does not accept agency resumes for roles that we post and make available. Please do not forward any resumes to any Coca-Cola Beverages Africa employees and Talent Teams as we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.