Lydenburg Area, Mpumalanga or Burgersfort Area, Limpopo: Our client is looking for an Assistant Systems and Planning Manager to join the team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 

• Qualification in Project management, Business Systems or related field will be an advantage
• Experience in the citrus industry and packhouse environment will be an advantage
• Marketing and systems administration background
• Strong technical knowledge of various IT systems and platforms
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Leadership abilities to manage teams and projects

 
KEY ACCOUNTABILITY AREAS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
 
Systems Support & Maintenance

• Assist in maintaining Packsys base files and resolving system-related issues
• Ensure timely updates to the marketing plan within Packsys
• Perform stock reconciliations and assist with system audits
• Oversee label printer setups and control room configurations

 
Operational Execution

• Ensure accurate and efficient order processing and packing instruction updates
• Assist in staff management, training, and resource allocation
• Support real-time monitoring and adjustments to optimize packing operations

 
Dispatch & Logistics Coordination

• Maintain accurate stock records and oversee daily dispatch operations
• Assist with Titan and PPECB inspections and manage stock rejection processes
• Ensure proper documentation and communication with logistics partners

 
Financial Support & Compliance

• Support finance in data reconciliation for producer payments and cost evaluations
• Assist in financial projections and report on production efficiencies
• Validate and update Bill of Materials (BOM) in Packsys

 
Data Integrity & Communication

• Ensure real-time data accuracy and compliance with reporting standards
• Assist in weekly packout projections and validate data integrity
• Support the communication and reporting framework to ensure stakeholder alignment

 
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted