Manager Jobs in Johannesburg

PRIMARY PURPOSE The Travel Designer is responsible for generating and growing sales by securing, costing, and presenting journeys to our Sales agents accurately, efficiently, and timeously. To be equally invested in the “win” of each booking. The role requires a strong focus on sales, building relationships with Sales agents, and providing exceptional customer service in a highly competitive environment with tight deadlines. The Travel Designer must have extensive knowledge of Southern and East African destinations, regional logistics, and in-depth supplier knowledge to maximize the mutually beneficial relationship with our AP partners, their lodges/camps, and areas they are located. The Travel Designer will play a vital role in driving sales, building relationships, and ensuring exceptional customer service in a highly competitive travel industry. Their knowledge, expertise, and strong focus on sales will contribute to the growth and success of our business. *This position is based in Johannesburg or Cape Town Detailed Responsibilities Liaise with the Reservations Manager on sales potential and any development on the agent relationship for all bookings. Build relationships with owned agents based on trust and support, knowing their business trends and guests needs, ad hoc attending relevant familarisation trips with agents (if and when required). Continuous communication and excellent service delivery to agents at all times. Streamline operational negotiations by also reducing dead beds, waitlist chasing and maximizing camp operations role to create those life-changing journeys for guests. Quote accurately and timeously keeping in mind our strategic and preferred AP and upsell where possible to benefit both WS and the owned agent ensuring relevant information is obtained from the ARM prior to quoting. Understand the owned agents/guests needs in each booking, if email does not help clarify then call the owned agent. Design itineraries around company guidelines and product knowledge e.g. area, variety, product status and service consistency in accommodation standard, distances travelled and time saving aspects. Follow up on all outstanding provisional bookings with the agents, consistently understanding the yield implication of provisional space held. Keep the owned agencies updated on the status of the bookings in real time as changes are taking place. Maintain booking file (electronically) incl. Owned Agent correspondence, AP correspondence, costings, invoices & credit notes and updated booking file cover/summary and ensure all documents are uploaded to the WW. Measure sales and GP% in conjunction with Sales, identifying variations and maintaining good GP’s per booking.

Our AVI IT Shared Services Division is the backbone of AVI’s operational efficiency. As a proud SAP house, we utilise world-class ERP solutions to streamline operations and ensure seamless integration of technology across our businesses. The team is dedicated to maintaining robust systems and infrastructure, driving automation, improving processes, and safeguarding cybersecurity. By leveraging SAP and other cutting-edge tools, IT empowers our teams to work smarter, innovate, and deliver exceptional results. We are seeking an established enterprise leader to take full accountability for AVI’s Networks, Voice, Security Operations and IT Facilities environments. This role carries strategic and operational authority across architecture direction, infrastructure governance and risk management. This is a senior enterprise position responsible for protecting business continuity, regulatory compliance and long-term infrastructure sustainability. The role reports into the Infrastructure Executive and operates as the principal authority for Connectivity and Security across the Group. Key Areas of Impact: Enterprise Accountability You will lead multi-disciplinary teams responsible for: Group-wide WAN and LAN architecture (wired and wireless) Enterprise voice and contact centre platforms Security Operations and SIEM environments IT hosting, facilities and environmental infrastructure Enterprise power resilience (generators, solar, inverters and backup systems) PCI-aligned environments and compliance obligations CCTV and surveillance infrastructure across sites You will hold ultimate escalation ownership for major outages, security exposures and infrastructure failures. Strategic Mandate The planning horizon for this portfolio extends 5–7 years. Define and govern enterprise connectivity and security architecture strategy Oversee lifecycle planning and capital investment alignment Ensure compliance with South African regulatory and power standards Embed monitoring maturity and predictive capacity management Strengthen change governance and infrastructure risk frameworks Present structured risk, performance and resilience reporting to senior stakeholders You will be expected to challenge where necessary, defend architectural decisions and uphold technical standards under pressure. Leadership & Succession You will lead Team Leaders and Engineers across Networks, Security Operations and Facilities Your mandate includes: Building a succession-ready leadership layer Elevating technical maturity across disciplines Holding teams to measurable performance standards Embedding governance discipline and operational accountability What Success Looks Like Infrastructure resilience is auditable and defensible Security posture is proactive and aligned with best practices Major incidents are contained with executive clarity Lifecycle investment decisions are data-driven Risk exposure is minimised and transparently governed A credible second line of leadership is established What It Takes to Succeed:

GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS! At our AVI Limited, we believe in collaboration and innovation to drive exceptional results. Our Shared Services departments—spanning IT, Finance, HR, Logistics, Digital, Marketing, and Field Marketing — are essential to the growth of our industry-leading brands. We foster a high-performance culture where teamwork, accountability, and creative problem-solving are celebrated. Our AVI Finance Shared Services (FSS) Division is central to AVI’s financial health, operating as a dynamic hub of financial excellence. Under the FSS umbrella, we manage key functions such as Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Management Accounting, Cashbook and Treasury, Business Analysis, Payroll, Master Data, Benefits, Financial Reporting, and Facilities Management. Unlock Your Potential! We’re looking for a passionate Tax Manager to join our AVI Finance Shared Services (FSS) Division in Bryanston, Johannesburg. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Senior Finance Manager manage the tax reporting requirements, compliance and ad-hoc tax-related matters for the NBL Group entities: NBL, Snackworks, Entyce Beverages, CIRO, National Brands Distributors and AVI Community Trust International subsidiaries situated in Zambia, Botswana, Namibia. The role supports the management of tax matters for the Group’s local and international entities, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with applicable tax legislation. Reporting Structure: Reports to: Senior Finance Manager Direct Reports: 0 Key Areas of Impact: Tax Compliance and Reporting Preparation of corporate income tax and deferred tax computations including supporting schedules for interim and year-end reporting (4 local and 3 international entities). Examine IT34 assessments for correctness. Preparation of provisional tax calculations for local and international entities including eFiling submissions and payment arrangements (local entities and Namibia). Compilation and submission of annual corporate income tax returns for NBL Group entities. Arrange for payments of all direct and indirect taxes and follow up on outstanding refunds. Coordination of annual tax clearance certificate applications with SARS and relevant foreign tax authorities. Group tax reporting Preparation of AVI Group tax reporting deliverables for the NBL Group in accordance with Head Office deadlines. Preparation of tax schedules and supporting documentation required for interim and year-end financial reporting. Preparation of journals to account for taxes and full reconciliations. Revenue Authority Queries and Tax Audits Monitor SARS eFiling and other tax authority correspondence for NBL Group entities. Manage tax queries, verifications and audits from SARS and relevant African revenue authorities. Liaise with revenue authorities and internal stakeholders to resolve tax matters, with oversight of Senior Finance Manager / Group Tax Manager. Process Improvement, efficiency, tax governance and relationships Maintain and continuously improve tax templates, working papers and standard operating procedures. Liaise with AVI Group Tax and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with Group policies and tax governance requirements. Maintain and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders (SARS). Regulatory and Indirect Taxes Preparation of monthly VAT calculations including turnover reconciliations (local entities and Namibia). Preparation and submission of semi-annual withholding tax (WHT) returns and calculations. Preparation and maintenance of monthly carbon tax calculations and coordination of the annual carbon tax return submission. Liaise with the Exports Controller to obtain supporting documentation for bi-monthly sugar/diesel rebate submissions and prepare schedules for review by the Finance Executive. Tax Advisory, business support and knowledge updates. Provide tax guidance and support to finance teams and business units across the NBL Group. Provide tax training to relevant areas of the business where required, with oversight of AVI Group Tax. Provide tax support on ad-hoc projects and operational matters affecting the NBL Group (with oversight of AVI Group Tax) Support the maintenance and updating of transfer pricing documentation for international subsidiaries. Assist with tax projects. Keep up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in educational opportunities, participating in professional organizations, keeping up with professional networks and reading professional publications. Find tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings. Identify legal tax savings and recommend ways to improve profits. Advise management about the impact of tax liabilities and corporate strategies or new tax laws.

Job Summary: Bidvest Prestige is seeking a talented and experienced Contract Manager in the hospitality sector to join our team. The Contract Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of our hospitality contracts, including procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiations. The successful candidate will have a strong background in the hospitality industry, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and a proactive and detail-oriented approach to their work. Responsibilities: - Manage and oversee all aspects of hospitality contracts, including procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiations - Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders - Ensure that all contracts are compliant with company policies and regulations - Monitor contract performance and ensure that all terms and conditions are met - Develop strategies to improve contract efficiency and effectiveness - Provide regular reports and updates on contract performance to senior management - Identify and mitigate potential risks and issues related to contracts - Collaborate with other departments to ensure that contract requirements are met - Perform other duties as assigned

Position Summary With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn’t become the world’s leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We’re now looking for an Assistant Media Manager for our CCME Business. The role will drive the most effective and efficient media plans for our categories to ensure they have a winning media plan. Work closely with our partners to drive value from our JBPs and oversight of spends. Deliver our always on dashboard systems to support optimisation of campaign delivery. Champion tools that drive media buying and creative best practice (e.g. Creative X). Integrate influencer and creator activity into overall media strategies and track spend. Partner with the Insights team to apply MROI data to guide media channel selection. A day in the life of an Assistant Media Manager: Responsible for delivering media support for all brand campaigns within agreed portfolio of brands/categories to ensure Nestlé receives exceptional campaign plans and media value from the market. Ensure the Communications Planning Process (including the PCT and PCA) is adhered to by marketing and agencies, thus ensuring quality of delivery. Build effective working relationships across functions and levels with relevant agencies. Delivery and execution of digital best practices and frameworks (via training, online sharing platforms and other means). Assist with BEP Step 3/Step 4 implementation programmes for brands, aligning all communication partners with the process. Expertise in e-business and digital to drive brand and business performance and strongly integrates digital as a key differentiator. Develop relationships with partners and media owners such as Meta, Google, Pinterest, Twitter Leads and provides expertise in best practice guidance across the key pillars of digital - Search (Paid & SEO) Programmatic, Data activation. Knowledge of offline media (TV, Print, OOH).

About the job As a member of Google’s Government Affairs and Public Policy team, you'll be part of a global government affairs team, working across regions, product areas, and functions. You’ll combine creativity and intellectual excellence with the organizational skills to manage various campaigns, projects and initiatives. In this role, you’ll advocate for Google to bring external perspectives back into the company to inform our perception and direction. You're passionate about the opportunity to shape the future of how we use and build technology for everyone.Google takes its responsibilities seriously, including engaging with government and other stakeholders on important public policy challenges. The Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team leads the company’s engagement with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators and third-parties in the formation of public policy. Working closely with Google leaders, GAPP seeks to identify key policy issues, listen carefully to others’ views and opinions, and distill and share the company’s perspective on those issues with external stakeholders. While we focus on challenges affecting the internet, our issue areas are increasingly broad and encompass many areas where public policy, business, and technology intersect. Responsibilities Identify policy issues that may affect Google, and understand the impact on Google business and users, and participate in policy campaigns with clear goals to shape a policy or set of policies. Monitor and research current and relevant emerging public policy issues considering how Google should work with allied organizations and industries and work with business-area leadership, Legal, Marketing, Trust and Safety, and Public Relations (PR) to develop and launch policy-friendly products. Address policy and government relations problems, and develop and execute policy strategy in a way that benefits the users and business.

Fidelity Services Group is seeking an experienced Retail Security Site Manager to oversee security operations at retail locations in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing security personnel, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring a safe and secure environment for staff, customers, and retail assets. Key Responsibilities Conduct risk assessments and develop security plans Manage and supervise security personnel on site Ensure proper training and performance management of security staff Investigate security incidents and prepare reports Conduct regular security inspections and site visits Ensure compliance with company policies and security regulations Work closely with retail centre management on safety concerns Respond to emergencies and security incidents when required

ABOUT UNILEVER Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every day, approximately 3.5bn households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life – giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you. ABOUT GLOBAL MARKETING SERVICES (GMS) Global Marketing Services (GMS) is a dynamic, collaborative team that partners with Unilever’s brand teams across the globe to deliver high-impact marketing services. Our mission is to drive speed, consistency, and operational excellence at scale, empowering brands to connect with consumers more effectively. GMS brings together deep expertise across several key domains: • Artwork Excellence: Our specialists lead the creation of mechanical artworks for both physical and digital packs, ensuring flawless execution and seamless collaboration • UARM (Unilever Artwork & Records Management): The custodians of Unilever’s corporate memory, UARM protects trademarks and records, offering brand teams historical insights and safeguarding intellectual property • Consumer Engagement Centres (CEC): These frontline teams engage directly with consumers across digital and traditional channels, responding to queries and feedback with empathy and precision • Innovation Project Management Office (PMO): A team of expert project managers accelerating innovation speed to market across Unilever’s Business Groups • Marketing Digital Solutions: Designers and architects of scalable marketing technology platforms, like The Asset Bank, which houses over 2 million assets • Product Data Management (PDM): Specialists in digitising and orchestrating pack-related data, enabling seamless integration across Unilever’s supply chain and marketing ecosystem JOB PURPOSE This role brings together technology powered expertise and solutions to the overall GMS ecosystem transforming how packaging artwork and digital pack assets are created, adapted, reviewed, delivered, stored and maintained across technology, processes and markets. The role must encompass and bring to life the strategy for automation within GMS across the ecosystem This successful candidate must have a good understanding of how general process flows work, as well as be familiar with current market trends/ landscape within the automation and AI ecosystem. WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE • Ownership and delivery - Identify key technology solutions in Market to design and run experiments/POCs to drive efficiency improvements in the e2e Artwork Process (2D + 3D) • Collaborate with key internal stakeholders to identify bottlenecks/ pain points and opportunities in the current and emerging Artwork Process to feed into the automation pipeline for both 2D and 3D (CGI) asset creation. • Data driven analytics within the Artwork Process (2D and 3D) to identify bottlenecks/ resource intensive tasks and opportunities for automation • Work with various vendors, IT business partners, Digital Asset Management teams to prototype valid automated and/or AI solutions to address bottlenecks/ resource intensive activities • Ensure solutions defined can be scaled globally • Build evaluation criteria and measure speed, cost, quality and compliance improvements • Document results, risks, and business value • Ensure compliance with Unilever Security policies when defining and embedding automation solutions. • Improve integration between external vendors, artwork tools, Digital Asset Management, Functional Source systems, Power BI etc, by defining requirements for API-driven system integration and orchestration • Hand over and training of BAU solution to identified stakeholders/vendors • Drive adoption of and change management for deployed solutions • Responsible for leading and meeting agreed timelines as per Project scope

Job Description Join our Dynamic Credit Operations Team as a Graduate Trainee! Are you a talented individual ready to launch your career in the dynamic world of banking operations? Join our thrilling 18-month graduate programme and become a masterful Operational Practitioner. Dive into process management, business intelligence, automation, and data analytics, and be at the forefront of our organization's success! What You'll Experience We're dedicated to your personal growth! Through our carefully crafted rotation programme, you'll gain hands-on experience in various areas, be mentored by seasoned managers, and earn certifications tailored to your interests and the tools we use. Get ready to embark on a journey that will shape you into an Operational Practitioner in the banking operational environment. You'll explore: Secured and Unsecured Credit Operations Regulatory environments such as Debt Review, Deceased Estates, and Insolvent Estates Debt Care Centre Operational support areas like Business Transformation, Supplier and Risk Governance, and Data and Analytics Mentorship: Benefit from the expertise of our seasoned professionals who will guide you throughout your journey. Permanent Employment: From day one, you'll be a permanent employee. After completing your rotations, you'll have the opportunity to choose a team that aligns with your career aspirations. Why Join Us? Comprehensive Training: Develop a strong understanding of credit operations and risk management. Career Growth: Position yourself for a successful career with opportunities for advancement. Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and supportive workplace that values your growth and development. Take the first step towards a rewarding career in Credit Risk Operations. Apply now and become a part of our innovative team!