Head of Procurement – AVI Limited (Johannesburg) 2026 Type FULL TIME Posted 04 May 2026 Job Overview AVI Limited, through its Entyce Beverages division, is seeking a senior leader to head its procurement function. The role is permanent, based at the head office in Bryanston, Johannesburg, and reports to the Finance Director. About the Company AVI Limited is a leading South African FMCG company. Its Entyce Beverages portfolio includes well‑known brands such as Five Roses, Freshpak, Trinco and Frisco. The company operates manufacturing sites in Durban and Isando and serves millions of South African households. Key Responsibilities Developing and executing a procurement strategy for direct and indirect spend. Leading supplier selection, negotiations and long‑term partnership management. Managing procurement risk, including price risk mitigation and supply continuity. Overseeing budgets, forecasting, cost analysis and working‑capital optimisation. Collaborating with commercial, supply‑chain, finance, IT and legal teams. Leading, coaching and developing a high‑performing procurement team. Requirements Minimum 10 years’ procurement management experience in FMCG or food manufacturing, with exposure to the agri‑value chain. A relevant Bachelor’s degree (essential). Post‑graduate qualification or MCIPS is advantageous. Advanced Excel skills (non‑negotiable) and strong analytical capability. Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system (advantageous). Familiarity with standards such as AIB, BRC or FSSC 22000 (advantageous). Strategic thinking, commercial acumen and strong stakeholder‑influence skills. South African citizenship or permanent residency (assumed as the role is based locally). What’s on Offer The posting does not disclose salary or specific benefits. Compensation is expected to be competitive for a senior procurement role in the FMCG sector and may include performance‑based incentives. Typically required: an up‑to‑date CV, certified copy of ID, academic transcripts and professional references. The application portal will list the exact documents. Contact Information For further enquiries, see the application portal or contact AVI Limited’s HR department through the link above. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is this role open to non‑South African candidates? A: The posting does not specify nationality restrictions, but the role is based in Johannesburg and most South African companies require local work eligibility. Q: What is the expected start date? A: Not specified. The start date will be discussed with successful candidates during the interview process. Q: Are there travel requirements? A: The role is based at the head office; occasional travel to manufacturing sites may be required, but this is not detailed in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr