Deputy Chief Operating Officer in Durban

Pronto Labour Team is recruiting a Deputy Chief Operating Officer for the Durban area in KwaZulu-Natal. The permanent role is market related, and the original listing gives an application closing date of 25 November 2026.

About the company and the work

Pronto Labour Team is the recruitment agency named in the original listing. The Deputy COO role oversees day-to-day operations across production, quality, supply chain, SHEQ, commercial sales and logistics, with a focus on the finished goods market, margin optimisation and key relationships.

Role details and duties

As stated in the original listing, the role oversees:

• Day-to-day operations
• Production
• Quality supply chain
• SHEQ
• Commercial sales
• Logistics
• Rebate register for all sites

Requirements

Only the requirements stated in the original listing are summarised here:

• A minimum of 12 years’ FMCG industry experience, stated as essential
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance or Engineering
• Understanding of the finished goods market for margin optimisation and managing key relationships
• SAGE, as listed in the original advert
• A clean criminal record, which will be verified

Where to find and apply safely

Apply only through the original Careers24 listing, using the Apply button on this page. The original listing notes that this is an external application. Do not pay a fee to apply.

Practical tips

• Lead with your FMCG leadership experience and years in the industry
• Show experience across production, supply chain, SHEQ, sales and logistics
• Give examples of margin optimisation and key relationship management
• Keep your CV focused on senior operations results

How the process works

Read the full original listing, then apply through the original link before 25 November 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted through the employer’s process.

Important information

This page is informational only and does not guarantee a job, an interview or any salary. Confirm the final duties, location and terms in the original advert before you apply.

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