Job title : Contract Manager- Durban - Hampden
Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
Deadline : November 30, 2025
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Job Description :
The Contract Manager is responsible and fully accountable for efficient and profitable operational service delivery in line with client Service Level Agreements and Pricing Schedules..Minimum Requirements :
Experience :
Up to 2 years supervisory experience in production / packaging industriesFood Production, Manufacturing and / or Packaging industry experience essentialFMCG experience advantageousIR / CCMA experience advantageousPeople and Performance ManagementQualification :
Grade 12 or NQF 4 related QualificationNQF 5 Generic Management or Business Management QualificationRelated industry degree / ND advantageous i.e. CI / Supply Chain / FMCG / LogisticsAdditional Requirements :
N / ARoles and Responsibilities :
Ensure proper planning of employees to execute daily operations tasksTracking of output performance,Ensure Toolbox and feedback sessions are in placeManagement of daily ER / IR issuesUpdating of performance dashboardsDaily operational risk mitigationKey client relationship managementConduct monthly management scorecard with client to evaluate serviceProcessing of payroll for direct staffEnsure all HR matrix are up-to-dateManagement of Health and Safety not limited to safe keeping of safety fileSafety file maintenance, i.e. insurance certificates etcAccurate capturing of weekly and monthly sales ordersEnsure correct job spec is created for each role within operational reporting structureEnsure all additional recruitment requirements are authorizedEstablish a relationship with the Recruitment Centre and liaise with them in terms of specific requirements in terms of profile, background, qualifications and experienceProvide feedback to Recruitment Centre on candidates suppliedEnsure the completion of all assessments, checks and verification of information according to the Standard Operating ProceduresEnsure that employees are briefed regarding , address, times etc (or Supply Recruitment Centre with the brief if agreed)Arrange and control recruitment of employees as back-up and or replacement staff when required according to contract requirementsResponsible for reporting on daily planning to the Business Unit ManagerForecast and plan for peak and seasonal staffing requirements in liaison with the client production requirements and Recruitment CentreResponsible for ensuring that all employees are briefed with regards to FunxionO, as well as client operating policies, procedures, health & safety and labour relations issues prior to placing an individual on assignment or on the first day at client siteEnsure that protective equipment and related documentation is issued to employees prior to placing them on siteResponsible for ensuring that an Annexure A is signed by all employees prior to placementEnsure that the payroll process and layout of payslips is explained to employeesResponsible for arranging, controlling and overseeing the training of employeesEnsure that employee problems & grievances are addressed and solved promptly and in a professional manner / attending to employee well-being issues and that documented evidence is kept on file where requiredEnsure that all employees are managed on a day to day basis in accordance with applicable labour legislation, as well as FunxionO and client site policies and proceduresEnsure that all incidents involving disciplinary issues are fully investigated, recorded and acted upon in a legally defensible mannerManagement of poor performance in accordance with their job descriptions and job requirements and proper record keeping thereofResponsible for ensuring that all disciplinary action is recorded and reported on according to FunxionO standard operating proceduresResponsible for ensuring that contingency plans are in place to deal with strikes and unplanned work stoppagesEnsure harmonious industrial relations climate on client sites through collaboration with relevant union officials and shop stewards when requiredConduct regular meetings with employeesEnsure that the site team adheres to the payroll deadlines and presents the payroll department with accurate payroll dataChecking, verification and approval of pre-extract reports from PayrollResponsible for ensuring first time accuracy of payroll with no necessity for credit notes or adjustmentsEnsure that pay slips are distributed to employees weekly / monthly (as per payroll frequency)Ensure that employee payroll queries are resolved timeouslyKeep a record of payroll queries and provide reports to FunxionO Management when requiredResponsible for ensuring the integrity of data on the payroll system including the accurate loading of employees onto assignments as well as termination of assignmentsPrint and hand over pay-slips to all employeesCompile and deliver accurate reports as per client requirements as and when requiredEnsure a complete record of all staff on site at all timesMonitor and manage attendance and deal with abuse of sick leaveEnsure that shifts are fully staffed as per operational requirementsMonitor and manage employee time keepingEnsure that all client invoice processes and requirements are adhered to and queries dealt with timeously in liaison with Account ReceivableResponsible for ensuring accurate and on time invoicingContinuously follow up and engage with clients and Account Receivable to ensure that invoices are paid timeously and within payment termsFully understand client pricing schedules and ensure that all contract expenditure is within the parameters of the approved pricing schedulesAnalyse weekly and monthly stats report from Business Unit Manager and highlight inconsistencies or irregularitiesPerform the role of client liaison officer to build and maintain supportive partnership with the clientResponsible for the implementation and maintenance of client Service Level AgreementsConduct regular meetings with ClientsDevelop awareness of client needs and business and identify potential opportunities within client and communicate to Business Unit ManagerResponsible for establishing a positive work environment that results in a committed, motivated, productive business unit and optimal retention of staffDrive transformation by ensuring recruitment of high caliber staff aligned to achievement of the funxionO Equity targets and goalsDaily management and coaching of direct reportsEnsure site adherence to all HR policies, processes and SOPsEnsure the required team performance management, talent development, and succession plan processes are in place, and supported by individual development plans for each employeeEnsure team members are appropriately trained and developed to fulfil their roles and drive learning culture in the business unitEnsure that team is staffed with high caliber staff to drive the day to day operations and service delivery on responsible site / sEnsure safety rules are followed and cardinal rules adhered toUphold FunxionO procedure on incident reporting and investigation in conjunction with clients procedureEnsure the required employee documentation management processes and systems are in place on all responsible sites to ensure compliance with internal, Adcorp and DoL auditsEnsure regional operations compliance with relevant legislation, client SLAs, company policies / SOPs and corporate governance requirementsEnsure effective management of health and safety and IOD processes to ensure compliance with legislation, Company guidelines and client requirementsAlong with the HR team, ensure processes associated with BBBEE and Employment Equity compliance are adhered toCompetencies
Knowledge of labour relations and employment legislationKnowledge and understanding of payroll associated administration and processesUnderstanding of the Clients Business (Industrial Services)Supervisory SkillsCommunication Skills / Written and VerbalInterpersonal SkillsConflict Resolution SkillsComputer LiteracyAccountabilityAttention to detail and accuracyCollaborationCustomer FocusHonestyDiligentConfidentGoal focusedFlexibilityFinancial target driveContinuous improvementNumeracyNegotiationPlanningResilienceStress ToleranceEnd Date : November 21, 2025
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