Assistant DC Controller

About the role

Nestlé South Africa is looking for an Assistant DC Controller to join its Physical Logistics team in Bellville. The role takes ownership of controlling activities for the Bellville Distribution Centre and supports agreed activities for the Longmeadow Distribution Centre, providing accurate cost reporting, analysis, controls and business-partnering support that enables informed operational decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Own day-to-day financial controlling and costing activities for the Bellville Distribution Centre
• Support selected Longmeadow Distribution Centre activities remotely in partnership with the Physical Logistics Controller
• Prepare monthly reports, forecasts, budgets, accruals and cost analyses within agreed timelines
• Analyse warehousing and distribution cost variances, identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Partner with DC Operations, Finance, Supply Chain and logistics service providers to improve cost visibility and performance
• Maintain financial controls, master data and supporting documentation across distribution-centre processes
• Support month-end close, planning cycles, audits and continuous-improvement projects
• Translate financial information into clear operational insights for stakeholders at Bellville and Longmeadow

Required profile

• A relevant degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, Management Accounting, Business or a related field
• Practical experience in costing, controlling, management accounting, financial analysis or supply-chain finance
• Experience in distribution, warehousing, physical logistics, manufacturing or another operational environment is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail, control mindset and commitment to accurate, timely reporting
• Clear communication and stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to support a second site remotely
• Ability to work independently, challenge constructively and turn financial data into practical business actions

Required skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and explain cost movements
• Advantageous: SAP, month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, accruals and variance analysis