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We are looking for an Assistant DC Controller to join our Physical Logistics team in Bellville.\nThe role will take ownership of controlling activities for the Bellville Distribution Centre and support agreed activities for the Longmeadow Distribution Centre. You will provide accurate cost reporting, analysis, controls and business-partnering support that enables informed operational decisions.\nA Day in the Life of an Assistant DC Controller\nOwn day-to-day financial controlling and costing activities for the Bellville Distribution Centre.\nSupport selected Longmeadow Distribution Centre activities remotely in partnership with the Physical Logistics Controller.\nPrepare accurate monthly reports, forecasts, budgets, accruals and cost analyses within agreed timelines.\nAnalyse warehousing and distribution cost variances, identify root causes and recommend practical corrective actions.\nPartner with DC Operations, Finance, Supply Chain and logistics service providers to improve cost visibility and performance.\nMaintain appropriate financial controls, master data and supporting documentation across distribution-centre processes.\nSupport month-end close, planning cycles, audits and continuous-improvement projects.\nTranslate financial information into clear operational insights for stakeholders at Bellville and Longmeadow.\nWhat Will Make You Successful?\nA relevant degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, Management Accounting, Business or a related field.\nPractical experience in costing, controlling, management accounting, financial analysis or supply-chain finance.\nExperience in distribution, warehousing, physical logistics, manufacturing or another operational environment will be advantageous.\nStrong Microsoft Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and explain cost movements.\nExperience with SAP and exposure to month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, accruals and variance analysis will be advantageous.\nStrong attention to detail, control mindset and commitment to accurate, timely reporting.\nClear communication and stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to support a second site remotely.\nAbility to work independently, challenge constructively and turn financial data into practical business actions.\nAssistant DC Controller\nCompany: Nestlé South Africa\nLocation: Bellville, Western Cape\nFunction: Finance / Physical Logistics\nClosing Date: 12/11/26\nPosition Summary\nWith a history spanning more than 150 years, Nestlé is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies. We are looking for an Assistant DC Controller to join our Physical Logistics team in Bellville.\nThe role will take ownership of controlling activities for the Bellville Distribution Centre and support agreed activities for the Longmeadow Distribution Centre. 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