- Location
- City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Vincere
Description
POSITION: ACTIVATIONS & OPERATIONS MANAGER
Contract Type: Fixed-Term contract until end of Dec 2026
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Johannesburg (Field-Based)
ABOUT
Our client is a a technology-driven wellness vending business. They are a fast-moving, entrepreneurial business and this role sits at the heart of their operations.
THE ROLE
The Activations & Operations Manager owns everything that happens in the field. From the
moment equipment leaves our storage facility through to ongoing site performance, this role
is responsible for execution, quality, and growth.
This is a hands-on, field-based position. The right person is highly organised, commercially
minded, and thrives on ownership and accountability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Logistics & Installation
– Coordinate shop fitters, electricians, and all site contractors for new activations
– Manage transportation, delivery, placement, and installation of chairs and equipment
– Oversee branding, signage, and promotional material setup at each location
– Maintain the storage facility and manage all inventory movements
– Execute equipment swap-outs and develop contingency plans to minimise downtime
Operations & Maintenance
– Facilitate repairs through managed service provider relationships
– Conduct regular site visits and quality checks across all active locations
– Manage branded clothing and promotional assets for all activations
Staffing
– Source, screen, and present promotional staff candidates for approval
– Train new staff using established scripts and onboarding protocols
– Manage staff schedules to ensure full coverage across all activations
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
– Monitor and analyse performance data via the company application across all centres
– Provide regular reports on revenue targets versus actuals per site
– Identify underperforming and high-performing locations and recommend strategic
responses
– Flag operational issues and escalate with recommended actions
Business Development
– Identify and evaluate new activation opportunities — shopping centres, airports, and
premium venues
– Conduct site visits alongside management to assess new spaces and obtain rental rates
– Initiate outreach and schedule viewings with prospective venue partners
REQUIREMENTS
– Minimum 3 years' experience in activations, field operations, or project management
– Strong logistics and stakeholder coordination background
– Comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-paced, field-based environment
– Tech-savvy with ability to work with performance dashboards and reporting tools
– Valid South African driver's licence and own reliable vehicle
– Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
– Commercial mindset — understands the link between operational performance and
revenue
ADVANTAGEOUS
– Experience in retail activations, vending, or consumer tech environments
– Prior experience managing promotional staff or field teams
– Existing relationships with shopping centre management or landlords
PACKAGE
Monthly Salary R35,000 – R45,000 gross (negotiable based on
experience)
Contract Type Fixed-term (1 August – 31 December 2026), with high
potential for permanent appointment