AVI Limited is a JSE-listed FMCG holding company operating a portfolio of over 50 established South African brands, with R13.44 billion in annual turnover. The tech stack is SAP-centric (ERP, SuccessFactors, PI, ABAP, Portal, Workflow) and reflects a large, operationally complex multi-brand group. Current hiring velocity is accelerating, concentrated in engineering and sales roles, while active projects span ERP system improvement, WAN/LAN infrastructure, security operations, and HR system modernization—signaling a shift from legacy customization toward standardization and control.
Notable leadership hires: Managing Director
AVI Limited owns and operates a diverse portfolio of South African consumer brands spanning hot beverages (Five Roses, House of Coffees), biscuits and snacks (Bakers, Willards), frozen convenience foods (I&J), out-of-home coffee (Ciro, Lavazza), beauty and personal care (Yardley, Lentheric), and fashion retail (Kurt Geiger, Lacoste, Gant, Spitz). The group generated R13.44 billion in revenue in the last financial year and operates a centralized shared services function covering IT, Finance, Logistics, Marketing, Procurement, and Field Marketing. Active hiring targets South Africa and Zambia, with openings concentrated in engineering, sales, and finance.
SAP-based infrastructure including SAP ERP, SuccessFactors (HR), Process Integration, ABAP, Portal, and Workflow. Supported by Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Dell/HP hardware, SharePoint, and business intelligence tools (Essbase). Desktop and mobile covered by iPhone/iPad.
Bryanston, Gauteng, South Africa. The company is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and operates a shared services model with hiring in South Africa and Zambia.
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