Published 2026-04-08
We’re Hiring: Deployment Team Leader
Location: Gauteng
Business Unit: Merchant Division
Department: Deployments
Reports to: Deployment Manager
Employment Type: Permanent
The Deployment Team Leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all deployment activities, ensuring that deployment‑related work is executed efficiently, on time, and in line with company standards.
This role also manages supporting operational functions including stock control, reporting, supplier coordination, and stakeholder engagement to drive overall business performance and service quality. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Management Lead, supervise, and support the deployment team to meet daily and strategic objectives
Allocate tasks and manage workflow to ensure timely handling of all incoming requests
Provide coaching, mentoring, and regular performance feedback to team members
Conduct team meetings, performance reviews, and training sessions (induction, process, ad‑hoc) Deployment & Project Operations Plan, coordinate, and oversee deployment schedules and activities
Ensure all installations and onboardings are completed within agreed timelines
Manage deployment‑related projects and ensure successful implementation
Monitor progress and resolve operational challenges or delays
Act as the escalation point for all deployment‑related issues Warehouse & Inventory Management Manage stock counts including receiving and dispatching of stock
Conduct regular stock takes to ensure inventory accuracy
Ensure proper control, tracking, and reporting of stock movements Stakeholder & Supplier Management Liaise with internal departments (Sales, Logistics, Finance, Technical Support) to ensure seamless operations
Manage supplier relationships, including invoice and statement verification
Ensure timely processing and alignment with Finance
Review sales documentation and coordinate with Sales teams to ensure completeness and accuracy Financial & Administrative Coordination Accurately communicate monthly billing information and reports to the Finance team
Facilitate sales commission payments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Reporting & Performance Management Compile and present weekly and monthly deployment reports for the Executive Committee
Track and report on KPIs such as turnaround times, productivity, and service quality
Monitor performance expectation reports and ensure targets are met
Provide operational insights and recommendations for continuous improvement Process Improvement & Compliance Document and update operational processes to ensure clarity, consistency, and efficiency
Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous enhancements
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and audit requirements (e.g. SOX / ITGC, where applicable) Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, or a related field (preferred) Experience 3–5 years’ experience in deployment, logistics, warehousing, or technical operations
1–2 years’ experience in a leadership or supervisory role Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and people‑management capabilities
Excellent planning, coordination, and organisational skills
Strong analytical and reporting ability
Financial and operational acumen
Effective problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office , particularly Excel , and relevant operational systems Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Deployment efficiency
Stock count accuracy
Team productivity and performance
Reporting accuracy and timeliness
Compliance and audit adherence Our Values
At Lesaka Merchant, we are guided by four core values:
Entrepreneurial Spirit – We innovate boldly and act with ownership Integrity – We operate with honesty, trust, and transparency Collective Wisdom – We collaborate and leverage shared expertise
Bias to Action – We deliver with urgency, discipline, and focus
Preference will be made to support EE / AA measures. #J-18808-Ljbffr
