The first Woolworths store opened its doors to the public in Cape Town in October 1931. And it was founder Max Sonnenberg who captured the public’s imagination with dynamic store policies that set Woolworths apart from its competitors.
Three years later, a second branch opened in Durban, with another two in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg a year later. And...
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A dynamic team player is required to join our Foods Department, in order to provide the competitive edge through the delivery of quality, safety, availability and innovation sustainably.
Job description
Brand integrity, quality and product safety
Quality monitoring and reporting
Deliver to departmental operating plan and implement technical and science aspects thereof
Ensuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place
Packaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality,business objectives and shelf life
Supplier management and ensure suppliers provide high quality,safe products consistently and according to Woolworths’ standards
Educate, inform and share knowledge / information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately
Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re- occurrence of noncompliance
Developing and managing the new product development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products
Effective engagement across foods as well as cross functional collaboration
Minimum requirements
BSc Food science / BTech Food technology / BSc Biotechnology degree with minimum 5-7 years relevant experience
Proven track record of relevant industry experience and knowledge on ambient thermal processing
Long-life shelf stable product experience
Knowledge of technical processes and principles (including HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain)
Technical product knowledge (including characteristics,raw material sourcing / manufacturing processes and quality /safety parameters)
Knowledge of packaging functionality and application
Ability to multitask and be agile
Ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions in collaborations with supplier base
Team player with ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
Outstanding and effective communication skills
Quality / high standard mindset
Innovation / continuous improvement mindset
Apply food legislation requirements in the category
Ability to work effectively and productively in a fast-paced,pressurised environment
Developed sensory skills
Business acumen, judgement and problem-solving ability
Strategic development and planning skills
Project Management Skills
Networking and influencing skills
Assertive communication and conflict handling skills
Pro-active, innovative and entrepreneurial
Flexible with ability and willingness to travel
Ability to work productively in a stressful environment
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