Careers at The Heineken Company

You will be required to do the following:

• Ensure governance of general administrative tasks.
• Execute effective confirmation of production orders, Bulk verification, and machine labor hours.
• Effective monitoring of production order variances.
• Accurate checks, captures, and file production information according to production reports into the various reporting tools and system
• Actively follows up and effectively closes all production related queries affecting production stocks of materials and finished goods with warehouse and finance
• Creation and management of Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Goods Received Notes (GRNs), including monitoring and maintaining open orders.
• Maintain and accurately record data in structured spreadsheets to support reporting and tracking requirements.
• Coordinate a collaborative
• Closing work orders

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Grade 12 and relevant Diploma
• 2-3 years in a production /FMCG environment
• Computer literate in the MS office packages, advanced MS Excel. Working knowledge of SAP ERP within a packaging environment will be considered an advantage.
• Strong numerical aptitude.
• Good communication skills.
• Effective time management.
• Strong interpersonal and persuasive skills to ensure task completion.
• Strong personality, be innovative, self-driven and able to work under pressure.

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PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The Sales Intelligence Analyst plays a key role in delivering actionable insights that drive sales growth, enhance customer engagement, and optimise commercialstrategies. This role provides analytical support across functional teams by interrogating large data sets, generating meaningful insights, and presenting these inclear, visual formats that enable informed decision‑making.
• The analyst collates data from multiple sources to build and maintain dashboards, identify performance gaps, and translate insights into practical actions for teamsacross the OpCo. Their work underpins strategic, commercial, and operational planning, while also supporting capability building by helping stakeholders understandand use self‑service analytical tools.
• In addition, the Sales Intelligence Analyst supports the development of predictive models, introduces new reporting approaches, and ensures simplified,future‑focused insight delivery across Sales and Marketing functions.

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Maintain and enhance existing dashboards and data models, while developing new reporting and analytics solutions aligned to business needs. Introduce newreporting approaches and ensure insight delivery is consistent across the organisation.
• Analyse large and complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and growth opportunities, proactively generating insights and actionable recommendations forcross‑functional stakeholders. Incorporate predictive analytics and future‑focused modelling to support forward‑looking decision‑making.
• Present complex information in clear, compelling formats to support data‑driven decisions across the broader Heineken Beverages organisation. Championdata quality and governance in line with data council principles.
• Support commercial teams in becoming more confident and self‑sufficient users of data through ongoing training, guidance, and agile‑driven development oftools and dashboards.
• Coordinate opportunities for data integration and consolidation from second‑ and third‑party sources, ensuring data integrity, automation, and effective digitalenablement. Act as a translator between business objectives and digital solutions.
• Identify digital audiences and continuously test data variables to optimise targeting and performance across channels.
• Drive collaboration between data providers and digital enablement teams to strengthen data quality, master data alignment, and metadata management.
• Contribute to the enhancement, automation, training, roll‑out, back‑office support, and reporting of TSA tools.
• Provide cover for other Sales Intelligence Analysts when required and support Sales and Marketing KPIs, including tasks related to the month‑end salesincentive process.
• Deliver regular sales performance reporting, including dashboards, scorecards, and key metrics, while supporting the development and implementation ofcommercial strategies that drive sales growth and improve profitability.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders—including - Sales and Commercial Directors—to inform strategic and operational decisions andcontinuously improve sales intelligence processes, tools, and systems.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Honours degree in an analytical or data‑focused discipline, such as Econometrics, Business or Financial Economics, Business Informatics,Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Management, or a related field.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• 5–7 years’ experience in FMCG and/or Digital environments.
• Proven experience working as an analyst.Advanced proficiency in Excel, with a strong willingness to learn new analytical tools and technologies.
• Expertise in data analytics platforms such as QlikView and Power BI.
• Strong working knowledge of analytical and statistical tools (e.g., SQL, SAP, SAS, SPSS, Oracle Discoverer, Salesforce, Python).
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and ways of working.
• Highly analytical, structured, and solutions‑orientated, with strong problem‑solving skills.Strong commercial awareness, able to translate data insights intomeaningful business implications—both current and future.Independent, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex data into clear, accessible insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Agile mindset with the ability and willingness to adapt to changing business needs.

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Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Co-ordinate the daily administration function within the Distribution Centre. 
• Assist and support managers with Purchase requisitions, the goods receipt process, purchase orders and all procurement related admin (SAP and COUPA)
• Manage petty cash in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Ensure that the ISO 9001:2015 documentation is maintained and applied. Coordinate DC ISO audits and changes to documentation.
• Assist with preparing budgets and forecasts, including the monthly co-ordination of OPEX spends and variance analysis in terms of guidelines and assumptions.
• Ensure that monthly spending as per cost centre and cost element are allocated correctly and are expensed as per the budgeted flexing.
• Co-ordinate the monthly variance reporting after obtaining and evaluating the reasons for variances.
• Ensure that distribution cents per liter cost is contained through continual investigation and improvement of asset utilization.
• Perform Distribution Centre capex and abnormal maintenance function.
• Verify assets in the Distribution Centre on a regular basis.
• Prepare and Inform Regional Head office of the scrapping and selling of assets and manage the tender process for such assets
• Ensure all monthly meetings (incl. H&S meetings) are held and that the minutes of the meetings are prepared.
• Effectively co-ordinate the monthly internal audit function for the Distribution Centre.
• Ensure that the Internal Control Checks (ICC) are performed monthly by the relevant controllers.
• Apply scores as per the matrix to all modules.
• Administer Customs and Excise Accounts (Where applicable)
• Assist in monthly stock takes and ICC’s as and when needed.
• Improve business processes to ensure achievements of Business Objectives.   
• Follow the organization's policies and procedures and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Technical Grade 12 or equivalent
• A relevant Diploma or Certificate in administration or Finance will be advantage.
• 6 years’ relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP, Strato, Success Factors experience beneficial.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience meeting tight deadlines. 
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and sound presentation skills  
• The ability to work after hours and / or shifts if necessary. 

The successful candidate must demonstrate Heineken Behaviors aligned to the role expectations:

Deliver:

• Play to win & celebrate success.
• Deliver the goods.

Shape:

• Think consumer first.
• Make courageous moves.

Connect:

• Champion a culture of belonging.
• Learn, share & reapply.

Develop:

• Have real conversations.
• Embrace learning & growth.

Closing Date: 27 May 2026

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• The Channel Activation Manager is fully responsible for the management of execution pertaining to their relevant Channel, from promotional activities to key initiatives in line with Evergreen, AP and SP strategy and objectives. Supports in the design, analysis and identifying of their channel strategy and the subsequent achievement of volume and profit objectives.
• Supports in developing and deployment of PICOS and implementing channel segmentation and prioritization. Selects key shopper drivers in priority segments, selects winning strategies and produces an action plan to realize these strategies for their channel.
• Works closely with key stakeholders (i.e. brand marketing, key accounts teams, finance, supply chain, procurement, regional trade marketing, 3rd parties and field sales teams) to ensure execution excellence according to brand & channel plans developed. Support in developing Integrated Commercial Plan and Annual Plan. 

KEY RESULT AREAS  

• Co Define and develop Channel activation strategies that drive brand visibility and consumer engagement and conversion in Modern Off Trade.
• Demonstrate understanding of priority channels with the Modern Off Trade.
• Continuously evolve to market dynamics and co-develop tactical plans to defend and win volume to achieve company targets.
• Conduct Market Research to identify trends, opportunities and competitive landscape.
• Efficiently manage and execute activities and initiatives in line with achieving company’s commercial targets.
• Work with Sales teams to deliver PICOS execution in market aligned to channel strategy and KPI’s.
• Co-planning for promotions & trade plans in Modern Off Trade as per annual calendar to achieve effective and efficient selling in/out and in-store merchandising.
• Direct engagement with Key Account team as well as Key Accounts customers and their respective marketing teams to ensure significant impact and visibility of priority brands, executed through the activity calendar.
• Alignment with Regional Trade Marketing teams on Channel specific activities in all planning, execution and evaluation stages.
• Valuable time spent in trade to understand channel dynamics, shopper behaviour, activity execution barriers and opportunities.
• Ensure cost efficiency and effective premium/POSM management to eliminate excessive waste.
• Set Excellent Outlet Execution guidelines according to PICOS consumer drivers (availability, affordability and visibility) for Modern Off Trade, with support and alignment from brand teams on annual basis and occasionally based on consumer & market needs/dynamics.
• Create premium disruptive POSM material for Modern Off Trade in conjunction with Brand teams and key stakeholders.
• Track and analyze the effectiveness of activation initiatives providing reports and recommendations for future activity programs. Full measurement and evaluation of activity ROI.
• Evaluate and re-apply learnings post campaign to drive execution efficiency and ROI improvement.
• Manage budgets for activation programs, ensuring cost-effective execution while maximizing impact.
• Follow Heineken Beverages policies and procedures and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFCATIONS

• A degree/diploma in Marketing, Economics, Business or equivalent.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• Minimum 6+ years of channel marketing/brand management/sales operations working experience.
• Minimum of 3 years managerial experience.
• Knowledge of trade terms within an FMCG environment will be advantageous.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• The ability to build relationships with a variety of business stakeholders to effectively manage work output required.
• Excellent business presentation skills, close attention to detail and enjoy working as part of a team.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.
• High level of communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritise work.

Closing Date: 22 May 2026

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About the Program:
Our Global Graduate Program is a three-year path which consists of three rotations, each lasting six months, and will take place within the Commerce team. You’ll have the opportunity to spend the next 18-months working in a role within your home operating company in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa.

• Rotation 1: Set off in the HEINEKEN operating company of application in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa. Here, you’ll gain a solid foundation in your specific function and an understanding of our operations, strategy, and culture.
• Rotation 2: Continue in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa of application with a cross-functional assignment, widening your perspective and understanding of different business areas and how they interconnect.
• Rotation 3: Broaden your horizons with an international assignment, enhancing your global mindset and cultural adaptability.
• Landing Role: Now you’ve got all the tools, it’s time for you to apply what you’ve learnt in a management position within your country of application in Stellenbosch, Durbanville or Sandton, South Africa. Every day will bring a chance to continue with your growth and development.

A Handful of (Program) Highlights:

• A Great Graduate Community: Join a vibrant network of graduates from around the world, sharing experiences and learning together.
• Support and Mentorship: Learn from former graduates and senior leaders who will guide and support you on your path.
• Extensive Learning Journey: Engage in a thorough learning and development program designed to help you become your best self.
• A Vast Range of Assignments: Experience a variety of assignments that will challenge and inspire you, giving you a broader understanding of our business

Who We’re Searching For:

• Ambitious Individuals: Passionate about building a meaningful career in one of our key functions.
• Open and Adventurous: Ready to embrace new challenges and explore diverse experiences.
• Leadership Potential: Prepared to take initiative, lead projects, and drive change.

Criteria & Conditions

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree. A qualification in a relevant discipline such as Marketing, Sales, Commerce, Business Management or a related field.
• Work Experience: No specific previous work experience is required! But we are looking specifically for new graduates. That’s a maximum of 1-year post-graduation.
• Languages: English language is essential, in addition to your local language requirements.
• Work Rights: The right to work in the country of your program is essential.
• Travel Flexibility: Global exploration can’t happen from home! We require all Explorers to be fully globally mobile.

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You will be required to do the following:

• Knowledge of wiring diagrams
• Reading and understanding of electrical drawings in a plant environment
• Methodical fault finding / detection and maintenance of electrical motors, pumps, control panels and distribution boards to required standards,
• Excellent working knowledge of sensor control, VSD, HMI, switch gear, AC motors, relay logic, temperature controllers, industrial instrumentation, etc.
• Basic understanding of PLC input/outputs
• Repairs of production machinery including site related electrical work.
• Adhere to all safety procedures, policies, and regulations – total compliance OHS Act
• Excellent housekeeping
• Active involvement in mini business operating activities.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Matric and Trade Certificate – Electrician
• 3-5 relevant working experience in the FMCG electrical / automation environment 
• Working experience with bottling machinery will be a distinct advantage.
• Familiar with S7 and high-speed machinery  
• Must be self-motivated, innovative, and able to work without or limited supervision.
• Support business improvements, operational and segment goals
• Able to work and cope under pressure and make decision where necessary.  
• Possess good communication skills on all levels.
• Must be responsible and punctual – adhere to Heineken Values
• Must be willing and able to work shifts and overtime if required.
• Strong ability to do problem solving, fault-finding and knowledge of various problem-solving methods.
• To reflect good leadership behavior - towards colleagues, superior and company values

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Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Blending consistent quality products
• Managing bulk stock effectively
• Minimizing losses and write-offs
• Effective admin housekeeping
• Supervising and motivating people
• Ensure that products received adheres to company specifications
• Liaise with the necessary departments concerning production planned
• Planning and coordinating of daily tasks
• Ensure that departments quality management documents are kept up to date
• Involve with internal and self-auditsOversee that the right filtration material is used for the right product
• Management of finance, quality, and hygiene internal controls
• Management of cellar process according to TPM [Total Productivity Management] Standard 
• The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:
• Relevant qualification [Diploma] in food technology/ Food sciences/ microbiology/biochemistry/chemistry
• Must have a knowledge of spirits and wines
• Experience in Managing and Leading a team essential
• Experience in Managing an MDT area essential
• Ability to work independently, identify and solve problems and make relevant decisions
• Ability to work under pressure
• Be self-motivated and action driven
• Be a team player and innovator
• Sound leadership and conflict handling experience
• Strong numerical aptitude and analytical abilities are essential
• Computer literate 

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Purpose of the job

• To procure and manage grapes to produce the right quantity and quality wine of the right style and price in line with the Supply and Demand Forum.  Grape intake scheduling at the optimum time to ensure quality and cellar capacity utilization.  Effective management of grape growers with a strong focus on their financial sustainability, but also ensuring their adherence to IPW, WIETA and other required accreditations. 
• Manage sustainability and innovation projects (including digital) within the agricultural sector through collaboration and alignment with the Global Sustainability team, AME representatives and HB production facilities to contribute to specific company targets.

Key Responsibilities

Intrinsic management across an integrated Supply Chain

• Contracting and purchasing grapes according to grade and price mandate
• Maintain all block information on the relevant block record system for effective planning during pre-contracting processes.
• Winter and 10-year forecasting for accurate supply of grapes per age/grade/volumes per year
• Producer total package calculation and average price per ton; continuous adjustments to ensure producer profitability and sustainability
• Frequent producer visits to ensure optimum vineyard practices for envisaged wine end goal
• Ensuring correct tons per mandate are bought and managed throughout harvest to optimize cellar capacity and reduce overheads
• Continuous negotiations with producers during harvest to ensure total expected volume through cellar is met
• Collaboration with other role players on agricultural sustainability projects within the wider agricultural procurement footprint of Heineken Beverages.

Operational results

• Produce/procure grapes for wines that compete with the best wines locally and internationally (awards), and/or per demand.
• Ensure Supply Chain efficiency through accurate daily intake planning during the harvest season to optimize throughput
• Grape production efficiency driven by continuous improvement

• Recommend cultivars and sourcing areas as determined by company needs and climate change forecast models
• Assist cellar, producers, internal and external stakeholders with problem solving and technical support.

Build and maintain effective networks and relationships with key internal & external stakeholders

• Maintain and build relationships with grape suppliers, industry players, customers, project consultants and other business partners.
• Grape producer and winemaker feedback sessions
• Maintain an internal functional network to develop a sustainable grape supply model for Heineken Beverages.
• Maintain an external functional network to ensure the provision of a long-term grape supply base
• Collaboration with a wide network to remain up to date with industry trends and developments.
• Promote brand building by acting as a brand ambassador at events and present tastings (may require travel)

Drive continuous improvement and encourage best practice principles to ensure improved delivery against targets

• Ensure that continuous improvement is driven through the compilation and implementation of sustainability strategies for Heineken Beverages.
• Ensure knowledge-sharing with producers (successful in-house trials, changing legislation, changing accreditation requirements)
• Investigate and trial alternate revenue generating ideas
• Investigate and trial new technologies and products relevant to the Heineken Beverages larger agricultural procurement footprint, under changing climatic and economic conditions.

Lead by Example

• Demonstrate Heineken Beverages values and behaviours
• Clear pattern of self-development and learning with increased expertise and performance
• Assist with development & improvement of critical skills
  • Responsible for sharing industry learnings with producers and internal farm teams

Job Requirements: Education and Experience

• A relevant and recognized diploma or degree in winemaking and viticulture
• The position will be based primarily in Stellenbosch at the Centre of Excellence, Adam Tas; in harvest season, the position will be based at the Nederburg Winery, Paarl.
• Minimum of 5-8 years’ working experience in viticulture, grape procurement or similar role
• Effective influencing skills and ability to forge strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and planning skills
• Experience in trialing new products or practices with a focus on sustainability
• Good understanding of accreditation requirements (WIETA, IPW)
• Good Computer Literacy skills (MS Office suite, SAP)
• Good data management skills.
• Proficient in use of online platforms for data management.
• Ability to work well on individual and cross-functional team level with minimum guidance and supervision
• Ability to work under pressure
• Passion for seeking innovative solutions and out of the box thinking
• Self-starter, driven and self-motivated
• Ability to continuously learn and improve skill set
• Excellence in the sensorial evaluation of wine would be advantageous

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Key responsibilities

• Be a co-pilot to Site Production teams in decision making through solicited and unsolicited advice based on financial analysis and in-depth knowledge of business operations.
• Support the business planning cycle of the Site (Strategic Plan, Annual Plan and Latest Estimates).
• Prepare and critically analyse monthly results and deliver timely management reports which include commentaries, KPIs, graphs, internal/external insights and/or benchmarks.
• Manage and assess business unit performance against standards including: OEE, O/T, costing standards, Routing on SAP and recommend performance improvement or standards adjustment 
• Analyse and report on weekly and monthly production order variances, provide early warnings on deviations, advise on corrective/mitigating actions; review loss trends; ensure that the production Bill of Materials are correct and up to date.
• Ensure reliability & integrity of accounting records (accounts and cost centres) and financial information (P&L and balance sheet) through regular controls and financial awareness of functions.
• Ensure short-term interval controls are effective. Continuously review site financial control processes and identify possible risk. Propose and implement solutions/controls to strengthen control environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Perform monthly audits to ensure adherence to internal control principles and assist in stock verification as and when required.
• Support business unit to ensure adherence to financial control policies (financial, IT and materials) and procedures and good corporate governance principles & practices. 
• Adhere to Excise policies and procedures and ensure documentation and administration is suitably maintained.
• Ensure adherence and provide necessary support to the capital expenditure process as well as ensuring validity and accuracy of the asset register.
• Involved in stock management and assist with stock takes, identification of slow moving and obsolete stock. Escalate to management team any stock risks.
• Participate in cross site audits and stock takes.
• Develop level 2 & 3 management financial competencies / capability in business unit.

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Purpose of the Job

• Manage a team of Sales Representatives to ensure growth of the Brand portfolio across various identified Channels by creating/ driving brand awareness, consumer pull and building brands in line with strategic objectives. 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the sales, promotions, and campaigns of sales activities with the assigned area of responsibility. 
• Make data-informed decisions to develop trade plan, drive performance and inform resource allocation. 
• Ensure products/ brands are available widely in assigned sales area. 
• Optimize resources to achieve sales targets. 
• Develop, monitor, and manage quarterly Sales Plan. 
• Analyze and identify growth opportunities with measurement and tracking for reporting purposes. 
• Monitor Sales Consultant adherence to Call strike rate. 
• Develop strong customer relations through frequent communication, professional, courteous, and ethical interpersonal interactions. 
• Identify emerging markets to find new sales opportunities. 
• Procure market intelligence and develop appropriate action plans when necessary. 
• Monitor Accessibility, Availability and Affordability compliance vs noncompliance. 
• Share and implement new and innovative ideas to improve sales and the effectiveness of the sales teams. 
• Coach the Sales Consultants on Sales best practice. 
• Prepare sales budgets, projections and approve expenditure. 
• Track, analyze and report on sales statistics based in key quantitative metrics. 
• Conduct in-trade audits, measuring the team’s impact in the trade. 
• Enable teams to gain market share growth. 
• Conduct on the job training and Coaching. 
• Plan and direct the hiring and training of new Sales Representatives. 
• Institute discipline when required. 
• Follow the organization’s policies and procedures and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Job Requirements

Education

• A Tertiary qualification (diploma/degree) in Sales, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.  

Experience

• 3+ years sales experience. 
• Relevant experience within the Alcoholic Beverage or broader FMCG industry would be preferable. 
• The ability to identify and define problems and make balanced and sound decisions. 
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets 
• Strong numerical and business acumen experience 
• High levels of energy, persistence, drive as well as a sense of urgency. Ability to communicate effectively across all levels and manage customer  relationships. 

Functional Competencies 

• Consumer at the center. 
• Persuasive selling skills & negotiations. 
• Manage budget allocation, evaluation, and reporting. 
• Sales Commercial Insights and process management. 
• Sales Prospecting and Opportunity Management. 
• Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth. 
• Sales Technology Application. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers. 
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM  software. Ability to coach, facilitate, inspire, transform, and lead your team towards a shared goal and vision. 
• Have a passion for customer service by making clients and their needs a primary focus. 
• Excellent negotiating skills to gain commitment to solutions by using your influencing and networking skills. 
• Exceptional planning and execution skills/capabilities. 
• The ability to work optimally in a high performance and competitive environment.

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• The Data Engineer is a key technical contributor within the Data & Analytics function, responsible for architecting, building, and operating the data infrastructure that underpins the organisation’s analytics and reporting capabilities. With a minimum of three years’ hands-on experience, the successful candidate will drive the end-to-end design of scalable data pipelines, govern data quality, and collaborate across business units to translate complex data requirements into robust, production-grade solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, resilient data architectures aligned to enterprise strategy and business requirements.
• Build and maintain production-grade ELT/ETL pipelines that ingest, transform, and load data from diverse on-premises and cloud sources.
• Develop and version-control data models and schemas optimised for efficient querying, reporting, and ML consumption.
• Conduct performance tuning and optimisation of pipelines, queries, and storage layers to meet SLA and scalability targets.
• Design and maintain data integration solutions to ensure consistency and accuracy across systems.
• Implement data validation, cleansing, profiling, and enrichment frameworks as part of pipeline workflows.
• Enforce data quality KPIs; proactively monitor and alert on anomalies or pipeline failures.
• Support data lineage tracking and metadata management to enable full auditability.
• Build and manage cloud-native data solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Administer and optimise cloud storage and compute resources for cost and performance.
• Ensure all data engineering solutions adhere to data governance frameworks, privacy regulations and security policies.
• Implement role-based access controls, encryption at rest and in transit, and data masking where required.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of data catalogues, data dictionaries, and governance documentation.
• Partner with data analysts, data scientists, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Produce and maintain comprehensive technical documentation — pipeline designs, runbooks, and architectural decision records.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field
• Relevant Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g. Azure Data Engineer Associate, Databricks Certified Associate) are advantageous

Required Skills:

• 3+ years experience in data engineering or a related field
• Proficiency with analytical SQL engines
• Proficiency in Python for data engineering tasks (PySpark, pandas, data pipeline scripting)
• Hands-on experience with Azure cloud data services
• Experience with cloud storage
• Competency with data integration platforms
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, ETL processes, and data modeling techniques.
• Working knowledge of big data technologies
• Experience with version control with Git and CI/CD tooling
• Familiarity with containerisation for data workloads
• Understanding of ML pipelines and MLOps practices to support data science teams
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven mindset
• Strong stakeholder management and collaborative working style
• Self-driven; able to operate independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality, maintainable work.

Highly beneficial skills:

• Experience with dbt for transformation layer management
• Knowledge of data observability and monitoring tools
• Infrastructure-as-Code experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates

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Job Purpose

• The Engineering Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of engineering staff, tools, equipment, spare parts, and materials to and from various sites. The role supports engineering and maintenance activities by ensuring timely deliveries while complying with road safety, company, and legal requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely drive company vehicles to transport engineering personnel, tools, spare parts, and equipment
• Collect and deliver engineering materials between stores, workshops, suppliers, and job sites.
• Assist with loading and unloading of tools, equipment, and spare parts when required.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and ensure vehicles are always roadworthy.
•  Report vehicle defects, accidents, or incidents immediately to the co-ordinator.
• Ensure compliance with road traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate trip logs, delivery notes, and fuel records.
• Ensure tools and engineering equipment are transported securely to prevent damage.
• Keep vehicles always clean and presentable.
• Support engineering storekeeper in case of no driving duties (e.g., stock-issuing; stock-count; receiving of stock)
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Physically fit and able to assist with manual handling duties.
• Health & Safety
  • Must comply with all company and legal health and safety standards.
  • Required to wear prescribed personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Must report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Working Conditions
  • May be required to work overtime, weekends, or public holidays.
  • Travel between sites is required.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (Code 08 / 10 / 14 as required)
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ driving experience.
• Good knowledge of local routes and road regulations.
• Ability to handle engineering tools, equipment, and materials safely.
• Basic mechanical knowledge is an advantage.
• Literacy sufficient to complete logs and delivery documentation.
• Basic knowledge of tools, spare parts, and engineering materials (advantageous).
• Matric or equivalent 

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Scope of the role

Role purpose:

• To oversee and manage all production elements within the Cider, RTD and applicable minor brands (Amstel Radler, Heineken 0.0) production. The responsibility also includes management of standards along with developing teams within the department.
• The responsibility includes taking the Brewing departmental lead for our DSV projects (Extract Loss reduction initiatives and other cost saving opportunities), assisting the project teams in execution and ensuring that the department is aligned to the requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily/weekly production plans.
• Forecasting requirements (production and raw materials) to optimise production capability

Brewing Process/Quality Improvement

• Periodic review of taste test scores to identify negative trends and facilitate their resolution.
• Review and standardize brand recipes as need arises.
• Drive compliance to brewing process standards through effective coordination of improvement actions arising from audits.

Support Brewery and Commerce innovation in Brewing

• Develop, adapt and review recipes in line with business requirements and advancement in brewing technology.
• Support Innovation and commercial activation- clearly defining the roles of raw materials, craftsmanship and heritage in brand essence and credentials.
• Coordinate all trials

Management of Raw and Auxiliary Materials quality

• Collaborate with sourcing and suppliers to improve and sustain the quality of incoming materials.
• Drive the execution of planned Raw Materials Supplier audits.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance Manager to develop local Raw and Auxiliary Material Suppliers.
• Engage the services of external Laboratories for periodical re -evaluation of Auxiliary Materials
• Drive closing the loop for any Raw Material, Product integrity and food safety challenges.

Management of PQ Pillar activities in Brewing

• Organize and Coordinate PQ Pillar activities in Brewing as required.
• Leveraging on global network to support brewing in the journey to excellence through continuous improvement activities.
• Drive the use of simple TPM tools and methodologies to correct and prevent quality deviations as applicable.

Maintenance support

• Liaise with IC to compile and follow up on maintenance items for maintenance day execution.

Cleaning and Disinfection Services.

• Liaison with GSC on all aspects relating to C&D services including seeking approval for new C&D products.
• Use quarterly compliance audit reports to harmonize current providers’ practices in Brewing to obtain maximum benefit at optimum cost.
• Ensure product integrity and consumer safety is guaranteed through adequate management of change on introduction of new C&D chemicals.

Project management (DSV)

• From the Brewing perspective; lead projects that would add value to the department; ensuring that the projects are implemented on time, in full and deliver the forecasted value
• Serve as a funnel for project approval; ensuring that projects would add value but not disrupt the department
• Align and escalate for support with internal stakeholders, where and when required

Administration & Reporting

• Ensure OTIF rendition of reports – BCS reporting
• Manage leave administration for the Brewing department
• Attend leadership meetings in lead in the absence of Brewing Manager.

Coaching and Training

• Communicating update in brewing science to brewers & non-brewers
• Guide and onboard new employees and learners in Brewing

Budget responsibilities?

• Project related, specifically around project paybacks

People Management role?

• No

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Purpose of the job

• To support the Head SC Finance with the regulation, validation and consolidation of financial information of the services departments and to provide and integrated financial governance and assurance in terms of Governance of internal controls, Excise and Customs and Operational and Capital expenditure within the Supply Chain.
• Be the guardian of Heineken Beverages assets and reputation through improved financial controls, managed financial risks and clear & transparent information on business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a business partner for the Supply Chain Service departments in the Supply Chain business unit by collating financial data and ensure integrity of financial data. Identify risks, act on or recommend business decisions and actions for the relevant areas to assist and enable fact-based decision making.
• Prepare and critically analyses consolidation monthly results and deliver timely consolidation management reports for Supply Chain which include commentaries, KPI’s, graphs, internal/external insights and/or benchmarks. 
• Ensure reliability & integrity of accounting records (accounts and cost centres) and financial information (P&L and balance sheet) through regular controls and financial awareness of functions.
• Support the business with inter-company related transactions (i.e. cross charges).
• For the Supply Chain Service Departments: Review the budget guidelines and framework. Capture, consolidate, evaluate, and report final budget to management for approval. Review and enforce recommended remedial and preventative action for overspent risks. Review and approve forecasting.
• Ensure the development of the support services financial skills.
• Manage the CAPEX workflow process for Supply Chain. This includes system workflows, review CAPEX requests, training, and reporting.
• Manage the bi-annual stock takes to ensure independent coverage plan. This includes liaising with site management, external auditors, PC&I and finance staff.
• Involved in stock management and assist with stock takes, identification of slow moving and obsolete stock. Escalate to management team any stock risks.
• Assist with the reviewing of the Excise accounts for the VMS warehouses and perform the monthly liability reconciliation.
• Assist with the reviewing of the Customs deferment account entries and schedule the payments on the e-filing platform. Reconcile the liability accounts.
• Perform monthly audits to ensure adherence to internal control principles and assist in Excise & Customs compliance verification as and when required.
• Analyse, consolidate and report monthly stock balances which include forecasting view. 
• Analyse, consolidate and report monthly stock days for blended spirit products.
• Analyse, consolidate and report monthly on RPM.
• Review relevant Supply Chain ICC's monthly, identify mitigating controls and corrective actions and provide feedback to management and obtain sign off.
• Ensure ICC training is provided and Business system tools [Barnowl and PowerBI] are used across the Supply Chain and internal business partners.
• Ensure business information systems up to date and relevant to business needs [BIP, EDI platform, e-filing, CAPEX workflow app].
• Review and implement standardised document control governance. Identify and action systems improvements i.e., reporting automation system developments, Workflow implementations & corporate structure alignment.
• Support with special projects
• Manage relationships with business partners (internal and external such as CoEs, SC Finance, SC Director, P&CI, KPMG, etc).

Job Requirements
Education

• BCom Accounting or equivalent qualification completed.
• CIMA/ BCom Accounting honours or busy completing professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Management Accounting and/or Controlling, ideally in Supply Chain. FMCG experience advantageous.
• Knowledge and previous working experience with CAPEX, excise and customs will be an added advantage.
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to search out facts without prior process/guidance.
• Passion for delivering result, take ownership and translating insights into concise practical plans.
• Strong interpersonal/communication/influencing skills to challenge and win support and drive decision making.
• Excellent team player with strong oral and written communication skills.
• High level of cross functional cooperation: effectively partnering with various teams.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Drive for improvements and changes.
• Sound knowledge of MS office and SAP with specific importance to manufacturing.
• Ability to prepare simple/medium complexity business cases and models.

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Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and motivate subordinates
• Review and improve engineering stores and receiving systems.
• Manage and co-ordinate stocktaking and cycle counts
• Stock control (e.g. shortages, losses, obsolete stock, new stock, levels, etc.)
• Accurate and quality storage of stock / equipment
• Limit losses and write-offs
• Data capturing on SAP
• Related administration (recording and filing of documents)
• Maintain effective housekeeping and safety standards
• Participate in TPM Business activities
• Maintain service level agreements and relationships with internal and external customers and Suppliers.
• Compile document and reports for ICC

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• A relevant diploma (e.g Inventory and Stores Management, Supply Chain Management)
• 1-3 years’ experience in a production / FMCG environment in stock control
• Computer literate in MS Office and SAP (SAP PM and MM Modules)
• Strong administrative ability
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of safety procedures and housekeeping standards
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Must be self-motivated and able to work without supervision
• Methodical, accurate and conscientious worker
• Be customer focused
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours as and/or when required
• Must have reliable transport to and from work

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Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Leads and manages the RTD processing environment safely, executes strategic plans (business /  site / departmental plan) alignment, achieve efficient and effective cost/productivity from all Cellar Operations. 
• Responsible for intake, handling, fermentation, blending, processing and supply of various ciders, wines RTD, spirits and aperitif products.
• Deliver First Time Right & Cellars Hygiene ICC scores consistently through world class best practices.   
• Supply the correct quality and quantity bulk product within required specifications timeously in the most cost-effective manner. 
• Manage short- and long-term planning of bulk products from both internal and external suppliers.
• Minimise losses of bulk product, drive savings projects and continuously implement World Class Best practices e.g. TPM, through  optimized SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)/WI (Work Instructions).
• Owns the accountability of training, development, skilling and continuously improving teams competence and capability.
• Manage, plan, control and achieve annual budgets for various units in the Cellar and ensure proper stock controls are in place as per policy / procedures. 
• Ensure adherence to the annual maintenance plan of all equipment within department. 
• Management of quality management systems for ISO 9001, FSSC, HACCP within Heineken Beverages framework
• Ensure and maintain the integrity of the sensory and organoleptic profile of products.
• Participates regularly in cross functional interactions /problem-solving with other departments to ensure production plan is adhered to optimization opportunities are harvested.
• Liaising with buying departments to ensure the correct product ingredients and lead times are adhered to.
• Establish a positive and disciplined environment with the workers and manage all HR issues (including people performance) within the department.
• Manage and control administrative matters and SAP systems within department.
• Willing to stand in to perform work when one of unit managers or controllers are absent.
• Actively participate in daily and weekly meetings as set in MCRS (Management Control and Reporting System).
• Must be able to work under pressure and see to queries within time associated with cellar department.
• Innovation and business improvements in support of operational and strategic goals.
• Optimize use of utilities (water in particular) and implements proper waste management practices to assist in brewing a sustainable world, through a high hygiene standard environment.
• Proactively reduce working capital by reducing all spirits holding days.
• Management of Apple Juice Plant (Operations, Planning, Procurement)

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• A relevant BSc degree, Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years cellar experience and knowledge within the operations / production environment with operating in a senior management/Leadership team. 
• Display in-depth knowledge of bulk planning methods and procedures.
• Display a high level of energy to persist with tasks.
• Ability to plan tasks and allocate time to prioritise and building in contingencies for the department.
• Ability to organise resources and effectively delegate tasks to subordinates.
• World Class Manufacturing best practices & TPM knowledge and implementation experience 
• People management and leadership skills.
• Driven to provide efficient and quality standard of service to customers.
• Proven computer literacy in SAP & MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) on advanced level.
• The successful candidate must be high in innovative thinking, troubleshooting and have ability to provide creative solutions to `business, site and departmental challenges