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- An established manufacturer of specialised agrochemicals is seeking an experienced Technical Project Lead to contribute to the development of new and existing products within the designated portfolio through meticulous planning, implementation, and management of approved projects to deliver comprehensive trial results to form part of dossiers compliant to the requirements of Act 36 of 1947, within designated timelines to meet business targets as well as changing global market food safety trends.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a B.Sc. Degree in Agriculture or Natural Sciences; a post-graduate qualification is advantageous
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in agrochemical product development and/or regulatory department
- Must hold a CropLife Basic Crop Protection Certificate
- SACNASP accreditation is advantageous
- Must have working knowledge of GHS Labelling requirements
- Comprehensive understanding of product registration requirements and processes, with above-average knowledge of crops, crop protection (biological), crop nutrition, and the general crop protection environment
- Technical project management experience is required
- Must have an understanding of statistical methods and the management of trial data on the ARM platform
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with a high level of accuracy in planning projects and managing trial data
- Must be self-motivated and driven to find solutions in executing development projects within set budgets and timelines
- Creativity and flexibility are required in addressing challenges during project execution and contributing to data dossiers
- Must be able to work independently, under pressure, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and meticulous precision, particularly in written tasks
- Proven ability to prioritize, re-prioritize, and manage all development-related activities within set timelines
- Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel when required
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Planning, implementing, and managing the R & D trial program for designated crops and products of the portfolio in line with product strategies and project scopes, as agreed with the relevant local and global Product Managers.
- Co-ordinating, managing, and liaising with CROs for the timely execution of projects in accordance with timelines and budgets, ensuring accuracy of implementation and data generation, as well as concurrent report generation and reporting.
- Analyzing trial results (via ARM) and drafting summaries to demonstrate trial objectives and proposing amendments for further development work, to ensure that project objectives are being achieved. On completion of projects, contributing to highly accurate, comprehensive yet concise registration dossiers to demonstrate that efficacy, selectivity, and residue data are complying with regulations and meeting claims in support of intended commercial use.
- Participating in local, regional, and global portfolio meetings by providing accurate updates on technical trial results and sharing technical expertise to ensure that product development is remaining relevant to market needs, while ensuring product positioning is optimal within the portfolio and in the context of global trends.
- Maintaining accurate updates to project management, budget tracking, and regulatory tracking platforms to maintain data integrity and transparency.
- Liaising with and participating in industry body organization committees, forums, and/or meetings to gain information and contacts on industry trends and knowledge transfer that may have strategic importance to the role and the company.
- Regularly visiting trial sites to ensure trial progress is going according to plan and set timelines.
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- A well-established fresh produce farming operation is seeking the above to oversee crop management, soil health, and irrigation systems while implementing sustainable practices and innovations to optimize crop performance and efficiency.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a relevant tertiary qualification related to manufacturing, quality, or engineering
- Minimum 5-10 years' experience in vegetables
- Extensive knowledge on agrochemicals and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is essential
- Must have extensive knowledge on soil health and plant nutrition
- Strong problem-solving ability and curiosity for the industry
- Willingness to be challenged and an eagerness to learn new methods
- Wide network within the industry is advantageous
- Must have the ability to manage small teams and suppliers
- Tech-savvy with the ability to utilize technology effectively
- Strong computer literacy with advanced Excel skills
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing effective crop management plans for optimal growth, yield, and quality.
- Monitoring crop health and addressing pests, disease, and weed management using sustainable practices.
- Conducting soil analysis and recommending appropriate fertilizers and amendments to improve soil health.
- Developing strategies for sustainable nutrient management.
- Staying up to date with advancements in agricultural technologies and integrating them into standard practices.
- Evaluating new seed varieties and farming techniques to improve crop performance.
- Designing and managing efficient irrigation schedules and systems to conserve water and support plant health.
- Maintaining detailed records of crop performance, soil health, and farming operations.
- Analyzing data to recommend process improvements and support decision-making.
- Working closely with farm managers, production teams, and other stakeholders to align farming operations with manufacturing needs.
- Providing training and technical guidance to the farming team on best practices.
- Ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and promoting sustainable farming practices.
- Implementing practices to reduce waste and improve overall farm efficiency.
- Planning and coordinating planting, cultivation, and harvesting schedules in line with market demand and manufacturing requirements.
- Identifying and addressing agronomic issues promptly to mitigate risks and ensure consistent production.
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- An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking the above to take responsibility for engineering a DataLake, managing data systems, and performing data analytics activities within the South Africa RC Supply Mission.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Biological Sciences, Computational Biology, or similar
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Data Engineering, Data Analytics, or Data Reporting
- Strong programming skills in R, Python, SQL, and PowerQuery (M-code, DAX) are essential
- Experience with visualization software such as TIBCO Spotfire, PowerBI, or Tableau is advantageous
- Must be proficient in database design, connections, and optimization of engines
- Experience with data mining and statistical techniques, including Logistic Regression, Linear Regression, and Decision Trees is essential
- Experience with cloud-based storage solutions (AWS, Google BigQuery, Azure) and tools for RPA, process mining, and production automation systems is advantageous
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Driving the strategy and implementation of Data-as-an-Asset (DaaA) in the RC Supply Mission.
- Working in the E2E Mission as part of the Advanced Technology squad for Commercial Seed Production.
- Operating in a Dynamic Shared Ownership culture, working cross-functionally with peers in SPI-PR, SPI-QT, Finance Controlling, Planning, and Foundation Seed, focusing on improving the Commercial Seed Production DaaA offering and intelligence.
- Acting as a Data Engineer in the field of Decision Science, creating the technical layer for extracting inferences, insights, and analytics, including ETL processes.
- Architecting a DataLake from various data sources and integrating it into Global systems and squads in this area.
- Consolidating, summarizing, and analyzing production data to drive critical processes such as Production Research data with area and field analysis, production plant comparisons to labs and research, and cost analysis of processes using data and KPIs automated from the DataLake.
- Performing data statistical analysis and visualizing data using data visualization tools.
- Building and validating dashboards with preferred visualization software.
- Mining process data from IT systems and databases.
- Extracting actionable insights from raw, structured, and unstructured data.
- Delivering on the future vision and strategy for optimized usage of data assets, including ML, AI, and outcome prediction.
- Ensuring compliance with the ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System.
- Participating in compiling Risk Assessments and Job Safety Analysis and ensuring compliance.
- Actively recording safety observations and near misses.
- Participating in 5WHY problem-solving, identifying corrective and preventative actions.
- Adhering to all applicable legislation, safety policies, and procedures.
- Meeting the requirements of legal appointments.
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- A well-established fresh produce farming operation is seeking the above to oversee their fresh produce processing and packaging plant, drive performance, ensure efficiency, and maintain their high standards in fresh produce processing.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a relevant tertiary qualification related to manufacturing, quality, or engineering
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience in FMCG manufacturing, ideally within cut vegetables, produce, and salad
- Experience in managing a production team producing vegetables/salads/flowers/fresh produce for top FMCG players in South Africa is advantageous; an understanding of the quality needed to supply these customers would be greatly beneficial
- Strong background in operational management and industrial engineering principles is essential
- Proven experience with lean manufacturing and driving continuous improvement
- Demonstrated ability to manage and report using KPIs effectively
- Extensive experience in managing teams with strong leadership and conflict-resolution skills
- Must have a basic understanding of financial and costing reports
- Strong computer literacy with advanced Excel skills is essential
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Leading and managing the production team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
- Implementing and driving lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitoring and managing production KPIs to ensure targets are being achieved and reported accurately.
- Overseeing operational processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards and optimizing workflows.
- Managing budgets and financial performance within the production department.
- Resolving team conflicts and maintaining a productive work environment.
- Ensuring compliance with safety, hygiene, and industry regulations.
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- A well-established leader in multifaceted commercial farming based in Oudtshoorn is seeking a Commercial Operations Manager for providing strategic leadership, managing farming operations, and fostering teamwork while ensuring sustainability, compliance, and financial efficiency.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics or a related field
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial operations management within the farming sector
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and seizing opportunities is essential
- Must have an excellent understanding of mega-farming financial planning and operations
- Computer literate with proficiency in relevant software and tools
- Fluency in Afrikaans, with strong communication skills in both written and spoken forms
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Developing and implementing a clear vision and strategy for the business, considering all its ramifications.
- Formulating, communicating, and executing agreed strategies and plans for each branch or section of the farm.
- Taking overall responsibility for the effective management of all farming branches and sections, ensuring each meets its specific requirements.
- Establishing clear reporting lines and ensuring their effective implementation.
- Motivating managers and employees to work cohesively as a team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Applying discipline consistently to maintain high operational standards.
- Capitalizing on projects to enhance operational growth and sustainability.
- Communicating and negotiating effectively with stakeholders, including industry players (e.g., CKI, ABSA, KKA, KKSP, BKB).
- Engaging with stakeholders and ensuring the company is meeting all sustainability and operational standards.
- Providing feedback, both financial and operational, in the format required by the board.
- Collaborating with the Finance Manager and board to draft and manage budgets that align with the company’s objectives.
- Monitoring budget implementation, ensuring cost-efficiency and adherence to financial plans.
- Providing leadership and guidance to management teams, building capacity and fostering a shared sense of purpose among staff.
- Steering recruitment efforts to build teams that align with the company’s short- and long-term objectives.
- Promoting excellent communication and ensuring project scope, targets, objectives, and outcomes are being clearly defined and updated.
- Overseeing in-country legal and administrative aspects of the company’s operations.
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements relevant to the farming business.
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- An international manufacturer of a wide range of protective coatings, linings, and fireproofing products is seeking the above to plan, control, and manage development activities to meet the requirements of the R&D plan and new projects as agreed.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a B.Sc. in Chemistry
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar laboratory environment
- Knowledge of raw materials, formulating techniques, chemical reaction processes and product performance requirements is essential
- Ability to communicate with company personnel, raw material suppliers and customers
- Knowledge of materials used in coating adhesives and decorative paint markets or similar is essential
- Coordination capabilities as well as good management and leadership skills
- Must be computer literate
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing technical information to sales to ensure the correct selection and choice of current/new products.
- Training and equipping all technical staff to perform QC, development, product performance testing, and installation/application of company products.
- Collaborating with the Quality Manager to ensure effective work is done and all required information is disseminated.
- Establishing application guidelines to assist Technical Resources in the application of new and existing products.
- Providing technical guidance regarding new and existing products to ensure successful manufacturing of products that comply with international standards and requirements.
- Understanding the chemical process taking place in the combination of raw materials in the manufacture and application of products.
- Implementing the correct procedures to be followed for the manufacturing of products.
- Ensuring that market needs are developed using the latest technology, considering aspects of performance, environmental impacts, and profitability within the core competencies of the business. This process requires continued liaison with raw material suppliers, USA, RPM partners, and Technology Providers.
- Focusing on colour and optimization and ensuring processes is assessed and implemented across the brands.
- Developing colour databases to assist with improving operational throughput.
- Managing activities to ensure deadlines on product development are achieved for both local and Platform requirements.
- Understanding the requirements of the marketplace for corrosion protection, tank linings, industrial steel, and OEM markets, and developing products to fulfil these requirements, in conjunction with sales and marketing.
- Assessing both current and new buy-ins to determine their suitability and performance requirements to meet the company’s basket of products.
- Keeping abreast of technology to ensure products are formulated within acceptable standards while achieving and maintaining profitability for the company.
- Ensuring that raw material purchasing and receiving specifications are up to date for approved suppliers and meet overseas partner requirements, and that standards are available to the procurement and production departments.
- Evaluating alternate raw materials offered by suppliers, identifying opportunities for product improvements and/or cost savings.
- Determining and issuing correct test methods and parameters for the quality control of raw materials to the Quality Manager.
- Making correct decisions and seeking approvals from technology providers regarding the required substitution of critical raw materials in the event of raw material shortages.
- Collaborating with production to ensure products are manufactured to meet relevant quality standards.
- Arranging and controlling initial trial manufacturing of new products in the factory by technical personnel.
- Adapting foreign technology to local manufacturing conditions and using local raw materials where possible.
- Investigating variances observed in production and providing guidance where improvements are needed.
- Approving and maintaining all manufacturing master formulas, and ensuring any changes are accurately captured and authorized for release.
- Producing and maintaining product characteristics and standard specifications for each product.
- Liaising with independent authorities and overseas technology providers regarding external testing or hazardous and performance criteria of products.
- Reporting any non-conformance with a process to the Quality Manager and dealing with it timeously to ensure corrective actions eliminate re-occurrence of the incident.
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- A well-established multinational specialty chemical manufacturer, which produces and supplies chemical raw materials, is seeking the above to define, develop, implement, and execute the business strategy for the assigned accounts under the supervision of the Business Development Manager, Mining EMEA.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have an MBA or Bachelor’s degree in business or science
- Minimum 5-10 years’ experience within the Mining industry or equivalent
- Must have broad and/or extensive knowledge in formulations in Mining as well as an understanding of the theoretical concepts and principles and their context
- Experience in a business environment, preferably B2B, with exposure to a global business culture and proficiency in using CRM tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Achieving budget sales volumes according to the established budget plan.
- Identifying business opportunities, developing plans to win those opportunities, and implementing regional sales strategies.
- Monitoring competitive activity in each account and ensuring that appropriate response strategies are being formulated and communicated.
- Establishing, developing, and strengthening business relations with customers while managing strong channel relationships.
- Following up on customer payments.
- Analyzing the market, promoting new products, product lines, and innovative technologies.
- Selling in multinational regions/countries with different cultures and religions.
- Preparing a yearly business plan for the area, split into separate activities.
- Forecasting within the assigned area.
- Providing customers with the required technical information and ensuring compliance handling.
- Pricing according to directives from the Regional Market Manager.
- Participating in exhibitions and conferences and conducting seminars for customers if required.
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- A leading vegetable farming business specializing in cultivating and distributing high-quality fresh produce is seeking an experienced Maintenance Millwright to be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimizing farm/factory equipment and machinery to ensure efficient operations.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must be a Certified Millwright (Red Seal)
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Maintenance Millwright on a farm
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, with a focus on pumps is essential
- Willingness to work in a farm environment and adapt to seasonal workload variations
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Knowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards is essential
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Must be proficient in Afrikaans (Written and Spoken)
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Performing scheduled preventative maintenance and repairs on farm machinery, including tractors, irrigation systems, and harvesting equipment.
- Diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues to minimize downtime.
- Installing, maintaining, and upgrading electrical wiring, control systems, and equipment components.
- Ensuring all farm machinery complies with safety and operational standards.
- Collaborating with farm management to ensure timely and efficient resolution of equipment issues.
- Maintaining records of maintenance schedules, repairs, and inspections.
- Monitoring spare parts inventory and ordering replacements as required.
- Training equipment operators on proper usage and basic maintenance practices.
- Ensuring compliance with workplace safety regulations and company policies.
- Assisting with the implementation of new technologies or farming machinery.
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- An established agrochemical manufacturer is seeking a candidate to control and coordinate warehouse movements on SAP, schedule and plan loads on TMS, manage the return process, and maintain audit traceability through proper administrative systems. This is a 6-month contract position.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have relevant Administration Certification
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in Logistics Administration
- Knowledge and experience of SAP transactions is essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to work under pressure without losing the ability to systematically complete set tasks
- Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, E-mail, Project etc.)
- Proficiency in English (read, write, speak)
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Receiving and printing picking slips and handing them over to the transporter for delivery planning.
- Creating shipments.
- Ensuring delivery notes are created when the transporter liaises with customers for deliveries.
- Creating a spreadsheet for KPIs related to customer care deliveries.
- Creating VLO60 reports to review open deliveries daily.
- Ensuring all drivers sign delivery notes when loads are dispatched by the warehouse.
- Coordinating picking and transfers.
- GRV-Ing all customer returns when received at the warehouse.
- Supplying credit to customers when sampling is completed, and results of the seed are verified by the lab.
- Ensuring all consignment stock is returned and the SAP system is updated.
- Assisting with stock takes.
- Ensuring all P.O.D.s are returned and filed.
- Controlling all transport invoices for carriers on the TMS system and verifying costs.
- Utilizing company resources efficiently to control costs.
- Complying with goals (DPR) set for quality, reliability, cost, and people.
- Attending safety meetings and ensuring all training for CBT is in compliance.
- Assisting with inventory control.
- Managing procurement for the warehouse, requesting quotations, creating purchase requisitions, receiving purchase orders, goods receiving on the procurement system, and loading invoices to LINup.
- Capturing data for the new open pick-up slips.
- Typing shipment advice notes for scheduled deliveries.
- Assisting with load planning.
- Assisting with the creation of shipments on TMS.
- Liaising with internal and external customers.
- Ensuring the safety and health of themselves and those around them.
- Being familiar with and adhering to established HSE procedures, rules, and work practices.
- Utilizing and properly maintaining all necessary/provided safety or personal protective equipment and controls.
- Immediately reporting all workplace hazards and incidents through reporting channels.
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- A leading agrochemical manufacturer is seeking an experienced Financial Manager (based in South Africa) to ensure that the financial strategy, policies, processes, and budgets support the overall strategic direction of their business in Malawi.
Minimum requirements for the role:
- Must have a CA, CIMA, or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 8-10 years’ relevant financial experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience at management level
- Sound knowledge of SYSPRO or SAP systems (or ERP systems in general) is essential
- Must have in-depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or equivalent, as well as financial policies, procedures, and processes
- Advanced business report writing skills are required
- Must be willing to travel to Malawi when required
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Possessing sound knowledge of the regulatory, statutory, and compliance frameworks affecting the area of responsibility.
- Controlling transactions and ensuring segregation of duties on Syspro.
- Managing data integrity.
- Ensuring completeness and balancing of transactions within acceptable accounting principles.
- Handling receivables, managing cashbooks, processing payables, and overseeing inventory.
- Maintaining the general ledger.
- Ensuring systems and procedures are in place and being adhered to in line with the internal control matrix as per group requirements and delegation of authority.
- Handling audits, including tax audits, internal audits, and external audits.
- Generating working capital reports, statutory reports, and operational reports.
- Comparing budgeted and actual expenses.
- Being responsible for the expense budget and building up the final budget, balanced with the balance sheet.
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