Main Purpose:

To manage a store so that the brand integrity and profitability are upheld, by ensuring our discerning customers are consistently delighted. 

Line Manager: Regional Manager

Subordinates: All Flexi timers and permanent staff within the store 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• To achieve the annual sales budget through meeting and exceeding daily and monthly budgets to ensure the sustainability of the business
• To manage and control the financial aspects of running the store to ensure store profitability
• To adhere to merchandising standards in line with the brand requirements to ensure good product mix
• To ensure proper stock management and control to minimise loss and to ensure product availability
• To deliver the best customer service to ensure the best customer experience
• To build excellent relationships with all relevant service providers (internal and external)
• To manage human resources effectively by recruiting, planning and administrating payroll properly
• To inspire, motivate, develop and hold people accountable appropriately 

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ Store Management experience
• Minimum of 8 years' Retail experience
• Footwear or Apparel Retail experience desirable
• Experience in working in a large retail store with a turnover of more than R 20 million per annum

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12
• Tertiary Retail Qualification will be to your advantage 

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of relevant Industrial Relations (IR) Law
• To discipline staff and initiate enquiries
• Understanding of profit and loss (income) statements
• Good understanding of the retail environment and brands
• Administration and stock management
• Conflict management
• Time management
• Customer service skills
• Leadership skills 

Competencies:

• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Follow instructions and procedures
• Leading and supervising
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Adhering to principles and values
• Working with people
• Planning and organising
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Persuading and influencing
• Deciding and initiating action
• Adapting and responding to change
• Presenting and communicating information

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Main Purpose:

To manage a store so that the brand integrity and profitability are upheld, by ensuring our discerning customers are consistently delighted. 

Line Manager: Regional Manager

Subordinates: All Flexi timers and permanent staff within the store 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• To achieve the annual sales budget through meeting and exceeding daily and monthly budgets to ensure the sustainability of the business
• To manage and control the financial aspects of running the store to ensure store profitability
• To adhere to merchandising standards in line with the brand requirements to ensure good product mix
• To ensure proper stock management and control to minimise loss and to ensure product availability
• To deliver the best customer service to ensure the best customer experience
• To build excellent relationships with all relevant service providers (internal and external)
• To manage human resources effectively by recruiting, planning and administrating payroll properly
• To inspire, motivate, develop and hold people accountable appropriately 

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ Store Management experience
• Minimum of 8 years' Retail experience 
• Experience in working in a large retail store with a turnover of more than R 20 million per annum

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12
• Tertiary Retail Qualification will be to your advantage 

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of relevant Industrial Relations (IR) Law
• To discipline staff and initiate enquiries
• Understanding of profit and loss (income) statements
• Good understanding of the retail environment and brands
• Administration and stock management
• Conflict management
• Time management
• Customer service skills
• Leadership skills 

Competencies:

• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Follow instructions and procedures
• Leading and supervising
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Adhering to principles and values
• Working with people
• Planning and organising
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Persuading and influencing
• Deciding and initiating action
• Adapting and responding to change
• Presenting and communicating information

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Main Purpose:

To manage a store so that the brand integrity and profitability are upheld, by ensuring our discerning customers are consistently delighted. 

Line Manager: Regional Manager

Subordinates: All Flexi timers and permanent staff within the store 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• To achieve the annual sales budget through meeting and exceeding daily and monthly budgets to ensure the sustainability of the business
• To manage and control the financial aspects of running the store to ensure store profitability
• To adhere to merchandising standards in line with the brand requirements to ensure good product mix
• To ensure proper stock management and control to minimise loss and to ensure product availability
• To deliver the best customer service to ensure the best customer experience
• To build excellent relationships with all relevant service providers (internal and external)
• To manage human resources effectively by recruiting, planning and administrating payroll properly
• To inspire, motivate, develop and hold people accountable appropriately 

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ Store Management experience
• Minimum of 8 years' Retail experience 
• Experience in working in a large retail store with a turnover of more than R 20 million per annum

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12
• Tertiary Retail Qualification will be to your advantage 

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of relevant Industrial Relations (IR) Law
• To discipline staff and initiate enquiries
• Understanding of profit and loss (income) statements
• Good understanding of the retail environment and brands
• Administration and stock management
• Conflict management
• Time management
• Customer service skills
• Leadership skills 

Competencies:

• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations
• Follow instructions and procedures
• Leading and supervising
• Achieving personal work goals and objectives
• Adhering to principles and values
• Working with people
• Planning and organising
• Coping with pressure and setbacks
• Persuading and influencing
• Deciding and initiating action
• Adapting and responding to change
• Presenting and communicating information

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Main Purpose:

To ensure the highest standards of customer service is delivered, responsible for assisting customers and meeting set targets. 

Line Manager: Store Manager 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Cash control

• Perform cash desk function
• Cash control and banking processes are followed daily
• 0 cash variances maintained
• Manual transactions accurately recorded 

Stock Control

• Stock management processes are followed daily
• Customer orders are followed up
• Weekly stock counts are conducted accurately
• Store room department in good condition
• Shoe pairing exercise is completed weekly 

Customer Service

• Provide excellent customer service
• Internal & external customer relationship building
• Maintain good customer relationships
• Product knowledge

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                                       

• Minimum 1 years’ retail experience 

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12 

Additional Requirements:

• Retail administration disciplines
• Stock & cash management
• Product knowledge
• Sales knowledge and selling skills
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures pertaining to the cash desk, stockroom, admin and all other relevant policies
• Numerical ability 

Competencies:

• Minimising Risk
• Meeting Deadlines
• Planning & Organising
• Thinking Analytically
• Building Relationships
• Attention to Detail
• Understanding Others
• Influencing Others

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Main Purpose:

To ensure the highest standards of customer service is delivered, responsible for assisting customers and meeting set targets. 

Line Manager: Store Manager 

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Cash control

• Perform cash desk function
• Cash control and banking processes are followed daily
• 0 cash variances maintained
• Manual transactions accurately recorded 

Stock Control

• Stock management processes are followed daily
• Customer orders are followed up
• Weekly stock counts are conducted accurately
• Store room department in good condition
• Shoe pairing exercise is completed weekly 

Customer Service

• Provide excellent customer service
• Internal & external customer relationship building
• Maintain good customer relationships
• Product knowledge

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                                       

• Minimum 1 years’ retail experience 

Qualifications:

• Complete Matric/Grade 12 

Additional Requirements:

• Retail administration disciplines
• Stock & cash management
• Product knowledge
• Sales knowledge and selling skills
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures pertaining to the cash desk, stockroom, admin and all other relevant policies
• Numerical ability 

Competencies:

• Minimising Risk
• Meeting Deadlines
• Planning & Organising
• Thinking Analytically
• Building Relationships
• Attention to Detail
• Understanding Others
• Influencing Others

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NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.

An opportunity has become available for an experienced FINANCE MANAGER reporting directly to the Operations Executive of Coffee & Creamer and dotted line to the Commercial Executive. The incumbent is expected to have an affinity for operational and commercial issues and be able to interact effectively with a diverse range of people across various functions. The role will be based at the Isando factory                                                                 

Line Manager: Operations Executive

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Financial Controls

• Manage and monitor company accounting procedures and policies, and internal controls, according to internal standards.
• Implement and communicate Corporate Governance charter / sound accounting practices to management on site.
• Consolidate budgets, plans and forecasts for site with adherence to strict deadlines.
• Manage expenditure in relation to approved budgets.
• Analyse and report to local management and head office all operational variances from budget on expenditure items also highlighting priorities to support improvement.
• Monthly maintenance of general ledger, and authorise timeous adjustments wherever necessary.
• Address any queries with accounts payable on request.
• Ensure month end procedures are adhered to according to predetermined deadlines.
• Working capital management and reporting.
• Review of IT authorisation / access controls and release strategies.
• Assist with completion of annual insurance declaration.
   

Financial Reporting

• Prepare detailed and insightful monthly management accounts covering the performance of the factory. This will include providing monthly feedback to Exec’s in the factory operational review.
• Report on Income Statement variances and provide necessary commentary.
• Review General Ledger transactions and report on budget vs. actual.
• Report on irregular variances that have been investigated.
• Report on site performance measurements.
• Provide financial input on Ad hoc project work and, where applicable, take ownership of delivery of project

Asset Management

• Monthly maintenance, verification and reporting on fixed asset register.
• Prepare, submit and track Capex workflows for the acquisition, transfer or disposal of fixed assets.
• Conduct regular audits on fixed assets to ensure accuracy of fixed assets register.

Capital Expenditure

• Assist with compilation of the annual Capital Budget.
• Oversee the authorisation and financial aspects of the acquisition of fixed assets.
• Account for any over expenditure on acquisitions.
• Process workflows for the updating of fixed assets register.
• Preparation, assistance and review of EVA (Economic Value Added) Capital Expenditure Proposals.
• Post Capex Evaluations.

Audits

• Handle internal & external audits.
• Recommend and implement corrective action. 

Activity-based and Product Costing

• Review accuracy of the bill of material on SAP.
• Ensure all BOM’s are current.
• Financial integrity of the bill of material.
• Maintain & update monthly standard cost sets.
• Generate budget and forecast cost sets.
• Generate ABC models on SAP for budgets & forecasts.
• Active participation in NPD forums,
• Formulate SCE’s in full based on NPD requirements

People / Quality Management

• Recruit and retain appropriate quality staff.
• Create an environment which is conducive to learning and development (on-the-job learning)
• Manage performance feedback process in accordance with set goals.
• Create a team culture of commitment and delivery against predetermined objectives, values and business requirements.
• Create and maintain a culture of accountability and responsibility.
• Participate in maintaining the QMS programme (ISO9001, HACCP, Environmental management)

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• At least 10 years' Accounting or Financial Management experience (of which a minimum of 5 years at a Management level) gained within a FMCG or Manufacturing environment.

Qualifications:

• Completed relevant qualification Cost & Management Accounting, Financial Accounting or similar 
• CIMA Added Advantage 

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in COSTING, BILL OF MATERIALS and administration, financial management and accounting in a manufacturing / factory environment.
• Excellent understanding of standard costing principles.
• Advanced computer literacy and knowledge of MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint and an integrated accounting system.
• SAP experience not negotiable.
• Project management experience.
• A good understanding of the ABC costing methodology.
• It is expected that the incumbent will have an affinity for factory operational issues and be able to interact effectively with a diverse range of people across functions.

Competencies:

• Thinking Analytically
• Interpreting Data
• Challenging Views
• Meeting Deadlines
• Attention to Detail
• Minimising Risk
• Planning & Organising
• Taking Initiative

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Planning/ scheduling and master data

• Stock build required components prior to packing.
• Sequence production according to demand.
• Track factory performance daily using Shop-ware MIS.
• Work with raw & packaging buyers and stores to ensure sufficient material.
• Calculate weekly production requirements based on stock holding and sales demands by using the Distribution Requirements Planning & Materials Requirements Planning Reports.
• Analyse capacity constraints of all operating plants and throughputs quarterly.
• Optimize the master Production Schedule to attain the most cost effective manufacturing runs i.e. sequential & back to back production.
• Planned repetitive scheduling & maintenance.
• Prepare draft production plan and firm up post Planning Meeting sign off with Manufacturing.
• Plan trial & maintenance requests at weekly planning meeting. Interface between Central Planning, Central procurement & Factory Management.
• Revise the production plan when necessary due to lack of materials or lack of capacity/breakdowns.
• Monitor achievement of production plan.
• Plan components i.e. Choice, promotional seasonal.
• Plan export orders.

Labour Utilization

• Plan to standard throughputs & labour standards (planning master)
• Determine manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
• Assign workers and other staff to particular production operations
• Schedule shift according to production needs
• Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget

Inventory Management

• Weekly cycle counting and inventory management.
• Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.
• Ensuring there is sufficient finished goods stock to fulfill orders, and reorder levels are maintained
• Advising raw materials of any exceptions that may be necessary for new products or changes of products
• Place orders with direct suppliers and manage stock levels accordingly
• Assisting with utilization budget process
• Ensuring planning procedures are reviewed and updated regularly.
• Maintaining and striking a strategic balance between material availability and production plan changes.

Work in Progress management

• Keep WIP to bare minimum using Shopware Kanban
• Focus attention on potential bottlenecks in factory to ensure optimum plant efficiency.
• Liaise with Stores & Distribution regarding service efficiencies
• Working closely with Central planning to optimize the master Production Schedule to attain the most cost effective manufacturing runs i.e. sequential & back to back production

Allergen Control

• Optimal planning sequencing of allergens.
• Collaborate with quality control, warehouse and other staff to ensure policy adherence
• Holding of weekly planning meeting to obtain site information (trials, engineering maintenance downtime, allergen management, deep cleaning etc.) to incorporate into weekly production plan.
• Overseeing of responsibilities in factory warehouse and assist where needed. (Including Chep Portfolio, Stock Transport Orders and Warehouse Team performance).

Reporting and compliance

• Attend and report back on production at the daily production meetings (MDT).
• Call basic conflicts of demand and capacity to the attention of management who need to participate in resolving the problems.
• Liaise with Head Office logistics.
• Prepare and submit status and performance reports, daily, weekly and monthly
• Keep paperwork organized
• Advising on any machine (capacity) requirements for future
• Monitor daily sales reports Update actual vs planned daily and analyse variances (non-adherence to plan) and discuss with production managers in daily production meetings.
• Report potential risks back to Logistics manager and Central planning
• Compiling of Weekly report (production delivery of previous week) and following up on planning targets not met.
• Ensuring production plan is in accordance with specified products to comply with finished goods service level agreements.
• Ensuring timeous escalation of finished goods service level queries and engage relevant parties at head office.
• Timeously communicate and negotiate production plan changes as and when it happens with relevant parties.
• Managing all relevant issues assigned to you proactively including after-hours assistance with month end processes.
• Ensuring timeous scheduling of a production plan to satisfy demand (in SAP, Shopware and Excel).

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 3-5 years’ work experience in an FMCG Industry.
• 3 - 5 years’ work experience in a production planning position

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 with a Tertiary qualification in planning & inventory management.
• National Diploma in Production Management/Logistics or relevant qualification.

Additional Requirements:

• Adhoc overtime work
• Attendance at monthly stock takes

Competencies:

• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.
• Building relationships and networking
• Able to function in cross teams.
• Problem-solving
• Planning and organising
• Time management
• Minimising risk

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Manufacturing Capability Program
• Factory Optimization and Improvement
• Resource verification against operational requirements
• Throughput / Design speed analysis
• Production line design and Capex justification
• NDP Packaging supply and handling
• Facilitate and co-ordinate problem-solving workgroups

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 8 to 10 years’ experience within a Manufacturing/FMCG environment
• At least 5 years of relevant experience gained in a similar role

Qualifications:

• BEng of BSc Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Project Management certification
• Six sigma black belt (advantageous)

Additional Requirements:

• Competency in the computerized maintenance management systems (Shopware, Pragma, SAP, etc.)
• AutoCAD system knowledge
• In-depth knowledge of FMCG plant equipment i.e. Processing and Packaging equipment

Competencies:

• Thinking analytically
• Interpreting data
• Continuously improving
• Making decisions
• Staying composed
• Meeting deadlines
• Planning and organizing
• Maintaining productivity

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Work with stores team supervisors to ensure sufficient material availability
• Ensure live recording of incoming material and issues, transfers and returns
• Ensure adherence to SOP’s for effective storage control (including review and update of existing SOP’s)
• Manage stock accuracy through daily cycle counts
• Stock count report and variance analysis
• Monthly Stock count report and age analysis report
• Implement and maintain proper stock rotation
• Allergen management and control in storage
• Minimize stock write-offs and obtain approval for obsolete items
• Ensure clear and effective communication to buyers on materials
• Identify training requirements within the stores
• Frequently analyse capacity constraints of all stores operations
• Establish a firm interface between stores and processing/production
• Attend and report back on material constraints at the daily MDWT Level 2 meeting
• Focus attention on potential bottlenecks in stores to ensure optimum space efficiency
• Forklifts and Forklift driver management
• Ensure that health and safety policies and procedures are adhere to
• Management of timesheets, absenteeism and temp labour requirements
• Submit weekly summary to the Logistics manager of damages in stores
• Attendance of weekly production planning meeting in order to arrange labour requirements accordingly

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• At least 3 years' experience in a Factory Logistics Coordinator or Distribution Center Supervisor role, specifically gained within a manufacturing or FMCG environment;
• REQUIRED TO WORK SHIFTS

Qualifications:

• A completed tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Warehousing required

Additional Requirements:

• SAP experience essential
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel)
• Proven experience of supervising people and performance
• Exposure to Industrial Relations (managing poor performance, disciplinary hearings)
• Knowledge of Inventory Management Processes and Systems

Competencies:

• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Planning and Organising
• Adapting and Responding to Change
• Coping With Pressures and Setbacks
• Relating and Networking

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Quality In-Service Trainee - Rosslyn

AVI Limited

Akasia, Gauteng

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Posted 01 September 2023 - Closing Date 15 September 2023

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Minimum experienceInternship

Company primary industryFood and Beverages

Job functional areaQuality Assurance

Contract term12 months

Job Description

AVI Ltd. is known for its leading household brands across many categories including hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits and snacks, frozen convenience foods, personal care products, cosmetics, shoes, accessories, and fashion apparel.

NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world-class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.

An opportunity has become available for Quality In-Service Trainees based at the following National Brands factory sites namely; x2 Westmead Biscuit Factory, 2 Durban Tea Factory, x4 Rosslyn Snacks Factory, x2 Isando Coffee & Creamer factory and x2 Isando Biscuits factory reporting to the Quality Managers.  This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

Experiential Learning will be acquired through exposure to Food Safety, in-process Quality, incoming laboratory samples and Quality Systems.

Why our In-Service Trainees choose AVI

• Real exposure and practical learning in actual working environments
• Encouraged to be involved and think of alternative solutions to genuine business issues
• Constant mentorship, guidance and support
• Offered meaningful work and opportunities to contribute
• Held accountable for quality and delivery

What you will need to be considered:

Qualifications:

• A 2-year Food Technology Diploma and only requiring the 1-year in-service training to complete studies

Additional Requirements:

• Computer literacy
• Able to work irregular hours
• Leadership skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently
• Initiative

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Safety & Health

• Site compliance to OHS Act and other relevant regulations and legislation, including Legal appointments, SHE committee, Permits, etc.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage programmes to reduce risks to acceptable levels
• Implement behaviour-based safety programme
• Visible safety leadership, including; red-tagging, housekeeping, signage update programmes
• Report on and investigate all incidents and near misses
• Maintain ISO 45001 & ISO 14001 integrated management system accreditation, and continuously improve
• Contractor management including induction, 37(2) Mandatory Agreements and COID Registration Control
• Occupational Hygiene Survey coordination and management of an improvement action plan
• Leading 5S housekeeping improvement
• Conduct internal compliance and safety audits, report on findings and manage issue log through to completion
• Monitor and manage the cost of PPE
• Conduct or organise relevant health and safety training for staff as required, including; first aid and fire fighting
• Advise the 16(2) and GMR 2(1) responsible people on all SHE issues
• Site contact person to liaise with DOL and municipality where required
• Keep up to date with changes in current legislation and implement such changes where relevant
• Participate in plant SHE cross-audits within NBL
• Monitor & ensure compliance of the Occupational Health Clinic, and report on monthly statistics
• Manage any occupational health risks and reports as required
• Identify trends and risks relating to health
• Weekly & monthly reporting

Environment and Waste Management

• List and manage aspect and impacts relating to environmental requirements
• Manage waste management contractor and report on the performance
• Manage effluent treatment plant contractor and report on the performance
• Implement practices to reduce total waste to landfill and improve site sustainability practices
• Manage and report on water and energy usage and implement improvement plans
• Manage environmental systems and legislation
• Weekly & monthly reporting

Fire and Security Risk

• Fire and Emergency response protocol and emergency preparedness of site
• Conduct fire drills
• Fire equipment audits, inspections and tests
• Co-ordinate with group risk advisory (AVI and Marsh) and facilitate audits
• Achieve & maintain site ASIB certification
• Improve practices and system to improve Marsh risk audit scoring
• Responsibility for access control system
• Drive loss prevention and risk reduction programmes at the site
• Monitor and manage the security contractor
• Manage the CCTV system and interactions with ITSS to ensure continued operation of the surveillance system

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a SHE Manager or OHS Manager role gained in FMCG or Manufacturing
• Ability to manage a team – the position has two direct reports.

Qualifications:

• A completed tertiary qualification in Occupational Health and Safety / Health, Safety and Environmental Management (NDip / BTech / BSc) 

Additional Requirements:

• ISO 18000 (45000) and ISO 14000 auditor status
• Formal training and auditor status in an integrated Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) programme (e.g. ISO 45000)
• Specialist knowledge and practical application of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act

Competencies:

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Leading and Supervising
• Relating and Networking
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Coping With Pressures and Setbacks

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Quality In-Service Trainee - Rosslyn

AVI Limited

Akasia, Gauteng

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Posted 01 September 2023 - Closing Date 15 September 2023

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Minimum experienceInternship

Company primary industryFood and Beverages

Job functional areaQuality Assurance

Contract term12 months

Job Description

AVI Ltd. is known for its leading household brands across many categories including hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits and snacks, frozen convenience foods, personal care products, cosmetics, shoes, accessories, and fashion apparel.

NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world-class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.

An opportunity has become available for Quality In-Service Trainees based at the following National Brands factory sites namely; x2 Westmead Biscuit Factory, 2 Durban Tea Factory, x4 Rosslyn Snacks Factory, x2 Isando Coffee & Creamer factory and x2 Isando Biscuits factory reporting to the Quality Managers.  This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

Experiential Learning will be acquired through exposure to Food Safety, in-process Quality, incoming laboratory samples and Quality Systems.

Why our In-Service Trainees choose AVI

• Real exposure and practical learning in actual working environments
• Encouraged to be involved and think of alternative solutions to genuine business issues
• Constant mentorship, guidance and support
• Offered meaningful work and opportunities to contribute
• Held accountable for quality and delivery

What you will need to be considered:

Qualifications:

• A 2-year Food Technology Diploma and only requiring the 1-year in-service training to complete studies

Additional Requirements:

• Computer literacy
• Able to work irregular hours
• Leadership skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently
• Initiative

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Quality In-Service Trainee - Rosslyn

AVI Limited

Akasia, Gauteng

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Posted 01 September 2023 - Closing Date 15 September 2023

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Job Details

Minimum experienceInternship

Company primary industryFood and Beverages

Job functional areaQuality Assurance

Contract term12 months

Job Description

AVI Ltd. is known for its leading household brands across many categories including hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits and snacks, frozen convenience foods, personal care products, cosmetics, shoes, accessories, and fashion apparel.

NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED operates 5 manufacturing sites, offering world-class manufacturing facilities in Isando (Johannesburg), Rosslyn (Pretoria), Westmead and Durban (KZN). It is home to some of the best-known South African tea, coffee and creamer brands, including our delicious range of much-loved savoury and sweet biscuits, and our melt-in-your-mouth snack range.

An opportunity has become available for Quality In-Service Trainees based at the following National Brands factory sites namely; x2 Westmead Biscuit Factory, 2 Durban Tea Factory, x4 Rosslyn Snacks Factory, x2 Isando Coffee & Creamer factory and x2 Isando Biscuits factory reporting to the Quality Managers.  This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

Experiential Learning will be acquired through exposure to Food Safety, in-process Quality, incoming laboratory samples and Quality Systems.

Why our In-Service Trainees choose AVI

• Real exposure and practical learning in actual working environments
• Encouraged to be involved and think of alternative solutions to genuine business issues
• Constant mentorship, guidance and support
• Offered meaningful work and opportunities to contribute
• Held accountable for quality and delivery

What you will need to be considered:

Qualifications:

• A 2-year Food Technology Diploma and only requiring the 1-year in-service training to complete studies

Additional Requirements:

• Computer literacy
• Able to work irregular hours
• Leadership skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate independently
• Initiative

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Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create comprehensive electrical system designs for manufacturing facilities.
• Develop and integrate electrical solutions that align with manufacturing process requirements, ensuring safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Utilize CAD software and simulation tools for detailed electrical designs in various manufacturing projects.

Electrical System Analysis:

• Conduct in-depth analyses of electrical systems and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards, efficiency targets, and manufacturing regulations.
• Evaluate load capacities, power distribution, electrical controls, and adherence to local and national electrical codes.
• Identify opportunities for improvement to enhance the reliability and performance of electrical systems.

Equipment Selection and Procurement:

• Collaborate with procurement teams to select appropriate electrical equipment, components, and materials for the manufacturing process.
• Evaluate supplier offerings, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effectiveness and reliability in equipment procurement.

Installation and Commissioning:

• Oversee the installation and commissioning of electrical systems and machinery on the manufacturing floor.
• Work closely with contractors, maintenance teams, and operations personnel to ensure proper setup and functionality of electrical equipment.
• Perform functional tests and inspections during commissioning to verify the safety and efficiency of the systems.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance:

• Rapidly respond to electrical system breakdowns and malfunctions, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to minimize production downtime.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and reliability of electrical systems and equipment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools and condition monitoring techniques for predictive maintenance.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analysis.

Process Optimization:

• Continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and increase productivity.
• Implement automation solutions, such as PLC systems and SCADA systems, to streamline manufacturing operations.
• Explore energy-efficient technologies to reduce power consumption and production costs.

Generator Cluster Oversight:

• Monitor the operation and performance of the generator cluster within the manufacturing facility.
• Conduct regular inspections of the generator components, identifying signs of wear or potential issues.
• Optimize fuel efficiency and ensure backup power readiness.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose generator malfunctions.
• Coordinate with external service providers for inspections, repairs, and technical support.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all electrical systems and equipment meet quality and safety standards, complying with industry regulations and best practices.
• Perform regular safety audits, risk assessments, and inspections.
• Provide clear guidance on relevant specifications and standards.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain detailed documentation of electrical designs, modifications, maintenance records, and project progress.
• Prepare regular reports for management, highlighting key performance indicators and recommending improvements.

SHE Performance and Compliance:

• Foster an interdependent safety culture within the manufacturing environment.
• Ensure compliance with legal, safety, and operational reliability requirements.

Training and Support:

• Provide training and support to production personnel on the proper use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment.

Additional Responsibilities:

•  Environmental Sustainability: - Contribute to initiatives aimed at reducing the facility's environmental footprint, such as proposing and implementing energy-saving measures and exploring eco-friendly technologies.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in electrical engineering within a manufacturing environment preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, and control systems.
• Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and safety standards.
• Proficiency in CAD software and other relevant electrical engineering tools.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure to resolve production issues quickly.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Registered PR ENG with ECSA 

Competencies:

• Technical expertise in electrical network analysis, switchgear, transformers, power electronics, and relevant equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of compliance, continuous process improvement, and critical reasoning.
• Project management skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to personal growth and development.
• Ability to build partnerships and foster a safety-conscious culture.

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Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

HR Financial Functions:

• Group payroll reconciliation and payment preparation including Exco sign off
• Compiling HR clearing accounts reconciliation
• Analyse Leave pay & annual bonus summaries and ensure accurate accounting thereof
• Staff debtors & Bursaries management
• Process journal entries on a monthly basis
• Analyse Group HR overheads on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy and completeness of reporting and providing correcting entries where necessary.
• Liaise with the HR business partners in all I&J business units as well as AVI Payroll regarding any issues identified within reporting.

General Ledger Functions:

• Review of cost center postings and allocating expenses to their correct cost center on a monthly basis
• Preparing Foreign travel schedule monthly for provisional tax comps
• Processing journal entries to account for cell phone expenses and cross charges between entities
• Ensuring process compliance when analysing reconciliations
• Processing staff claims and reimbursements
• Assisting with the administration of budgets and forecasts and capturing figures on SAP

Reporting:

• Assist with month end reporting and processing related entries thereof before month end close

Qualifications:

• Matric
• Bcom degree or similar
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role

Experience:

• Good Accounting skills: throrough understanding
• Computer Literacy: excel, word, SAP
• Working knowledge of SAP advantageous

COMPETENCIES

• Attention to detail
• Good analytical and numeric skills
• strong reconciliation ability
• initiative
• Good communication skills
• good Excel skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Assertiveness

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Key Performance Areas:

Administration of the AVI Community Trust

• Scheduling of Trustee Meetings
• Preparation of the packs for Trustee meetings
• Compilation of minutes and agendas
• Oversight of the financial reporting and liaison with Finance Shared Services
• Administer all payments including correspondence
• Assist with the annual financial audit
• Ensure compliance with governance requirements by potential and existing beneficiaries
• Manage all requests for funding
• Ensure the keeping of full and proper records in respect of all Trust activities and beneficiaries
• Draft reports as required

Monitoring and Evaluation of Community Social Investment projects

• Ensure proper due diligence is completed for all new beneficiaries
• Conduct regular site visits to beneficiaries
• Manage and co-ordinate monitoring and evaluation of material projects
• Ensure full and proper partnering with beneficiaries

Management of the Employee Volunteer Programme (EVP)

• Annually plan and implement the EVP programmes for AVI businesses
• Implementation of the communication plan for the EVP
• Record and report back on the activities and outcomes of the EVP 

Enterprise and Supplier Development

• Engage with and support AVI BU’s to develop and execute comprehensive plans to grow levels of supply from black-owned and black women-owned QSE’s and EME’s, while managing risk and ensuring commercial benefit to AVI.
• Ensure shorter payment periods are appropriately managed with targeted suppliers and all required documentation is completed and retained for verification purposes.
• Have a thorough understanding of the ESD components of the BBBEE codes of good practice and ensure recognition of all existing ESD initiatives through identification, tracking and proper record keeping for audit purposes.
• Manage relationships and service delivery of BBBEE partners, e.g. B1SA and Inyosi Capital, including the coordination of their activities within the AVI group.
• Conduct an annual review of the AVI Group’s localisation plan and recommend updates, if required.
• Identify and research potential supply localisation opportunities for the AVI Group CPO’s review and approval 

Reporting, monitoring and Audits

• Monitor and report on ESD progress, as per BBBEE audit requirements.
• Ensure that ESD initiatives are clearly documented and signed off by all relevant parties, including supplier beneficiaries, for verification purposes.
• Guide and assist BU’s with the collation of relevant verification documentation and ensure adherence to all requirements for interim reviews and annual rating processes for ESD.
• Insert accurate ESD information into the AVI Group’s BBBEE reporting system, Mpowered, for collation and completion of the overall BBBEE scorecard at half-year and year-end.
• Provide support on ESD reporting components for the annual and half-year BBBEE audits. 

Collaboration with and management of third party providers and relevant external stakeholders

• Maintain good working relationships with AVI’s BBBEE verification agents, Preferential Procurement service providers and other external partners, as required.
• Review and distribute ESD-related audit reports to AVI subsidiaries and assist with interpretation and remedial action plans.
• Check draft verification reports for all BU’s to ensure the accuracy thereof and that all related activities, or interventions, are properly captured and recognised.
• Participate in any relevant industry forums to ensure AVI is up to date with latest BBBEE, and related, developments.
• Build relationships with the DTI, and any other relevant stakeholders, to ensure support for AVI’s best interests.
• Participate in AVI internal forums and meetings as a subject matter expert on ESD.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 5 - 10 years' experience, gained in a similar role, and at least five years' experience working in a corporate environment

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma
• BEE MDP preferred qualification

Additional Requirements:

• Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act and Codes
• Community social investment trusts or similar entities
• Financial understanding for the purposes of understanding the financials of the CSI Trust
• Non-governmental organisations
• Project management skills
• Review multiple data sources and make good assessments and
• Recommendations
• Business acumen and commercially astute
• Sound judgment - able to review multiple data sources and make good assessments and recommendations
• Experience in procurement processes
• Advanced proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft Office

Competencies:

• Excellent administration and management skills and the ability to cogently share information
• On-going development and application of appropriate technical expertise
• Ability to build, maintain and use key internal and external relationships
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work with a large and diverse range of persons
• Excellent composure and resilience, particularly when under pressure
• Ability to take the initiative and achieve results
• Manage and share information
• Develop and apply technical expertise
• Plan ahead
• Build and use key relationships
• Impact and influence others
• Remain composed and resilient
• Uphold standards and ethics
• Initiate and achieve results

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Job Specification:

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

 Technical Operational planning and execution

• Workload plan is agreed with sales to schedule Technical resource - at least a forward look at 2 weeks
• Daily scheduling of workload to road and workshop technicians
• Effectively track technician time spent on scheduled tasks and communicate any concerns, delays or deviations to the manager
• Keep both internal and external customers informed of any plan delays or deviations
• Understand and analyse technical cost drivers
• Daily technical team schedule is published and maintained
• Planned scheduled is adhered to by technical resource
• Effective communication with customers and provide feedback
• Ensure Technical team is kept informed of any planned changes or necessary information
• Track daily workshop and road techie progress via ESO dashboard

Effective communication and reporting

• Timely attend to all workflow submissions for the Eastern Cape and ensure no ageing
• Relevant business information and reports submitted on time
• Customer repair quotations submitted, tracked and follow up with customers
• Minutes for technical meetings taken and distributed
• Maintain outright sales report from sap
• Publish daily tracker of repair progress and planned repairs
• Effective communication with the Planning and Deployment coordinator based in Johannesburg
• Ensure Install base is kept up to date
• Maintain the Eastern Cape demo account
• Run reports on outstanding Quotations and follow up with customers timely
• Ensure aged workflow request are escalated to management
• Provide management with relevant business information and reports to make an informed technical decision
• Follow up on outstanding customer quotations
• Regular departmental meetings is schedule and minutes taken to ensure service delivery and technical excellence
• Publish reports on time
• All spares shortages and equipment requirements need to be direct with Urgency to the Planning and Deployment Coordinator
• Implement reporting system on demo accounts and liaise with Sales team

Inventory management and sourcing of equipment and spares

• Review spares replenishment report, weekly
• Track out of stock spares requested by the region and order from JHB
• Track spares delivery dates
• Receipt spares and equipment into stock on SAP Source new and asset equipment as per workflow reports
• Maintain asset equipment park at technical in SAP
• Participate in the weekly cycle counts and full stock counts in technical.
• Request adhoc spare requirements outside of the weekly spares MRP replenishment report.
• Ensure that correct spares are ordered timeously and sufficient stock of spares is available
• Assist with stock take process is managed and administered
• Assist with investigation of inventory and boot stock discrepancies
• Manage and implement better controls on equipment request from consultants
• Monitor outstanding equipment schedules
• Flag high spare/critical spare usage to investigate root cause of usage

System maintenance and compliance

• Assist with fielding customer calls and creating Job card in SAP
• Initiate Spares billing for payable job cards
• Manage and administer the Workflow request for Eastern Cape
• SAP maintenance (GIT, Service notifications, purchase requisitions and PO's, STO for technical, install base)
• Ensure job cards is logged accurately and closed timely within SAP
• Correct billing is processed on time
• Ensure scanned is scanned onto SAP
• Track and monitor all workflow requests
• Ensure monthly reconciliation is completed on the install base and rentals loaded and run on time
• Ensure SAP is maintained for Eastern Cape and all old and past due transactions is closed or deleted
• Create purchase requisitions for non-production and production spend

Health and Safety in place

• Ensure health and safety procedures implemented
• Monthly H&S meeting attended
• Fulfil H&S appointed roles as required by Ciro
• Promote Safety, Health and Environmental awareness, responsibility and accountability amongst employees, suppliers, clients and other stakeholders under our influence
• Evacuation team register
• Ensure safety training and organizing/filling administration is up to date
• Update H&S folder minutes with regard to technical department
• All related H&S inspection sheets is completed
• Document and file monthly H&S meeting minutes and follow up on findings
• Develop safe working habits and to eliminate dangerous situations
• Evacuation team register is updated with new appointment and maintained

EXPERIENCE:

• 4 years within a Technical Environment
• 2 years within the Supply Chain function
• 2 years within the Coffee industry (advantageous)
• 2 years of Customer Service Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Supply Chain Degree / Diploma
• Grade 12

KNOWLEDGE:

• Technical knowledge of Coffee equipment and spares
• Inventory management
• Sound mathematical abilities
• MS Office (Excel essential)
• SAP Experience (Essential)

COMPETENCIES:

• Documenting Facts
• Thinking Rationally
• Working together
• Meeting Deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Minimizing risk
• Planning & Organising
• Keeping Commitments

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Key Performance Areas:

Finance Administration:

• Provide support to the Finance Team
• Calculation, allocation, reconciliation and processing of trading terms provisions and payments
• Master Data maintenance together with Finance Shared Services Master Data team
• SAP GRC compilation of reports and sample selection
• Negative Gross Margin reports and investigation
• COS and Margin checks
• Trial Balance generation and analyses
• Creation of Purchase Requisitions and Orders
• Compile monthly journals for rebates and co-op timeously and accurately
• Export trading terms forecasting
• Prepare journals for monthly expenses
• Prepare, analyse and upload files for planning cycles including reviewing of pricing for planning cycles
• Input and upload final profit adjustments based on Exec review
• Provide support on ad hoc requests for planning and reporting
• Provide standing support when required

Sales Analysis:

• Execution of daily, weekly and monthly sales reports
• Create ad hoc sales reporting as required by Executives and General Managers
• Create and update accurate product sales trackers
• Create and update accurate customer sales analyses
• Ad hoc preparation of presentations and reports
• Update and maintain new sales reporting for sales teams
• Reporting checks to Income Statements
• Provide training and assistance to subsidiaries on SQL

Price Management Process:

• Ensure the accuracy and execution of the price management process from plan to implementation for AVI International. This will include at least processing of discount adjustments, SAP condition changes, managing price lists, managing price increases
• Maintain the central pricing system, customer pricing and discounts
• Analyse pricing discrepancies
• Maintain transfer pricing for subsidiaries
• Maintain Master Data and customer hierarchy on SAP
• Competencies Applying Expertise and Technology
• Analysing
• Relating and Networking
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 2 – 3 years experience in Data or Financial Reporting, Reconciliation, General Ledger and Journal entries
• 2 – 3 years experience as a Finance Analyst / FP& A / Financial Controller OR Accountant
• Excel Advanced level
• SQL

Qualifications:

• A completed commercial degree in (Accounting, Financial Management, Business Management)

Additional Requirements:

• SAP
• Smart View( Essbase) added an advantage

Competencies:

• Thinking Analytically
• Continuously Improving
• Building Relationships
• Articulation Information
• Embracing Change
• Working Together
• Meeting Deadlines