Current Vacancies at The Heineken Company

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

• Administrative & Reception duties
• Creating of Coupa & SAP purchase requisitions & orders
• Processing of SAP invoices - local & forex
• Manage travel arrangements - Domestic & International travel and travel insurance
• Ordering of office supplies for department
• Arrange meetings, functions/events, catering when required
• Ordering of promotional liquor
• Assist with ICC reporting
• Create, cost & invoicing of Works orders

The successful candidate must preferably have the following knowledge/experience and qualification:

• Matric 
• Minimum of 5 year’s experience in an administrative environment
• Excellent written & oral communication skills in English
• Proven computer literacy in Microsoft Office
• Competent in SAP and Coupa
• An aptitude for administrative duties and attention to detail is essential
• Ability to work independently
• Develop & maintain good relationship with Hive Shared services, Accounts Payable & Treasury
• An energetic and proactive team player
• Willingness to participate in- and learn other team activities

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

• Compile accurate detail drawings of machine parts according engineering standards for manufacturing purposes.
• Designing of machines & machine components as required
• Writing of CNC programs to manufacture parts from detail drawings.
• Responsible for housekeeping in Drawing Office and maintaining of drawing database.
• Communication with CNC machine operators to ensure parts are manufactured according to specified tolerances & standards.
• Measuring of machines and installations at all Distell depots for layout drawing purposes

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Minimum N4 mechanical qualification
• Minimum of 5 years in mechanical engineering environment (Workshop, drawing office, etc)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in CAD designing (Knowledge of Solid Works will be advantageous)
• Minimum of 1-year three-Dimensional drawing/designing experience
• CNC programming knowledge will be advantageous.
• Good computer literacy (MS office, etc.)
• Good knowledge of mechanical engineering standards & practices
• Experience in material handling processes (Anodising, Hardening, etc.)
• Sound written & verbal communication skills (E &A)
• Willingness to work outside of normal working hours.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Work under pressure
• Willingness to travel

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Purpose of the job

Facilitation and coordination of the Heineken functional/technical capability program at site level in cooperation with central TPM specialists and L&D department. The role is responsible for presenting course material to trainees and conducting competency assessments; as well as the co-ordination and development of training programmes impacting site operational performance and linked to key strategic priorities.
The role further assists the TPM specialist with the facilitation and co-ordination of the Heineken TPM program at site level.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of Supply Chain TPM & Capability Development programme at plant level:
• Coordinate the execution of the Supply Chain Technical Training & Capability Development strategy at plant level.
• Facilitation of Supply Chain Technical competencies and Functional Competencies (CAD).
• Assess trained competencies.
• Assist in development of training material and programmes.
• Perform administration functions related to training programmes (maintenance of training systems, creation of schedule offerings, procurement processes, training KPI’s etc)
• Facilitate the use of TPM routes and improvement methodologies.
• Provide technical knowledge to breakdown, minor stop and quality defect analysis at Pillar level
• Support audits on TPM processes and procedures including APM and improvement teams (Kaizens).
• Apply 5S and loss reduction principles in daily work, set the example for the site.
• Support the roll-out and execution of digital tools related to Connected Worker and Smart Brewery use cases.

Promote alignment between pillars:

• Participate as a key member in pillars as required and effectively support all pillars with TPM route and tools implementation.
• Support the alignment and collaboration between pillars to attack losses related to priority KPI’s.
• Facilitate deployments to address man/method related losses through Competency Gap Reduction teams or specific training needs.

Facilitate Improvement activities and TPM Fundamentals:

• Be an active facilitator in improvement activities and UPS methodology.
• Assist in ensuring effective application of TPM tools and techniques through effective coaching and training programs.
• Assist in ensuring team champions focus on eliminating root causes on a failure mode level for effective loss eradication (zero loss mindset).
• Support the team’s management process for all pillars.

Governance & Strategic Support:

• Procurement governance and training administration functions
• Capability reporting, tracking and compliance
• Support TPM reporting, audits (internal and external), tracking and compliance.
• Active participation and contribution to OPCO TPM and POD communities

Job Requirements

Education

• N.Diploma or B.Tech in Quality, Engineering or Supply Chain or Management fie
• Accredited Assessor

Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience working in teams and working within a manufacturing operational environment.
• 3-5 years’ experience in Operations, Continuous Improvement, Quality or Supply Chain management experience required.
• 1+ years strong practical experience with TPM implementation or other related World Class Manufacturing or Operational Excellence programs.
• Experience in executing Learning & Development programs within a Supply Chain environment.
• Experience in project management
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Technical and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills (UPS methodology, 5Why, Fishbone).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

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KEY RESULT AREAS

• Drive market share 
• Drive and maintain Accessibility, Availability and Activation and Affordability for customers
• Drive Recommended Selling Price (RSP) 
• Brand portfolio approach across all categories Beer, Wine, Spirits and RTD
• Drive price-driven promotions and power pack compliance agreements with customers
• Build partnerships with customers
• Maintain call strike rate
• Drive continuous improvement and implement business improvement initiatives
• Take responsibility for own development and contribute to team effectiveness by displaying HEINEKEN Behaviours

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification (Diploma / Degree)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• 2-3 years of FMCG or relevant experience
•  A valid drivers license - Code 08 without endorsements with at least 2 years driving experience
• Weekend work and promotions
• Persuasive selling skills & negotiation 
• Sales Commercial Insights: Awareness and understanding of the implications of fundamental commercial implications on day-to-day decisions
• Sales process management :Understand the primary key drivers of sales in different channels
• Sales Product Knowledge: Product relevance by channel, cluster and tier understood and applied
• Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth 
• Sales Technology Application: Demonstrate an understanding of how technology works within the sales process

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Operation of the following processes:

• Filling and date coding
• Sealing
• Packing and Unpacking
• Labelling
• First line maintenance
• Perform problem solving using problem solving techniques and methods
• Applying health and safety regulations
• Quality control of all above mentioned processes
• Asset management

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Minimum qualification of Matric/Grade 12 or relevant N qualifications.
• Preference will be given to applicants with a tertiary qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
• Technical orientation and ability.
• Display a strong ability to action, initiate and focus on technical/mechanical tasks.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of safe working procedures
• Ability to work under pressure

Additional requirements

• Short listed candidates will undergo a formal assessment
• Candidates will be required to work shifts/extended hours as the need arises

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Purpose of the position:

The intention is to give practical work experience to students who are in their final year/completed their studies and require exposure in awork environment and require practical work experience to obtain their qualification. Successful interns will be expected to enter a 12-month contract commencing 01 March 2024 and terminating on 28 February 2025.

 Key Learning Areas include (but are not limited to):

• Quality Control and Assurance (Intrinsic and extrinsic control, Quality Management Systems; etc)
• Research
• Production

To qualify for selection and participation in this programme, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:

• South African Citizen
• Satisfactory academic record and in final year of obtaining relevent tertiary qualification (National Diploma in Food Technology/ Analytical Chemistry, BSc Biotechnology).
• Basic computer literacy
• Sound communication and presentation skills.
• Effective time management skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to cope with inherent physical demands of the position.
• Willing and able to work extended hours.
• Reliable transport to and from place of work.
• Must be willing, able, and committed to enter and complete 12-month internship programme.

Prospective interns must submit the following documents:

• Covering letter/ Motivational letter,
• A curriculum vitae,
• Academic record, Certified Grade 12,
• A letter from the tertiary institution, stating internship requirements and the format for evaluation,
• A format for evaluation, required by the tertiary institution,
• Certified copies of Identity Document.

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Business Partnering:

• Provide strategic HR partnership with departmental heads.
• Providing people direction to maximize performance, sound employee relations, high staff morale and devise functional strategy to unlock full potential of the talents through diversity and inclusion.
• Contribute meaningfully to drive the people agenda for the overall business success and drive optimum cost efficiencies.

Organizational Development:

• Work with the departmental heads to review fit for purpose org structures.
• Support line management with job profiles and arrange job evaluations as and when necessary.
• Facilitate rollout of functional competencies in area of responsibility.
• Train managers and employees on HEINEKEN behaviours and values.
• Assist departmental heads to interpret climate survey results and develop action plans.

Performance Management:

• Coach managers and employees on the use of the performance Management systems.
• Support line managers with calibration sessions in their areas of responsibility.
• Ensure that departments set SMART objectives in areas of responsibility.
• Prepare performance trend report and coach managers on the execution of performance improvement initiative.

Talent Management  

• Work with departmental managers to identify future talent needs and prompt the People & Organizational Development team.
• Support hiring managers to fill vacant positions by utilizing fit for purpose sourcing methods.
• Manage the recruitment process to ensure completion of recruitment activities within targeted timelines.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on employment equity targets.
• Review talent analysis report.

Employee Exit Process:

• Execute all types of employee exits.
• Conduct exit interviews where applicable.

HR Business Partnering:

• Attend departmental meetings regularly.
• Assess customer needs and recommend interventions.
• Develop sound relationships with internal customers.
• Perform ad hoc duties as required from time to time.

Employee Relations

• Manage Dispute and Grievance procedures.
• Ensure that effective IR practices are adhered to and maintained.
• Overseeing dispute resolution involving employees, management and unions.
• Ensure that robust Employee Relations policies are implemented in alignment with the Group HR strategy and business needs.
• To monitor labour legislation developments and implement appropriate strategies to ensure compliance and minimize business risk.