Fresh Vacanies at Tiger Brands

THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

• Responsible for managing all aspects of moderately complex manufacturing operations in an 8,50 tph and 31,25 tph flour Mill.
• Responsible to deliver results that meet quality, customer service, safety, innovation and cost criteria.
• Formulates or approves short- and long-term operating objectives in areas such as cost reduction, quality improvement, new product development and/or integration as undertaken at the plant level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

Asset Management :

• Achievement of overall production parameters.
• Continuous availability of equipment.
• Reduced down time due to equipment breakdown.
• Reduced milling and engineering costs.

Inventory Management :

• Finished product model stock levels maintained.
• Consumable model stock levels maintained at agreed levels.
• Vitamins and additives model stock levels maintained.
• Manufacturing losses eliminated.

Financial Management :

• Continuous Improvement.
• Zero write offs.
• Targeted production efficiencies achieved

Corporate Governance:

• Adherence to Company Policies and Procedures.
• Adds to the value of the company and is also beneficial to all stakeholders in the long term.
• Health and Safety / RISK / Environmental:
• Compliance with Statutory and Company requirements at all times. 
• Achieving targeted scores in all audits

Quality Assurance :

• Good Manufacturing Practices in place and maintained.
• Food Safety adherence.
• Compliance to Legislation.
• Consistent finished product scores.
• Decrease in Customer complaints.

Training, Staff Leadership and Teamwork:

• Improvement in plant availability and production efficiency %.
• Reduction in product deviations.
• Maintain High morale.

Operational:

• Targeted manufacturing efficiencies are achieved within prescribed quality specifications.
• Mills run at design capacity.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Key Professional Competencies

Core knowledge – Academic – Qualified Wheat miller (both preferred) – SAGMA/GMF Trade Tested, Knowledge of fumigation on grain insects and the management thereof.

Advance Milling will serve as advantage.

Leadership - Owning it!, Driving long-term results, Staying a step-ahead.

Personal Effectiveness –

• Assertive and diplomatic
• Creative and solution orientated , Self-motivated, capable of working independently and delivering on time,
• An assertive, goal oriented self-starter with good interpersonal and organizing skills, Driving long-term results, Staying a step-ahead.,
• Ability to pay attention to detail,
• Sound analytical and decision-making skills,
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Be stress tolerant
• Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous learning

Experience - Function –  5 years or more

Hours – Shifts, weekends and PH

Industry:  Wheat Milling industry

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Duties & Responsibilities:

• Copy Claim received, communication with customer and following up on outstanding requests
• Validated Claim by comparing it to invoice or POD
• RMA generated IRO query logged
• Submit scheduled lists together with approved Price Claims and relevant invoices to business administration and follow up where necessary.
• Process Credit - and Debit Notes
• Assist in generating timely, accurate and complete reports and highlight any issues and risks for the Credit Supervisors’ attention.
• Provide support to Credit Controller in terms of transactional processing
• Obtaining and correlating claims and customer allowances
• Administration of documents in terms of filing, credit note flagging and archiving
• Generating and submission of customer statements and other ad hoc requests for information / documents (pods etc.).
• Updating claims commentary on Oracle daily, ensuring completeness and accuracy of intelligence on the consolidated age analysis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Attributes and Competencies 

• Administration background
•  Communication skills
• Administration skills
•  Attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

•    Matric
•    1 year’s working experience in an office environment with emphasis on Filing, exposure to credit control and claims
•    Oracle AR Knowledge – Advantageous

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

Contract Duration: 12 Months

An opportunity to work on and support projects within Tiger Brands. This Internship role will provide you with practical experience and give you a head start and understanding on your chosen career path.

Job Location

•  Durban or Pietermaritzburg

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

You will have opportunity to be an owner every day as you:

• Support project work
• Problem-solve issues
• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Work Integrated Learning project as assigned by your Line Manager
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your career aspirations
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.
• You would have graduated with the relevant degree as per the job title

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Favorable National Diploma: (Must require P1 & P2)

• Microbiology
• Food Technology 

  Listed below are the minimum requirements that you are required to meet:

• Citizen in the country of hire
• Should be based at the city of hire.
• A relevant National Diploma qualification
• Have not worked full time (more than 1 year) in their field of study. 
• Currently in final year of the qualification
• Work authorization in the country for which application is being submitted. 

At application, please ensure that you attach the following documents:

• CV
• Matric Certificate
• ID
• Academic Transcripts
• University letter confirming P1 and P2 requirements. 

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE

You are accountable for all the selling activities across the portfolio for your assigned category and channel. In close collaboration with the Marketing, Customer and Operational teams, you need to achieve set growth targets in your channel. by turning brand strategies into commercial propositions.  You own the shopper proposition, and you use your shopper understanding to deliver coordinated, innovative, cross-functional sales value to the customer.. You will support the business in regard to Consumer pricing and promotional optimisation by using the profit waterfalls and leading pricing strategies from development, impact on financials and execution within the trade. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead the execution of a channel strategy which is aligned to marketing (ATL & BTL), customer and business activities.
• Support the Managing Director with robust business casing for relevant pricing and portfolio decisions considering both internal and external data/information 
• Develop and Implement a pricing strategy for all assigned channels that is linked to margin and volume delivery depending on business objectives
• Achieve promotional revenue objectives by tactic, price point, SKU, drive period & selling event for your assigned channel.
• Ensure that pricing & promo activities are routinely compiled & communicated internally & externally.
• Support the Customer team in identifying pricing and promotion opportunities by monitoring relevant KPI’s and updating a predetermined set of analyses and reports 
• Assist the customer team to develop compelling trade propositions to bring Tiger strategy and the customer strategy together 
• Conduct competitor pricing analysis to understand and guide Tiger price competitiveness – managing elasticities to competitor set
• Translate insights of shopper behaviour across the channel, into POP drivers (i.e. transaction builders, shelf layout, category flow, location on shelf, forward share requirements, point-of-sale triggers)
  Implement a POP strategy by category & sub-category which provides direction to the field operations team.
• Work with the Category Management Manager to develop category management propositions for relevant customers (i.e. space planning, retailer category strategy)
• Support product portfolio development by assessing multiple dimensions (financial, competitive, channel) to identify opportunities to innovate, and by participating in the NPD process 
• Review and analyse competitor pricing data to develop robust understanding of Tiger Brands’ position in the market relative to price and awareness of our price competitiveness 

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON
 

• Overall net sales target
• Category Market share /forward share/ distribution 
• Gross margin / category profitability
• Speed to market implementation
• POP effectiveness and pricing strategy
• Customer Satisfaction
• Effective cost containment

QUALIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Competencies

• Influencing Others – you are customer relationship obsessed. You align with relevant stakeholders by using a strategic relationship building process to understand their needs and exceed their expectations while growing each customer’s and the Tiger Brands business. 
• Analytical Capability – You make it easy for entire team to understand complex data sources 
• Business Savviness – you understand the potential implications of price changes, SKU listings, etc on consumers and customers  
• Owning It – you consistently demonstrate and proactively deliver a thorough understanding of shopper, category, competition and customer.
• Driving Long Term Results – you are fixated on hitting targets and delivering service to the channel.  You can see beyond one customer or one point in time. 
• Developing Myself and Others – you are open to learning new things and you find ways to grow and develop your skills and abilities
• Staying a Step Ahead – you have a comprehensive understanding of channel innovations that will elevate our game
• Change Management – You are resilient, not afraid to challenge stakeholders and gain their buy-in 

Experience

• 5-10 years customer / sales management experience within FMCG 
• Category management experience across multiple channels
• Experience in developing revenue management strategies 

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

Contract Duration: Permanent
Main Function:

• To ensure all that the required quantity of products is prepared according to their respective product specifications by following prescribed Food Safety and Quality Management Systems and to produce cost-effective top-quality products and achieve yields.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

Key Attributes and Competencies

•  Ensure that all sub-ordinates perform according to company standards.
•  Establish departmental objectives and performance standards or Key Performance Indicators
•  Supervise by objectives and Key Performance Indicators and make sure that employees achieve the require standards all the time!
•  Institute disciplinary action where appropriate
•  Manage and maintain productivity levels.
•  Conduct Performance Appraisal with sub-ordinates and coach for non-performance if need be.
•  Ensure that all new employees receive adequate training (Departmental and Induction training)
•  Coaching and training of employees who don’t perform according to required standards.
•  Prepare employees training & development plans and make sure that are escalated to HR.
•  Evaluate and assess the impact of training/coaching.
•  Make sure that all employees attend training when scheduled.
•  Manage and promote good Food safety standards.
•  Conduct audits (Food Handling standards) within a quality management system and evaluation of results thereof.
•  Maintaining occupational health, safety and general housekeeping
•  Monitor critical control points (CCPs) as an integral part of a hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP & FSSC2200) system.
•  Take action when a non-conformance is detected against the critical limits of a
•  Identify good manufacturing practices to control microbiological contamination during food handling.
•  Manage Pest Control and waste materials as part of a food safety system.
•  Order correct amounts to ensure quality of raw materials not affected.
•  Adhere to process flows and recipe specs to ensure product consistency.
•  Adhere to HACCP guidelines during the manufacture of all products.
•  Relevant product documentation correctly completed to ensure traceability.
•  Monitoring and controlling actual expenses (and revenue), against projected budget.
•  Determining the elements of a budget relevant to an area of responsibility
•  Managing and monitoring of timekeeping of direct reportees

QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics
• Post Matric Qualification in Production or Operations Management
• Added Advantage: Advanced Certificate / Diploma in an Engineering field

Core knowledge

• Safety rules and regulations, Food Safety, Government policies on Safety Health and safety legal compliance, Project management, Risk management

Experience

• Three years' experience in a food manufacturing environment 
• Two years production supervisory experience 
• Experience with Micro

Skills

•  Good Communication skills
•  Computer Literate (Excel, Work, Outlook, PowerPoint and MIS Systems)
•  Coaching and Training of people
•  Motivating others
•  Planning & Organising
•  Teamwork & team building
•  Continuous Improvement
•  Managing Results
•  People Management
•  Financial skills

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

• Responsible for managing all aspects of moderately complex manufacturing operations in an 8,50 tph and 31,25 tph flour Mill.
• Responsible to deliver results that meet quality, customer service, safety, innovation and cost criteria.
• Formulates or approves short- and long-term operating objectives in areas such as cost reduction, quality improvement, new product development and/or integration as undertaken at the plant level.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

Asset Management :

• Achievement of overall production parameters.
• Continuous availability of equipment.
• Reduced down time due to equipment breakdown.
• Reduced milling and engineering costs.

Inventory Management :

• Finished product model stock levels maintained.
• Consumable model stock levels maintained at agreed levels.
• Vitamins and additives model stock levels maintained.
• Manufacturing losses eliminated.

Financial Management :

• Continuous Improvement.
• Zero write offs.
• Targeted production efficiencies achieved

Corporate Governance:

• Adherence to Company Policies and Procedures.
• Adds to the value of the company and is also beneficial to all stakeholders in the long term.
• Health and Safety / RISK / Environmental:
• Compliance with Statutory and Company requirements at all times. 
• Achieving targeted scores in all audits

Quality Assurance :

• Good Manufacturing Practices in place and maintained.
• Food Safety adherence.
• Compliance to Legislation.
• Consistent finished product scores.
• Decrease in Customer complaints.

Training, Staff Leadership and Teamwork:

• Improvement in plant availability and production efficiency %.
• Reduction in product deviations.
• Maintain High morale.

Operational:

• Targeted manufacturing efficiencies are achieved within prescribed quality specifications.
• Mills run at design capacity.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Key Professional Competencies

Core knowledge – Academic – Qualified Wheat miller (both preferred) – SAGMA/GMF Trade Tested, Knowledge of fumigation on grain insects and the management thereof.

Advance Milling will serve as advantage.

Leadership - Owning it!, Driving long-term results, Staying a step-ahead.

Personal Effectiveness –

• Assertive and diplomatic
• Creative and solution orientated , Self-motivated, capable of working independently and delivering on time,
• An assertive, goal oriented self-starter with good interpersonal and organizing skills, Driving long-term results, Staying a step-ahead.,
• Ability to pay attention to detail,
• Sound analytical and decision-making skills,
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Be stress tolerant
• Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous learning

Experience - Function –  5 years or more

Hours – Shifts, weekends and PH

Industry:  Wheat Milling industry

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JOB DESCRIPTION

You will provide Maintenance services to plant machinery and site services in the processing and packaging departments of a food processing factory. You will support operational staff in maximizing productions capacity through plant availability. This role is based on either rotational shift/day shift work and factory floor based in the processing and packaging departments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct Planned and Reactive Maintenance on Mixers, Proofers, Moulders, Conveyors, Ovens, Coolers and Slicing Machinery. 
• Conduct Minor Maintenance on Site Services (Boilers, Air Compressors, Chillers, Air Dryers, etc.)
• Conduct Running Inspections on Plant Machinery and Site Services. 
• Perform Electrical & Instrumentation Fault-Finding Activities on Plant Machinery with Utilization of Multimeters, InfraRed Scanners, Electrical Drawings, Equipment Manuals & OEM Support. 
• Perform Mechanical Fault – Finding Activities on Plant Machinery with Utilization of Mechanical Drawings, Equipment Manuals & OEM Support.
• Complete Root Cause Failure Analysis for all Breakdowns. 
• Use the Computerized Maintenance Management System DMS to Create and Close Job Cards, Create Store Requisitions and Track Artisan Utilization. 
• Complete Daily Production, Quality and Maintenance Reports.
• Close all assigned Occupational Health & Safety and Food Safety Findings to ensure compliance to company regulations. 
• Support Site Water & Energy Agenda to ensure proper use of Water, Electricity and Fuel in the Plant. 
• Assist Maintenance Coordinator and Manager in Developing Action Plans to Reduce Plant Machinery Downtime and Product Damages. 
• Attend Daily and Weekly Engineering Meetings. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Core knowledge: Zero downtime or production losses, Continuous reduction in operating costs, 100% compliance to statutory requirements, Operate within budget
• Academic: N3 & Millwright Trade Test. (N6 will be advantageous).
• 5 yrs. experience in a FMCG environment. Bakeries Experience Preferred. 
• Behavioral: Ability to work under pressure, Good communication & service orientated skills, Planning skills with a high degree of control to complete items quickly and efficiently. 
• Fundamental understanding of food processing equipment, Ability to think strategically, Good Innovative thinking skills and Good Fault – Finding Skills. 

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JOB DESCRIPTION

 Oversea the operational activities from order receipt to delivery at the primary back door, within set and agreed operational KPI’s. Min. 5  years Freight Experience.  Relevant Commercial or other NQF level 7 Degree

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order Execution Management
• Shipment Management
• Support and service internal customers
• Identify possible opportunities for process and operational improvement.
• Information Steward:
• Data Control – data accuracy, and minimum requirement
•  KPI Delivery

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of import and export shipping processes
• In-depth knowledge of Authoritive body requirements (SARS, Port Health etc)
• In-depth knowledge of costs, cost structures and rate nuances
• In-depth knowledge of import and export shipping processes
• In-depth knowledge of Authoritive body requirements (SARS, Port Health etc)
• In-depth knowledge of costs, cost structures and rate nuances
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• In-depth knowledge of import and export shipping processes
• In-depth knowledge of Authoritive body requirements (SARS, Port Health etc)
• In-depth knowledge of costs, cost structures and rate nuances

Skills

• People and communication skills
• Logistics analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written skills
• Strong planning & organisational skills
• Problem solving
• Attention to detail.
• Team Orientation

Experience

• Previous in international freight management both ocean and airfreight.  Knowledge of the Freight Forwarding industry.  Must also have a sufficient understanding of Incoterms

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

• As Master Data Custodian, you are the guardian of our master data's accuracy, consistency, and reliability across all platforms, specifically our ERP system Mozaic. Your role is pivotal in ensuring that our master data, which includes product, customer, and other critical datasets, is meticulously maintained and aligned with our operational and strategic goals. With a strong background in data management and a keen eye for detail, you will be the go-to person for all master data matters, enabling seamless operations and data-driven decision-making within the Bakeries business unit at Tiger Brands.

RESPONSIBILITIES
WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Maintain and update master data in our ERP systems, ensuring it is accurate, complete, and reflective of the latest business requirements.
• Collaborate with various functional teams, including operations, sales, finance, and supply chain, to gather, verify, and validate master data.
• Conduct regular audits of master data to identify and correct discrepancies, ensuring data integrity and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for master data change requests from our bakeries, ensuring that changes are appropriately reviewed, approved, and implemented.
• Develop and implement data quality processes and standards, fostering a culture of data stewardship across the organization.
• Prepare and distribute master data reports and analyses to stakeholders, highlighting key metrics, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to data governance, system upgrades, and process optimisation initiatives.

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON:

• Accuracy and timeliness of updates to master data.
• Effectiveness in identifying and resolving data discrepancies.
• Contribution to the implementation of data quality standards and governance initiatives.
• Feedback from cross-functional teams on the support provided in master data-related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Your work is meticulous, ensuring high standards of precision in all master data entries and corrections.
• Data Management Skills: You possess a strong understanding of data management principles and practices, with the ability to manage complex datasets effectively.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: You can identify data-related issues and implement effective solutions to maintain data integrity.
• Collaboration and Communication: You have excellent interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with team members across different functions.

Experience:

• Min. 3 years' experience in data management, with proven track record of managing complex datasets with high accuracy.
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly Mozaic, is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with data governance frameworks and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field will be advantageous.

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

As Price Management Administrator, you are responsible for ensuring that our pricing strategies are accurately reflected across all platforms, specifically Mozaic. Your role is critical in maintaining the integrity of our Price Lists and Price Matrix Discounts, which are vital for our competitive positioning in the market. With a keen eye for detail and a strong administrative background, you ensure that our pricing data is accurate, up-to-date, and aligned with our strategic objectives. Your efforts enable the revenue management team to make informed decisions, ultimately driving profitability and market share growth for Tiger Brands.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Maintain and update Price Lists and Price Matrix Discounts on Mozaic, ensuring they are accurate and reflective of the latest pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to gather and verify pricing information, ensuring seamless execution of pricing changes across all channels.
• Conduct regular audits of pricing data on Mozaic to identify discrepancies and implement corrections as needed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new pricing strategies by providing administrative support and data analysis.
• Prepare and distribute pricing reports and analyses to stakeholders, highlighting key changes, trends, and implications.
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to price optimization and revenue management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations regarding pricing and discount management.

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON:

• Accuracy and timeliness of updates to Price Lists and Price Matrix Discounts.
• Effectiveness in identifying and resolving pricing discrepancies.
• Contribution to the implementation of pricing strategies and revenue management objectives.
• Feedback from cross-functional teams on the support provided in pricing-related activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Your work is meticulous, ensuring high standards of precision in all pricing data and documents.
• Analytical Skills: You possess the ability to analyze complex pricing structures and data, providing valuable insights to support strategic decisions.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: You can manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changes in pricing strategies or market conditions.
• Collaboration and Communication: You have excellent interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with team members across different functions.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in administrative roles, preferably within finance or pricing management.
• Proven track record of managing and maintaining complex datasets with high accuracy.
• Experience working with pricing software or ERP systems, particularly Mozaic, is highly desirable.

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

You will be responsible for maintaining Engineering Equipment to world class standards while providing support to the bakeries Maintenance Coordinators and managers. You will support the teams in embedding maintenance processes within the organization with the key deliverables of maintaining the Integrity of the Plant. You are further required to inspect, test repair electric, electronic, mechanical and pneumatic instruments and programming and optimize plant and associated devices to ensure plant availability and product quality at minimum cost. This includes in house upgrades and capex projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Operational Support – Provide specialist support to the shift-based teams during operations. Where requested assist as a functional expert in problem solving, including control and instrumentation projects execution
• Running Repairs – Partake in carrying out repairs on plant equipment
• Problem Solving – Where problems have occurred during routine activities
• Apply the correct problem-solving approach to resolve problems.
• Planned Maintenance – Take part in maintenance planning meetings, 
• Contributing suggestions and clarifying work required
• Housekeeping & Safety – Operate in a safe manner at all times, identify and 
• Highlight unsafe work practices so that these may be corrected
• Ensure Plant availability of >95% at all times, breakdowns less than 1%
• Ensure all compliance standards are met

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON:

• Downtime is minimized (Plant Availability and Quality defects caused by poor equipment performance)
• Diagnostic and Problem-solving techniques Applied
• Administration, Job Cards, and relevant documentation completed
• Utilizations of Computerised Maintenance Management System
• Strategic maintenance plans are developed to Reduce Repeat Failures
• MECP Activities (Maintenance Prevention standards are completed and distributed)
• Optimized Machines and/or equipment
• Delegated and monitored work allocation
• Managed significant end-to-end projects and development
• Evaluate cost and waste management on specified equipment as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Key foundational competencies 
• Academic:   Technical diploma, BSc/BEng – Engineering Electronics/Instrumentation
• Analytical skill, Problem solving, high numeracy skills
• Leadership – Owning it! Driving long-term results, Staying a step-ahead
• Personal Effectiveness – Effective communication,  Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous learning

Minimum Experience

• Function – 5+ years’ experience in Maintenance (Control and Instrumentation)
• Industry – At least  2-year experience in FMGC industry, preferably food industry

Desired Competencies

• Control System – PLC programming and diagnostic fault finding, preferable Schneider Electric, Mitsubishi, Siemens and Omron
• OT Networking – Experience with control system networks – Modbus TCP, Profinet, Profibus, CC-Link
• OT/IT – Understanding of Automation stack and integration with IT related systems.

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

You are accountable for sales execution in your region. You lead the implementation of sales strategies and initiatives that will maximise and capitalise on sales opportunities in your region.  In close collaboration with the Marketing, Category and Customer teams, you need to achieve your sales targets through the delivery of customer, consumer and shopper propositions at the point of purchase. You are dedicated towards improving the capability of our field sales teams and creating a great place to work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Influencing Others – you are an expert at motivating the regional sales team to achieve the sales vision goal and providing your team with overall direction.
• Owning It – you are passionate about sales and have a clear understanding of the factors that drive them. You are the connection between shopper and product and you rally cross-functional teams to meet their needs at the point of purchase.
• Driving Long Term Results– you are fixated on hitting sales targets and driving sales excellence but you also look beyond today’s problems.
• Developing Myself and Others –you find ways to grow and develop the capability of the field sales teams.
• Staying a Step Ahead – you have a comprehensive understanding of innovations that will elevate our sales game.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Translate the National Customer Plans into a regional sales operation plan.
• Support and implement the marketing, brand and key account plans within your region and the relevant channels, to ensure achievement of budgeted value and volume objectives at a regional level.
• Plan and direct the activity of the regional sales teams ensuring that all individuals are motivated to attain their targets.
• Monitor regional sales activity and success rates and take appropriate corrective action where necessary.
• Manage gross profit, net sales value and volume in terms of on-going analysis, investigation and reporting on regional sales information.
• Ensure on-shelf presence and stock pressure across Cash & Carry, Independents and Buying Group customer bases.
• Manage the regional sales budget, including Field Sales expenses.
• Monitor and maintain clearly communicated scorecards, standard operating procedures and standards.
• Monitor and measure activation on shelf by customer.
• Develop and implement point of purchase drivers.
• Conduct formal trade visits, product & category knowledge training and formal testing bi-annually.
• Evaluate the field sales business model and coverage at least once a year.
• Manage the returns policy and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Over 5 years’ sales experience
• Experience in FMCG industry
• Finance sales experience (budgets, forecasting etc.)
• Experience in managing field sales teams

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THE JOB AT A GLANCE

You will perform various tasks to support the financial accountants, including, but not limited to, processing manual journals, reconciling balance sheet accounts and financial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Prepare and post financial journal processing
• Prepare month end GL reconciliations
• Prepare GL site YE packs, including the analysing of income and expense accounts for tax pack purposes.
• Answers to queries, information, explanations and help as required

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Achieve accurate and complete GL closure on time for review
• Achieve clean GL account reconciliations
• Achieve limited tax queries on submission of corporate tax pack
• Achievement of all submissions on/before set deadlines
• Avoid/limit audit findings

QUALIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Key attributes and competencies

• Accounting diploma or degree
• Strong communication skills
• Business analytical skills
• Strong Finance business background
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Oracle

Experience

• 2-3 years accounting and administrative experience