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• To effectively manage grain receipts and stock so as to ensure an optimal level of operation and to avoid any compromise to quality or cost.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Asset Management:

• >95% score achieved for Grain receipt and stock management audits 
• Achieve production efficiencies; 
• Ensure plant & equipment availability & reliability; 
• Improve production efficiencies; 
• Cost containment; 
• Successfully identify & resolve technical & manufacturing issues and problems; 
• Plants are run at design capacities; 
• Motivate and successfully implement CAPEX and Major Repairs & Maintenance projects within budget. 
• Asset replacement as per “Five Year Facilities Plan”

Inventory Management:

• Raw material received within allowable tolerances (<0.05% mass deviation on intake of grain); 
• Screenings stock variance in accordance with set targets (<1%); 
• <0.25% stock variance on the silo mass reconciliation; 
• >95% score achieved for Grain receipt and stock management audits; 
• Zero external audit findings; 
• 95% achievement of wheat order and off- loading efficiency (no demurrage charges incurred); 
• Raw materials correctly graded, and stored separately according to origin and grade. 

Financial Management:

• Cost management; 
• Working Capital is effectively managed; 
• Zero based budgeting; 
• Continuous Improvement; 
• Target zero write offs 

Quality Assurance and Food Safety/ Risk/ Environmental:

• Achieve > 95% in the quarterly South African Grain Laboratories grain grading ring test; 
• Retain ISO / FSSC certification; 
• Zero major audit findings identified; 
• Zero legal compliance findings identified; 
• Statistical Process Control 

Staff leadership and Teamwork:

• Achievement of 20 keys as per set targets; 
• Minimal number of grievances / disciplinary enquiries; 
• Low staff turnover and absenteeism rate; 
• Team goals and core values communicated and owned by team members; 
• > 90% achievement of staff training matrix 

Functional / Operational:

• Labour and equipment co-ordination in line with procurement requirements; 
• >90% score achieved for Grain receipt and stock management audits; 
• Zero major audit findings
• Maximum of 3% deviation on wheat grist transfers; 
• Number of grist changes; 
• Statistical Process Control. 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Matric Higher Grade – Mathematics and General Science; 
• Certified Wheat and Maize Grain Grader; 
• Registered Pest Control Officer; 
• National Certificate – Grain Handling Processes 
• Certified Wheat Miller
• 5 years as a Grain Grader 
• Milling experience

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Job Purpose

• The Millwright will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimizing all mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment in the flour milling plant to ensure maximum equipment reliability, minimal downtime, and safe operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on milling equipment (e.g., roller mills, sifters, blowers, conveyors, pneumatic systems, compressors, and packaging machines).
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to minimize production interruptions.
• Conduct routine inspections and ensure equipment is operating at required efficiency and safety standards.
• Carry out machine alignments, installations, and overhauls as required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete job cards according to company procedures.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth running of operations.
• Comply with plant safety, food safety, and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and provide technical input for equipment upgrades.
• Ensure spare parts are requested, used efficiently, and maintained in good condition.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognized Millwright Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal preferred).
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience as a Millwright in a milling, FMCG, or manufacturing environment (flour milling experience advantageous).
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and GMP standards will be an added advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Computer literacy (maintenance systems and MS Office).

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, standby, and respond to call-outs.

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• You are responsible for developing and executing the sourcing strategy for your respective commodities and ensuring delivery of the best procurement value and mitigation of supply risks. You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the commodities and Tiger Brands’ business needs and continuously identify new procurement value opportunities in line with the Commodity Strategies. You will deliver cost savings projects focused on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) optimization whilst ensuring a healthy relationship with suppliers and business. You will also lead a team of sourcing specialists to support you in the execution of the strategy.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Developing and executing the sourcing strategy of the respective commodity
• In depth technical reports, proposals or project briefs affecting one or more business units
• Explanation of complex products, services or concepts to internal or external customers or clients
• Negotiation with customers or suppliers over price, contracts or services
• Written proposals or presentations aimed at changing practices within or across business units or selling a product or service to external clients
• Compile procurement mandates and motivations for approval of contract awards to Exco level
• Influences or changes specific administrative or operational practices affecting more than one department/team/BU
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WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Streamlined, efficient processes
• Professional service delivery

 
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Key attributes and competencies

• Service management skills – ability to manage various service providers and drive efficiency
• Pragmatism – with an ability to think conceptually while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources
• Self-management – with attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow-through

Experience

• Bachelor's or equivalent 3-year degree.
• 8+ years' experience procurement

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• You are responsible for developing and executing the sourcing strategy for your respective commodities and ensuring delivery of the best procurement value and mitigation of supply risks. You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the commodities and Tiger Brands’ business needs and continuously identify new procurement value opportunities in line with the Commodity Strategies. You will deliver cost savings projects focused on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) optimization whilst ensuring a healthy relationship with suppliers and business. You will also lead a team of sourcing specialists to support you in the execution of the strategy.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Developing and executing the sourcing strategy of the respective commodity
• In depth technical reports, proposals or project briefs affecting one or more business units
• Explanation of complex products, services or concepts to internal or external customers or clients
• Negotiation with customers or suppliers over price, contracts or services
• Written proposals or presentations aimed at changing practices within or across business units or selling a product or service to external clients
• Compile procurement mandates and motivations for approval of contract awards to Exco level
• Influences or changes specific administrative or operational practices affecting more than one department/team/BU

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Streamlined, efficient processes
• Professional service delivery

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Key attributes and competencies

• Service management skills – ability to manage various service providers and drive efficiency
• Pragmatism – with an ability to think conceptually while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources
• Self-management – with attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow-through

Experience

• Bachelor's or equivalent 3-year degree.
• 8+ years' experience procurement
   

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• Conduct inter-bakery deliveries of bread on time, in full, and according to agreed schedules.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Safe and responsible use of the vehicle

• Comply with traffic laws and driving rules
• Drive safely and be courteous on the road
• Do not abuse company assets in any circumstances
• Report damages to the vehicle
• Conduct daily vehicle checks
• Report defects on a daily basis using the official checklist
• Ensure the vehicle cab is kept clean and hygienic

Oversee the performance of the Van Assistant

• Escalate any performance issues to Sales Supervisor
• Ensure self and Van Assistant adhere to hygiene and uniform requirements

On time delivery

• Adhere to departure times
• Notify Sales Supervisor of any delays

Report for duty on time

• Identify opportunities in store and on route and advise Sales Representative accordingly
• Report any deviations by Merchandisers
• Notify Bakery if run out of bread on route

Account for stock and money

• Do stock check before departure from bakery and sign off
• Ensure cash is stored in the safe at all times as per SOP
• Obtain Proof of Delivery (POD) as required
• Report any deviations and suspicious activity immediately

Positive basket flow

• Keep account of basket flow per route

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12
• Code 14 Drivers South African License
• Selling Skills
• Customer Services
• Numerical Skills
   

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• The Tiger Brands Future Leaders Development Programme is a 24-month enhanced development programme which aims to recruit bachelor’s degree / BTech graduates who demonstrate the potential to reach leadership positions in the organisation. FLDP’s are selected to join various disciplines across our business and are taken through a structured combined learning programme which intends to prepare them for key roles within the organisation. Get ready to ignite your tomorrow by joining our future leaders’ programme. Exciting opportunities are available for graduates in Engineering, Marketing, Finance (CA)SA stream, Supply Chain, IT and so on.

​What are we looking for in a Tiger Brands Future Leaders Development Programme candidate?

• Successful applicants in the programme should have a desire to build a career with a leading FMCG company, have a sound academic record at an accredited institution and recently have completed their 3rd or 4th year tertiary qualification.
• Future Leaders must have displayed the potential for high achievement and innovation throughout their qualification, have not worked full time (for more than 1 year, not including workplace experience) in their field of study, must be computer literate in MS Word and Excel and have a valid driver’s license.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

The type of qualifications that are viewed favorably to enter the graduate programme include:

• All qualifications related to: Business Intelligence Analyst/Data Analyst - BSC Computer Science/ BSC in Statistics)

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

• 65% Academic Average
• Citizen in the country of hire
• A relevant bachelor’s degree
• High levels of ambition and self-motivation, supported by a strong desire for a career in FMCG, within Tiger Brands
• Leadership and team working capabilities
• Must have displayed the potential for high achievement and innovation throughout their qualification
• Have not worked full time (more than 1 year, not including workplace experience) in their field of study
• Recent graduate from a tertiary institution in South Africa
• Work authorization in the country for which application is being submitted
• Geographical mobility – you will move to different locations throughout the training programme and you will need to relocate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office