Job Openings at AVI Limited

Closing Date: 2020/11/08
Reference Number: AVI200917-2

Company Profile    

• AVI Field Marketing, a division of AVI Limited, handles the sales and merchandising for the beverages, snacking and cosmetic business units to ensure improved execution at store level.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Monitor store ordering process, stock levels, and returns and take corrective action if required
• Monitor pricing and ensure mandate adherence
• Negotiate promotional activity
• POP implementation and negotiate ad-hoc display and space
• Check in stock, expiry dates and ensure shelf health standards are maintained
• Address pricing and delivery issues
• Monitor forward share in relation to market share as well as the rate of sale
• Maintain customer and company records
• Complete price surveys timeously
• Update records of all company equipment and assets
• Communicate issues and provide solutions where possible
• Ensure adherence to store policies and procedures at all times
• Monitor and manage Merchandiser / Field Marketer and Sales Representatives attendance and ensure registers are updated
• Confirm call cycles are followed and communicate changes to customers when needed
• Manage and plan leave for subordinates
• Prepare monthly payroll for HR
• Conduct floor walks with Field marketers, Merchandisers, and Sales representatives
• Brief staff of all cycle priorities and ensure a clear understanding of objectives
• Develop staff by identifying training needs and provide on the job coaching if required
• Keep Regional Operations Manager up to date on conduct issues
• Staff Management in line with company policy and procedures
• Conduct appraisals
• Set targets for subordinates by store by category in line with BU objectives and strategy

Competencies    

• Plan or strategize ahead
• Checking things
• Present and communicate information
• Showing composure
• Optimize business performance
• Manage people and teams
• Deliver customer service
• Initiate and achieve results
• Build and use key relationships
• Flexible and open to change

Experience Required    

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Sales Supervisor or Sales Manager role required
• Experience within FMCG dealing with major retailers such as PNP, Shoprite Group and Spar
• Management of people and teams
• Good understanding and implementation of Human Resources and Industrial relations processes and procedures

Minimum Qualifications Required    

• Completed Matric
• A completed tertiary qualification (Business/Sales/Marketing/Retail) advantageous

Additional Requirements    

• Sound knowledge of the FMCG industry
• A good understanding of the merchandising industry
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Able to present information to various levels in the organization
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to travel essential

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Closing Date: 2020/11/02
Reference Number: AVI201020-3

Company Profile    

• A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J, a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision. I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004.
• I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. It is also one of AVI’s great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Analyses the spend portfolio within the Indirect spend category, MRO, Services, Energy and identifies, scopes, validates and then executes projects that will result in measurable value to the organisation, based on magnitude of spend, strategic importance and opportunities for value delivery
• Leads the development and implementation of sourcing strategies and projects for commodities in the Indirects category, MRO, Services, Energy through liaison and collaboration with BU’s and the formation of cross-functional sourcing teams (CFST)
• Provides leadership to CFST’s in the deployment of strategic procurement levers and techniques on assigned commodities and projects within the Indirects category, MRO, Services, Energy
• Is responsible for delivering and tracking quantifiable financial benefits and ensuring they are delivered onto the bottom-line
• Exhibits subject matter expertise regarding Indirects, MRO, Services, Energy trends so as to advise internal users on current and future market opportunities, and to implement proactive strategies to take advantage of such opportunities
• Acts as the central point of contact between Procurement and BU’s for all communications related to the Indirects category, MRO, Services, Energy. This includes the communication of standard processes, best practices, and progress reporting and issue resolution
• Fosters and manages key supplier relationships to create short- and long-term value for the I&J BU’s. Leads all efforts in educating the appropriate suppliers and internal stakeholders in the principles of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
• Analyses, supports and actively participates in the development and implementation of SRM and B-BBEE development programmes. These will include specific, individualised programmes for strategic Suppliers and generic programmes for non-strategic Suppliers
• Prepares for and leads key supplier negotiations, drafts contracts and SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and ensures Group Legal approval prior to implementation

Competencies    

• Thinking Conceptually
• Developing Strategies
• Influencing Others
• Setting Directions
• Embracing Change
• Planning & Organising
• Taking Initiative
• Seizing Business Opportunities

Experience Required    

• Minimum 7 years Procurement Management experience, of which some must have been in a consulting or influencing role
• Experience and industry knowledge in Indirects, MRO, Services, Energy, and related, products and services is essential
• Prior exposure to category/commodity management, procurement or an engineering or production environment is highly desirable, as is demonstrated success in managing a multi-disciplinary team in a project-type environment. The ability to craft long-term internal and external business relationships, cause and manage change and provide strategic leadership is essential

Minimum Qualifications Required    

• A Degree or Diploma in Procurement, Business, Finance or Engineering
• A Postgraduate Business Management Qualification is preferred
• MBA will be advantageous

Additional Requirements    

• Contract management
• Managing the supply base
• Product & services cost analysis
• Production & operations principles
• Procurement management
• Procurement planning
• Commodity management
• Legal knowledge
• Computer skills
• Project management
• Understanding the supplier market

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Closing Date:2020/11/12
Reference Number:AVI200420-2

Company Profile    

• A vacancy has become available for an Engineering Buyer at our Entyce Isando factory. The successful candidate will report to the Logistics Manager and be responsible for placing orders for engineering spares and consumables, manage master data on SAP, liaise with suppliers, and ensure availability of required parts and spares to support the site operations.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Use MRP as a complete system to create and expedite orders for critical spares
• Keep an accurate inventory of spares within agreed targets by adopting stringent re-order principles
• Monitor and compile CAPEX expenditure and supplier evaluation reports
• Adopt a three-quote system to source the most cost-effective spares at the right quality
• Execute Imports buying of Capital Equipment by creating Purchase Orders timeously
• Manage vendor database and update master data for the site buying team
• Manage and control critical spares in the factory (Stock items replenishment)
• Initiate workflows for new material masters and new vendors
• Liaise with suppliers and Accounts Payable department with regard to invoice queries
• Source competitive pricing through the RFQ process (Engineering spares and services)
• Expedite delivery of orders to ensure that the factory equipment downtime is minimized (On Time In Full)
• Obsolete / Redundant Material Management
• Management of Non-Stock materials
• SAP maintenance including open POs and requisitions, run MRBR report daily and view all invoices that are blocked for payment

Competencies    

• Working with people
• Planning and organising
• Delivering results
• Meeting customer expectations
• Following instructions and procedures
• Adapting and responding to change
• Coping with pressure and setbacks

Experience Required    

• A minimum of 3 years experience in an Engineering Buyer or Technical Buyer role gained in a FMCG environment
• Experience in engineering/spares environment
• SAP experience required

Minimum Qualifications Required    

• A relevant completed qualification in Purchasing, Procurement, Logistics or Stores Management

Additional Requirements    

• Demonstrated purchasing experience in the technical or engineering field
• Sound Excel proficiency
• Working knowledge of SAP essential

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Closing Date: 2020/11/12
Reference Number: AVI200707-1

Company Profile    

• An opportunity has become available for a Site Scheduler (Production Planner) to join the Snackworks Isando site. The Site Scheduler will report directly to the Logistics Manager and be responsible for the effective management of the factory Production Plan, MRP and the purchasing process to ensure that the required service level and inventory targets are met and maintained.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Weekly planning process (production planning, planning meeting, process order scheduling), in collaboration with buyers and factory managers
• Monitor Daily sales reports (Open sales, Service levels, sales forecast, national stock sales rates etc
• 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
• Monitor BOMs for material change-overs and ensure that process orders are raised with correct BOM
• Manage and monitor material plan performance
• Manage and monitor plan change performance
• Maintain planning and reporting sheets
• Manage and maintain demand vs factory commitment performance
• Attend weekly S&OP meeting facilitated by central planning to report back on factory performance
• Monitor full utilization of planning board and process orders
• Ensure that the Planning Master data is accurate with correct throughput per production line
• Participate in Quarterly Standard Committee meeting to review throughputs and to align SAP capacity and planning capacity accordingly
• Consolidate relevant information for the monthly reporting cycle (Monthly and Annual volumes report, weekly MPS, MPP)
• Weekly MPS report
• Participate in monthly site stock counts
• Investigate discrepancies (Consumption variances, Finished goods GRN vs Deliveries etc) and provide feedback to Logistics Manager and Finance

Competencies    

• Initiate and achieve action driven results
• Attention to detail
• Communication
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Working With People
• Analysing and Accuracy
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Adapting and Responding to Change

Experience Required    

• A minimum of 4 years experience in a Production Planner / Site Scheduler function gained within the FMCG environment
• SAP experience essential
• Minimum Qualifications Required    
• A completed 3 year qualification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management (National Diploma / BTech / BCom)

Additional Requirements    

• Demand and Supply Planning
• SAP Material Management (MRP) and Production Planning Modules
• Knowledge of financial processes
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• NPD and Master Data Workflows

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Closing Date: 2020/11/15
Reference Number: AVI200907-1

Company Profile    

• Our National Brands Limited business, centred on the FMCG market, focuses on the beverage, biscuit and snack brands. An exciting opportunity has become available for an Operations Executive to join our Snackworks Isando site, reporting directly to the Operations Director.The Operations Executive will be responsible for all site activities and needs to be a dynamic leader. The successful individual will be required to build a strong culture, provide direction to the Heads Of Departments and motivate teams in order to achieve the Company’s goals.

Duties and Responsibilities    
Leadership

• Leading and directing the factory to reach strategic goals.
• Leading the site HODs to facilitate the execution of operational goals and key performance targets.
• Working closely with the HOD team to ensure a safe work environment, production efficiency, quality control and cost management.
• Bringing thought leadership and innovative thinking to the manufacturing site to ensure future success and sustainability of the factory.
• Achieving factory goals and initiatives affecting safety, quality, cost, delivery, people and sustainability.
• Directing the planning and utilization of manufacturing principles and processes to improve all areas of the operation.
• Facilitating teams and ensuring all improvements are sustained and continuously improved.
• Ensuring continual improvement, corrective action and customer satisfaction practices.
• Creating a team-oriented working environment that fosters growth and accountability
• Acting as an ambassador for the NBL culture and values.
• Active participation as a member of the senior management team of NBL

Quality Control

• Ensuring customer and internal expectations are met relating to quality, cost and on-time delivery.
• Ensuring manufacturing processes are optimized for each product line and that process controls are in place.
• Being responsible for the technical accuracy, quality and cost-effectiveness of the manufacturing operation.
• Driving and fostering a quality mind-set to ensure a high-quality culture at the worksite.

Safety, Health and Environment

• Leading the safety, health and environmental agenda for the factory.
• Ensuring legal compliance to the OHS Act and AVI Safety Policies.
• Being responsible for ensuring a safe workplace by driving safe work practices.

Performance Delivery and Continuous Improvement

• Delivering weekly production targets against the plan.
• Overseeing of continuous improvement using lean manufacturing with a strong discipline to systems execution.
• Participation in short, medium and long-range plant expansion, conversion, and equipment planning.
• Accountability for the correct maintenance and conservation of all manufacturing equipment and assets.
• Overseeing of building maintenance and equipment, and plant security and protection.
• Provision of manufacturing leadership in problem-solving and troubleshooting of issues or problems and facilitating and directing continuous improvement across the site.
• Working with the internal and external supply chain to optimise supply chain performance, ensure business continuity and quality.

People Management

• Developing resource plans and appropriate recruitment and development strategies.
• Approving direct reports’ objectives and evaluating performance.
• Developing employees through coaching and training.
• Building strong employee and labour relations to ensure a high level of engagement.
• Participating in relevant labour forums to champion operational requirements.
• Driving transformation and strategy execution to achieve business results.
• Collaborating to drive employee engagement and retention.

Cost Management

• Forecasting operating costs of all facilities and directing the preparation of annual budgets.
• Developing and directing programs to ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation and utilization of facilities.
• Developing a comprehensive site capital and maintenance budget consistent with the site’s 5-year plan.

Policies and Procedures

• Implementing and supporting NBL policies, programs and initiatives.
• Ensuring that site activities, decisions, and actions conform to production policies and procedures and support the needs of internal and external customers.
• Ensuring processes and procedures related to manufacturing operations comply with safety requirements.

Competencies    

• Optimise business performance
• Plan and strategise ahead
• Impact and influence others
• Manage people and teams
• Strong Leadership skills, including the ability to lead a multi-functional teams
• Remain composed and resilient
• Embrace and tolerate divrsity
• Show courage and confidence
• Initiate and achieve results

Experience Required    

• At least 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment at a senior management level is essential
• Proven experience in managing a production/manufacturing facility managing cross-functional teams and Heads of Departments
• Experience in a food manufacturing or packaging environment would be an advantage
• Exposure and experience in working with a unionised workforce
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and application in Risk Management
• Ability to demonstrate a detailed understanding of Production, Engineering, Quality and Logistics with a broad understanding of Finance, HR and NPD/R&D

Minimum Qualifications Required    

• Completed Bachelors’ degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical) or Food Sciences
• Post-graduate qualification ideal

Additional Requirements    

• Ability to work within a complex structure, influence others and communicate at all levels
• Disciplined Leadership
• Innovation and opportunity identification for Continuous Improvement is essential
• Commercial ability to develop business cases
• Ability to communicate and influence at senior levels of the organisation
• Demonstrated EQ ability
• Develop a performance driven culture
• Commercial mindset
• Analytical and Financial skills are essential
• Strong delivery of objectives through effective use of Project Management principles

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Closing Date: 2020/11/03
Reference Number: AVI201020-2    

Company Profile    

• An opportunity has become available for a Maintenance Fitter to join the Snackworks team at our Westmead Factory (KZN). The role reports directly to the Foreman and will be responsible for the plant and equipment maintenance and repairs of high-speed packaging equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Carry out breakdown repair work on all plant and equipment.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Plan and execute shutdown work of plant equipment.
• Complete root cause & failure analysis on prolonged and repeated breakdowns.
• Provide expert advice and problem solving technique to fellow workers.
• Record all project and maintenance data (downtime, spares, and improvement recommendations) on Shopware CMMS.
• Ensure all mechanical installations comply with the requirements of the OHSACT.
• Turning on machine parts will be an advantage.

Competencies    

• Planning and Organising.
• Delivering Results.
• Meeting Customer Expectations.
• Relating and Networking.
• Working with People.

Experience Required    

• At least 4 years experience in a similar role as a Fitter working in a FMCG or manufacturing facility.
• Working knowledge and proven experience with Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems.
• Proven experience with high speed flow wrapping and Cartoning Machines.
• FMCG Plant Maintenance experience is an added advantage.

Minimum Qualifications Required    

• Trade tested at an Accredited Training Facility.
• N3 Fitter- Mechanical Trade Theory in Mechanical Engineering.

Additional Requirements    

• Must be computer literate.
• Excellent Fault Finding Abilities.
• Good knowledge on Shopware CMMS system or similar.

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Closing Date: 2020/11/11
Reference Number: AVI191209-1

Company Profile    

• A career opportunity exists for a Maintenance/Engineering Planner to join the Snackworks Isando factory. The Planner will be responsible for the planning of preventative and shutdown maintenance, reporting on maintenance analysis, and participate in projects as assigned. This role reports directly to the Engineering Manager and will be responsible for reaching key maintenance deliverables.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Planning maintenance activities and co-ordination of maintenance activities including annual shutdown and daily adhoc work.
• Analyse machinery and component life cycles by identifying failure trends.
• Verifying integrity of data captured by artisans on a daily basis.
• Updating job cards and maintenance schedules based on OEM manuals and historical performance.
• Develop cost and time estimates of planned maintenance work.
• Manage preventative and predictive maintenance strategies, which will include condition monitoring and other practices.
• Monitor job completion rates and report trends to the Engineering management team.
• CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) – implementation, optimization and management of the Shopware Asset Care system.
• Planning and optimising the most appropriate maintenance tasks for relevant equipment
• Analysis and interpretation of maintenance history and feedback report preparation
• Ensure ongoing communication with Engineering Team Leaders, Production Managers and Production Planner
• Work closely with engineering stores personnel to control spares and stock levels
• Projects – work closely with the project team to ensure efficient delivery of tasks involving engineering input

Competencies    

• Plan and think ahead
• Optimise business performance
• Remain composed and resilient
• Focus on achieving results
• Work with others
• Solve problems
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to function well when under pressure and meet tight timelines

Experience Required    

• At least 8 years' experience in maintenance planning gained within the FMCG or Manufacturing environment
• Experience in a high speed packaging environment advantageous

Minimum Qualifications Required    

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical- or Electrical Engineering (N6/T3/S4)
• Completed a trade test as a Fitter, Millwright and Electrical with a recognized institution ideal

Additional Requirements    

• Knowledge of Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) e.g. SAP, Shopware and/or Pragma experience
• Experience with CMMS preferably ‘On Key”, will be a distinct advantage
• Knowledge of TPM and RCM concepts and principles
• Knowledge of MS Projects and MS Excel advantageous