Job Opportunities at AVI

Job Description

AVI LIMITED is home to many of South Africa’s leading and best-loved brands! Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and centred on the FMCG market, AVI’s extensive brand portfolio includes more than 50 brands. Our brands span a range of categories including: hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits and snacks, frozen convenience foods, out-of-home ranges, personal care products, cosmetics, footwear, accessories, and fashion apparel. We have a well-developed Shared Services structure spanning: International, IT, Finance, Logistics, Marketing, Procurement and Field Marketing, that allows us to take advantage of our scale. Our single-minded purpose is our brands growth and development.

                    

An exciting opportunity exists for a CREDIT CONTROLLER at AVI LIMITED Financial Shared Services in Epping, Cape Town.  The successful incumbent will be responsible for the full credit control function. Managing the insurance requirements for customers in the relevant portfolio. Activities include (but not limited to) collections of outstanding monies; reconciliation of accounts; resolving queries; customer visits; statement sending and engagement with internal and external stakeholders. Credit vetting within the delegation of authority and order release within the delegation of authority.  

 

REPORTING STRUCTURE: Credit Manager

 

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

 

JOB SPECIFICATION:

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

• Payments of debtors accounts

• Journals

• Reconciliations

• Statements

• New accounts

• Master file maintenance

• Customer visits

• Query resolution

 

1. RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Customer visits/insights

 

1. REPORTING AND ANALYSIS

• Report to Credit Manager around Monthly overdue accounts

 

1. ADMINISTRATION

• Complete admin timeously and efficiently

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:                                                                

• 3 years’ experience as a Credit Controller

• Previous working experience within the FMCG industry essential

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric/Grade 12

• Credit Management/Financial Management Diploma/Degree or studying towards one

• Credit Management Qualification (1,2 &3) (ICM or CPUT)

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimising Risk

• Attention to detail

• Meeting deadlines

• Interpreting Data

• Planning and organising

• Documenting facts

• Thinking Rationally

• Building Relationships

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Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for a PROCESS CLERK at AVI LIMITED Financial Shared Services. This position is based at the Head Office in Bryanston, in the Accounts Receivable Processing department. The Processing Clerk is responsible for accurate and timeous processing of new account applications, credit vetting, processing of credit limit reviews, updates and adjustments to customer accounts, processing of claims, allocation and transfers of monies, support to the credit teams, internal business units and external customers.

REPORTING STRUCTURE: Supervisor Processing

 

JOB SPECIFICATION:

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

PROCESSING OF CUSTOMER CLAIMS, DC MEMO’S AND RAISING OF SUNDRY INVOICES

• Ensure accurate processing and adherence to standards

• Any non-actioned items or problem areas to be communicated to the relevant person or area as to ensure corrective action is taken

• Validate documentation, so as to ensure that correct documentation and supporting documents are received

 MAINTENANCE OF CLAIMS ON CUSTOMER ACCOUNTS

• Verify customer claims

• Prepare authorized claims for processing credits on customer accounts

 REPORTS

• Running stat reports for team

• Actioning the returns credit process

 CUSTOMER SUPPORT

• Resolve, within a reasonable time any queries received from the internal customer or ensure they are relayed to the responsible person

• Maintain a good relation reflective of company standards and image

 FILING AND GENERAL ADMIN

• Record must be kept of all processed documentation

• Assist credit manages and credit controllers with the sourcing of documents and files, whether electronic or physical

• Assisting credit managers in instances where they have increased work-loads and the process clerk has available capacity

• Monthly reporting to management on problem areas, deviations from standards and possible risks

• Maintaining Central Mailbox with incoming queries

• Receiving and sorting of AR Mail received from Regions

• Managing and Maintain Share Portal

 
SCANNING AND UPLOADING DOCUMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:                                                                

• At least 2 year experience in a processing clerk or accounts receivable role

• Experience in a client service environment

• FMCG exposure would be an advantage

• Previous data capturing experience will be highly beneficial

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric/Grade 12

• Certificate in Finance would be an added advantage

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES & KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic computer literacy (Windows, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)

• SAP

 COMPETENCIES

• Analyse and Solve Problems

• Build and use key relationships

• Initiate and achieve results

• Work with others

• Remain composed and resilient

• Communicate clearly

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Job Description

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Human Resources Officer at I&J, Primary Processing Site, Woodstock, Cape Town. The purpose of this role is to assist the leadership of the HR team by driving the administrative Human Resources process, workflows and reporting and providing generalist human resources services and advice to the business.

Line Manager: Senior Human Resource Manager

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Payroll Management

• Human Resources Reporting, Statistics, Data Analytics and Compliance

• Performance Management

• Industrial Relations Administrative Support and Advice

• Recruitment and Selection

• Talent Management, Learning and Development

• Incentives and Increase Process

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• Minimum 5 years’ HR generalist experience in a corporate environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree within a Human Resources discipline

• Advanced Diploma or Honours Degree will be advantageous

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of Industrial Relations practices

• Knowledge of Interviewing skills

• Knowledge of different HR disciplines (HR Value Chain)

• Knowledge of HR Systems (SAP)

• Computer Literacy MS Office, Excel and Outlook

• Knowledge of Labour Legislation

Competencies:

• Documenting Facts

• Influencing Others

• Articulating Information

• Challenging Views

• Staying Composed

• Resolving Conflict

• Meeting Deadlines

• Attention to Detail

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Job Description

Indigo Brands, based in Cape Town, is a subsidiary of AVI Limited (AVI). Leaders in personal care and beauty products including female and male perfumed body sprays, roll-on deodorants, body care, face care, colour cosmetics and liquid fragrances. Well-known brands include Yardley- Bond Street, Gorgeous, Lace, English Blazer and Lenthéric -Hoity Toity, Solo and Masculin. Indigo’s brand portfolio is strengthened via the Coty distributor agreement that includes world-renowned brands such as Rimmel, Exclamation, Adidas, Guess and Sally Hansen.          

An exciting opportunity exists for a Marketing Executive at Indigo Brands, Head Office, in Epping, Cape Town. As the successful incumbent you will be responsible to provide strategic direction, leadership and alignment to the Marketing, Consumer Insights, Permanent Merchandising and Trade Marketing Teams in order to deliver business unit objectives and strategies.

Line Manager: Managing Director

Number of Direct Reports: 7

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

Business Strategy and Growth:

• With insight develop business strategies and objectives that focus on core categories to ensure our brands remain relevant and profitable

Commercial Responsibility:

• Collaborate with Sales Team to ensure profitable promotional schedules are developed and implemented

• Ensure relevant price and promotional mix on key brands in key categories

• Align A&P expenditure to support business strategy and innovation in key categories

• Review the annual portfolio to review portfolio & brand performance, product profitability, brand relevance to consumers. Resulting in the recalibration of strategy and future short term and long term objectives

Brand and Category Management:

• Ensure focused activity and spend is placed behind core growth brands in relevant categories

• Deliver sound consumer communication plans across key brands and media platforms

• Continue to monitor brand performance in relation to market and competitors

• Monitor profitability of each portfolio and relevant SKU’s

• Ensure continuous brand relevance and positioning with consumers

Data Analysis that informs Strategy and Innovation:

• Utilise multiple data sources vis Consumer Insights Team to monitor category & retailer performance, consumer behaviour, brand perception

• Monitor A&P spend via various media platforms to ensure ROI and correct targeting and conversion

• Evaluate whether the brands can commercialise the innovation/trend opportunities

• Interact with the NPD and cross-functional Team’s to compile and execute relevant product development/innovation plan

People Management and Development:

• Influence and lead cross-functionally to deliver key business objectives

• Manage direct reports to deliver to their KPD’s

• Support, mentor and develop the Marketing Team for optimal performance, retention and output

• Demonstrate sound leadership behaviour that sets example

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 10 years Marketing experience of which 5 years Marketing Director / Marketing Executive

• 8 – 10 years of Marketing experience within an FMCG or Retail industry

Qualifications:

• Marketing Degree / Diploma

• Business Related Degree will be advantageous

Additional Requirements:

• Commercial and financial acumen

• Managing media agencies and partnerships to deliver key consumer communication

• Analyse multiple data sources to deliver insightful strategies

• Leadership ability to direct immediate and cross-functional teams

• NPD process (end to end)

• Strong communication and influencing skills

Competencies:

• Thinking Analytically

• Developing Strategies

• Influencing Others

• Setting Directions

• Staying Composed

• Embracing Change

• Working Together

• Seizing Business Opportunities

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Job Description

AVI LIMITED is home to many of South Africa’s leading and best-loved brands! Listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and centered on the FMCG market, AVI’s extensive brand portfolio includes more than 50 brands. Our brands span a range of categories including hot beverages, sweet and savoury biscuits, and snacks, frozen convenience foods, out-of-home ranges, personal care products, cosmetics, footwear, accessories, and fashion apparel. We have a well-developed Shared Services structure spanning: International, IT, Finance, Logistics, Marketing, Procurement and Field Marketing, which allows us to take advantage of our scale. Our single-minded purpose is our brands' growth and development.

An exciting opportunity exists for a SERVICE ENGINEER (SYSTEMS/NETWORK) at AVI LIMITED IT Shared Services in Cape Town.  The purpose of the role is that the Service Engineer must provide users guidance and first-level support by assisting in problem resolution. They are to provide high-quality technical and procedural assistance with all aspects of technology. Responsibilities include the ability to identify, research and resolve technical problems; respond to telephone calls, calls directly assigned to them, emails, and in-person requests for technical support. Take ownership of technical issues as well as resolve, document, track, and monitor problems. The Service Engineer is tasked with complying with all of the policies and procedures associated with IT Service Management.

Line Manager: Service Engineer - Team Lead 

Direct Reports: None

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Call Resolution at a minimum of 20 Calls Per A Day

• Ensure That Third Party Calls Are Followed Up On

• Ensure Grade Of Service Stays Above 85% On Wallboard

• Ensure Calls Are Resolved Within Agreed SLA

• The job holder's duties include installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing all infrastructure components such as server hardware, patches storage systems, virtualisation platforms, software automation, and monitoring and supporting software systems.

• The incumbent will need to perform close monitoring of the systems using the relevant monitoring tools and react quickly to alerts as well as resolve complex problems as they occur including driving out Alerts.

• He/She will also be responsible for reboots on SAP and other business-critical systems to OS level (which include but is not limited to: SAP ERP, BIW, BOBJ, CRM, Solution Manager, MSBI)

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                            

• 3 years’ experience of working in a Service Desk or IT support environment

• 3 years’ experience working with Windows operating systems

• 3 years’ experience supporting handheld devices and tablets such as Samsung, iPhones and iPads

• 3 years’ experience and working knowledge of Networks essential (TCP/IP, DHCP, Ethernet, VPN etc.)

• 3 years’ experience of using Microsoft Active Directory

• 3 years’ experience with Anti-Virus software

• 2 years’ experience with MS Systems Centre Configuration Manager

Qualifications:

• Matric/Grade 12

• Diploma in Information Technology

• Advanced Diploma or Equivalent in Information Technology would be advantageous

Minimum Certificate(S):

• MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate)

  • Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016 (Storage and Disk, Data dedupe, HA, DR, Clustering)

  • Networking with Windows Server 2016 (DNS, DHCP, IPAM, VPN, DFS, SDN)

  • Identity with Windows Server 2016 (AD DS, AD CS, AD FS)

• Valid VCP6.6-DCV (VMWare Certified Professional - DC Virtualisation)

• VMCE (Veeam Certified Engineer v9+)

• MS System Centre (SCCM, SCOM, SCSM, Orchestrator)

• MS EMS (Enterprise Mobility Suite) - RMS, ATA, Intune

• RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator)

• DCA (Dell Certified Associate) - PowerEdge

• DCP (Dell Certified Professional) - PowerEdge

• DCA (Dell Certified Associate) - Storage

• TinTri-U 

Advantageous Certificate(s):

• Valid MCSE

  • Core Solutions of Microsoft Exchange Server 2016

  • Planning and Administering SharePoint 2016

  • Advanced Technologies of SharePoint 2016

  • Skype for Business: Fundamentals

  • Skype for Business: Infrastructure Planning and Design

  • Troubleshooting Skype for Business 2016

• VMCE-ADO (Veeam Certified Engineer v9+ - Advanced Design and Optimisation)

• VMCA (Veeam Certified Architect)

• RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator)

• Valid CCNA

• Valid VCPA6-DCV Deploy

• Valid RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer)

• DCP (Dell Certified Professional) - SC Series Storage

• TinTri-U completion

• Valid MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist): Administering and Deploying System Center Configuration Manager

• Valid MCTS (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist): Administering and Deploying System Center Operations Manager 

Technical Competencies & Knowledge:

• Good understanding of MS Office products

• Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic tools

• Desktop troubleshooting and support

• Networking Methodologies

• Mobile Device Support

• Remote Connectivity Support

• MS Windows Server Competency

• Management and resolution of complex systems issues and outages

• Operation of management and monitoring tools to identify and provide solutions to performance and capacity of systems

• Provide expert support to desk staff ensuring that best practice is applied

• Provide ongoing cross-skilling and training to service desk personnel

Additional Requirements:

• Required to work overtime including after-hours, weekends, and/or public holidays if there is an emergency at work

• Required to work standby from home when required

• Limited requirement to travel to the site if there are not enough Field Engineers and there is an emergency at another site 

Competencies:

• Thinking Analytically

• Thinking Rationally

• Building Relationships

• Articulating Information

• Inviting Feedback

• Meeting Deadlines

• Attention to Detail

• Maintaining Productivity

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Job Description

An opportunity has become available for a recently qualified CA to take on the role of Finance Manager(FTC), reporting directly 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 with travel to the Bryanston office required 20-30% of the time.

 

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Maintenance of internal controls and compliance with company policies.

• Detailed and insightful review of the control environment and reporting on the risks.

• Review of control adequacy to cover identified and possible risks.

• Review controls effectiveness to cover identified and possible risks.

• Update Standard Operating Procedures in line to current practices and mitigation of risk.

• Identification and delivery of efficiencies in the factory manufacturing process

• Assist in factory cost control and cost reduction

• Product costing and profitability analysis

• Month end close-off, accounting and reporting procedures, including review of trial balance, general ledger accounts and reconciliations

• Providing financial information and coordinating projects that result in effective management and sound decision making in key functional areas, Procurement, CI, Manufacturing and Logistics

• Project evaluation, monitoring and measurement (opex and capex projects) including support for Production, Marketing and new product development initiatives

• Assistance in delivery of well-thoughtout and commercially sound capex authorization workflows

• Post-implementation reviews for major capex spends

• Assist in preparation of budgets and quarterly profit forecasts

• Assistance in business unit and AVI reporting requirements i.e. monthly reports, budgets, quarterly profit forecasts, Exco reporting packs

 

Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge required:

• A newly qualified CA with big 4 or similar industry articles preferred (FMCG or similar audit clients)

• SAP experience preferable

• Advanced ability to work with Excel

• Strong knowledge of management accounting and costing philosophies and practices

• Knowledge of IFRS and risk management practices

• Systematic, accurate and positive approach to performing duties

• Able to work in both detailed and conceptual modes

• Able to quickly assimilate new information and understand business issues

 

Competencies

• Adhering to Principles and Values

• Writing and Reporting

• Analysing

• Adapting and Responding to Change

• Planning and Organising

• Delivering Results

• Meeting Customer Expectations

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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 exciting opportunity exists for a Site Project Manager at NATIONAL BRANDS LIMITED Isando, Biscuits factory. The successful candidate will form part of the Project Management team, be based on site and will report to the specific site Operations Executives with a dotted line to the Strategic Projects Manager.

The successful candidates will be expected to leverage their process expertise and ability to manage multiple complex projects within a manufacturing environment in order to effect capacity enabling changes in the plants. This role requires a perceptive, productivity-focused Project Manager to implement solutions across the production site. A proven track record in handling multiple projects concerning plant equipment is essential for success and a professional engineering qualification combined with keen business acumen and FMCG manufacturing experience is indispensable in this environment.

Key Performance Areas:

•  Champion site projects from feasibility studies to implementation
•  Analysis of project benefits and challenges
•  Write project motivations, raise capital requests and obtain approval for projects
•  Project planning and tracking to ensure deadlines and objectives are met
•  Execute project follow up and ensure successful implementation
•  Coordinate implementation of the project in terms of change management and training needs
•  Manage multiple, dynamic site projects
•  Manage multiple subcontractors during project execution
•  Report to management with progress of current and planned site projects
•  Manage sites capital spend to budget

Competencies

•  Meeting deadlines
•  Articulating information
•  Attention to detail
•  Planning and organising
•  Thinking analytically
•  Interpreting data
•  Maintaining productivity
•  Documenting facts
•  Upholding Standards
•  Minimising Risk

Knowledge:

•  MS Projects
•  AutoCAD experience
•  MS Office
•  In-depth knowledge of FMCG plant equipment
•  At least 5 years’ experience in project management
•  Presentation skills
•  Analytical/investigative nature
•  Excellent interpersonal skills

Experience/Qualifications:

•  5 Years’ experience within a similar role
•  Relevant FMCG experience preferably in the Food environment
•  Completed Higher National Diploma or BSC Engineering

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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 an Electronics Technician (Instrumentation), based in Rosslyn Snacks Factory and reporting directly to the Engineering Foreman.  The main purpose of the job is to support the factory in all automation projects; and provide support to ensure preventative maintenance minimize plant downtime.

Job Specification:

Key Performance Areas:

• Process design of automation projects.

• Support commissioning team for automation projects.

• Assisting project engineers with automation strategy.

• Ensure adherence to automation standards.

• Maintain automated industrial equipment.

• Analysis of breakdowns including fault finding and presenting recommendations to reduce breakdowns

• Support Artisans with PLCs, HMIs, Drives and SCADA fault finding

• Calibrate plant equipment and instruments including scales, flow meters and sensors

• Implement preventative maintenance schedules on assets related to instrumentation

• Minor PLC and SCADA Programming

• Maintain all automation software backups to be current

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:                                                                   

• 5 years post qualification experience in a similar role as an Instrumentation or Electronic Technician gained in the FMCG or manufacturing industry 

Qualifications:

• Completed tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering (Light current) or related

• Instrumentation Artisan Trade Test

• Completed qualification in N6/S4 Electronic/Electrical Engineering 

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent PLC knowledge, preferably Siemens, Mitsubishi and Allan Bradley.

• Proficiency using Scada / Wonderware

• Experience in commissioning self-developed projects advantageous.

• Sound understanding of the principles and theory of Electrical and Instrumentation circuits

Competencies:

• Analysing

• Planning and Organising

• Applying Expertise and Technology

• Working with people

• Communicate clearly

• Develop and apply technical expertise

• Analyse and solve problems

• Initiate and achieve results

• Remain composed and resilient

• Work with others

• Plan or strategize ahead

• Build and use key relationships

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Job Description

KURT GEIGER is an exclusive footwear and apparel brand known for its inimitable style. Kurt Geiger's distinctive shoes are created from the finest materials for those who are making their mark in the world. Our brand is for the man who knows where he’s going and wants the wardrobe that will take him there.

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 financial aspects of running the store to ensure store profitability

• To adhere to merchandising standards in line with the brand requirements to ensure a 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 5 years’ retail experience

• Minimum of 12 – 18 months Manager experience

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 inquiries

• 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