Job Opportunities at Premier FMCG (Pty) Ltd

Job Description    

• At Premier, we recruit and invest in our employees for the long term. We believe that our growth depends on us having the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. We have a high-performance environment that attracts like-minded people who want to be their best every day and in doing so we grow together. The Maintenance Manager role is responsible for managing all installations, repairs and upkeep of operations and facilities. Your duties will include maintaining machinery, planning repair activities, and developing maintenance procedures.

Qualification Requirements    

• Martic
• N6 Electrical qualification
• Experience Requirements    
• Min 10 years’ experience in a managerial position (Technical environment).
• Min 10 years’ experience in a milling environment (FMCG).
• GMR 2.7 experience and advanced OHSACT Certification (Proven track record minimum 6 – 10 years).
• FSSC 22000 Food Safety experience (Proven track record minimum 5 years).
• Health and Safety experience (Proven track record minimum 6-10 years).
• Experience (minimum 6-10 years) in a planned preventative maintenance program (C-Works, Pragma or SAP).
• HR and IR process experience (Proven track record minimum 5-10 years).
• Experience on blowers, boilers, and compressors (Proven track record minimum 6-10 years).
• Experience on Scada, VSD,
• Extensive knowledge of Fawema packing machinery

Key Outputs    

• Responsible as the GMR 2.7 compliance on site.
• Management of assets and ensuring planned preventative maintenance.
• To provide technical support to the Technical Team.
• Maintenance of automated packing machine and systems which include Fawema’s (5-10 years experience).
• Assist with projects and Capex management in the improvement of the Mill efficiencies
• Responsible for Cost Control and Budget management of the Maintenance Department.
• Responsible for Health and Safety as well as Food Safety within the Maintenance Department.
• Responsible for the management of staff within the maintenance department which includes, recruitment, employee relations, performance management and training and development.
• Ensure sufficient maintenance stock in accordance with maintenance department requirements and standards.
• Co-ordinates, assigns, directs, daily, weekly, monthly, yearly schedules.
• Establishes job priorities and time frames for Maintenance staff.
• Responsible for the installation of repair of Electrical and Mechanical equipment.
• Monitors completion of job assignments through frequent observation and inspections to ensure compliance with standards and instruction and revises instructions and time frames as necessary.
• Responsible for training employees on equipment, task procedure, work standards and proper safety procedures.
• Schedules maintenance activities within the relevant system, including work performed by contractors.
• Develops specifications and makes recommendations on capital equipment purchases.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of maintenance schedules, equipment installations, structural repair and work orders and other operating reports for all Mills.
• Ensure effective INVOCOM implementation.

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Purpose of the job:

• To maintain sufficient maintenance stocks in accordance with maintenance department requirements and standards

Responsibilities:

• All materials are available and issued as per maintenance requirements.
• Stock levels are maintained in accordance with specifications.
• Stock losses/shrinkages are eliminated.
• Redundant stock prevented.
• Receiving and issuing of spares.
• Issuing out of tools and equipment.
• Stock control records are maintained as per company standards.
• Monthly stocktake of spares.
• Housekeeping of the Store.
• Ensure the site Bakkie is maintained in good order.
• Driving to Suppliers for collection of spares.

Qualification Requirements    
Qualifications :

• Matric / Grade 12

Experience Requirements    
Experience:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in a Workshop/ Engineering environment.
• Driving licence Code B – minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Computer literacy.

Key Outputs    
Job related skills and knowledge:

• Industry (FMCG).
• Food safety knowledge.
• Safe working practices.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office with a strong excel knowledge, experience on Cworks will be an added advantage.
• Good management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Planning, organising, and controlling.
• Accuracy and high level of attention to detail.
• Problem solving.
• Numerical ability.
• Experience as an Invocom Facilitator (added advantage).

Essential Competencies:

• Deciding and Initiating Action.
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning and organizing.
• Working with people.
• Good communicator.
• Coaching / People development / Leadership.
• Innovation/Continuous Improvements.
• Accountability / Sense of urgency/results orientation.
• Expert knowledge of engineering principles.

Other Requirements:

• Pressurized environment.
• 5-day position.
• Overtime expected from time to time.
• Work with and on heavy equipment and plant (Mechanical and Electrical)
• Factory environment – hot and noisy

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Job Description    

• To execute full and on time daily targets in the
• Production department and the bulk plan.
• To ensure the integrity of the product is never compromised.
• To maintain a high-quality standard in the Department
• Maintain high housekeeping standards at all times
• Adhere to all Company rules and procedures
• Ensure optimal Efficiencies
• Planned maintenance of assigned assets
• Administration and record control
• SOP's, hygiene and housekeeping
• Food Safety
• Health & Safety

Qualification Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Pressurized environment
• 6-day position
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays as per shift roster
• May be required to work on a rotating 12-hour shift which includes night shift
• Experience Requirements    Related production experience advantageous
• Logical thinker

Key Outputs    

• Ability to work in a team
• Be able and available to work shifts
• Good communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must be self-motivated
• Problem solving ability
• Continuous Improvement

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Purpose of the job:   

• Assist the Driver/Salesman in daily delivery of Premier products and where applicable assist the Driver/Salesman in cash and tray collection.

Responsibilities:

• Check company products as per loading sheet and sign
• Adhering to standard departure times
• Take responsibility for vehicle safety and hygiene
• Collect cash from the customers and cash in daily (where applicable)
• Offloading of product at customers
• Report all accidents immediately to the transport department and Service Manager
• Assist driver with Truck reversing as per company SOP

Other Requirements:

• Pressurised environment
• 6-day position
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays as per shift roster
• May be required to work on a rotating 12-hour shift which includes night shift

Qualification Requirements    

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Code 10 drivers license and PrDP (advantageous)

Experience Requirements    

• 1-2 Years’ experience FMCG industry (advantages)

Key Outputs    

• Good people management skills
• Relationship building skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Self-motivated and responsible

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Job Description    
We are committed to creating a vibrant working environment where all employees are passionate and excited about their contribution. Our on-going aim is to be recognised as a leading FMCG employer and to create a working environment where people feel free to share ideas and goals.
A career opportunity has arisen in the Sales Department – Premier  – KZN. This position is responsible be to drive growth and profitability by effectively managing key national accounts within the FMCG industry. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to maximise sales, strengthen relationships with customers,and achieve revenue targets.

Qualification Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field.

Experience Requirements    

• At least 5 years of experience in National Accounts Management within the FMCG industry, with a focus on HPC and Confectionery.
• Proven track record of successfully managing key accounts and driving sales growth.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret data to drive strategic decisions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and experience with sales analysis tools.
• Knowledge of the FMCG industry, including market dynamics and key trends.

Key Outputs    

•  National Accounts Management:Develop and execute effective account plans to grow sales and market share. Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts,negotiating contracts and agreements to drive business success.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of customer strategies and initiatives.
• Sales and Revenue Optimisation: Analyse market trends, consumer insights, and competitor activitie to identify growth opportunities. Develop and implement pricing strategies, promotions, and trade marketing programs to maximise sales and profitability.Monitor sales performance, conduct regular business reviews, and propose corrective actions as needed.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:Collaborate with internal teams such as marketing, supply chain, and finance to align on business objectives and strategies.Provide insights and recommendations to support the development of new products and innovation.
• Forecasting and Budgeting:Develop accurate sales forecasts, considering market trends, customer requirements, and product performance. Manage budgets effectively, optimising resource allocation and ensuring financial objectives are met.

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Job Description    

• At Premier, we recruit and invest in our employees for the long term. We believe that our growth depends on us having the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. We have a high-performance environment that attracts like-minded people who want to be their best every day and in doing so we grow together. The Artisan Electrician role is responsible to fulfill duties of the Plant and Engineering functions of the site maintenance team. Carrying out repairs and maintenance to the electrical and mechanical assets as well as plant settings and synchronization at the Bakery.

Qualification Requirements    

• Appropriate engineering qualifications (trade test + N3 and N6)
• MERSETA qualification essential.

Experience Requirements    

• Minimum 5 -year experience within a Baking and environment post qualification
• Hands on knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems
• Experience with scales, speed drives, pneumatic, electrical, instrumentation and hydraulics
• Must be able to read and update electrical drawings
• Experience with electrical power distribution (medium and low voltage)
• Knowledge of safety checks on mechanical equipment in accordance with OHSA

Key Outputs    

• Monitor and adjust when necessary, plant set points to ensure effective and efficient running of plants.
• Inspection of all electrical and mechanical equipment on Bakery site.
• Monitor and inspect plant for potential and existing defects.
• Carrying out of scheduled preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Fault finding and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Installation and project work as required.
• Carrying out of scheduled preventative maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Fault finding and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Installation and project work as required.
• Fault finding and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Installation and project work as required.
• Fault finding and repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Installation and project work as required.
• Perform standby on a rotational basis.
• Work overtime as a result of breakdowns and planned maintenance when required.
• Check report books daily and liaise with Maintenance Manager on action to be taken on reported defects.
• Report any defects noticed while performing normal functions.
• Perform breakdown functions on electrical and mechanical equipment at the Bakery.

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Job Description    

• At Premier, we recruit and invest in our employees for the long term. We believe that our growth depends on us having the right people with the right skills and the right attitude. We have a high-performance environment that attracts like-minded people who want to be their best every day and in doing so we grow together. The Transport Manager role is responsible to manage a team of employees responsible to ensure the roadworthiness and cleanliness of bakery trucks and that they are ready on time for it to be loaded in time for deliveries to leave as per agreed schedules.

Qualification Requirements    

• Matric
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic
• Diploma in logistics or similar

Experience Requirements    

• Transport controller/ Fleet manager role 3-5 Years
• Supervisory Experience 3-5 Years

Key Outputs    

• Ensure legal compliance and support OTIF deliveries by ensuring appropriate number of clean and roadworthy trucks per route according to the hygiene (FSSC 22000), AARTO SOP’s and RACI matrix requirements for the same.
• To ensure cost effective bakery deliveries through detailed fleet related expense tracking and monitoring, ensuring timely action of gaps identified in order to minimise cents per kilometer.
• To ensure roadworthy vehicles through the management of preventative maintenance and ensuring annual “certificate of fitness” per truck on time and in full prior to expiry dates for the same in collaboration with corporate bakery distribution team.
• To ensure a high performing transport team through the recruitment, training, coaching and supervision of the team responsible to clean and maintain trucks in line with Premier Way.
• To prevent theft, protect our fleet assets and support cost effective deliveries through ensuring fitment of trucks with vehicle monitoring systems by the preferred suppliers.

Minimise brand related risk caused by accidents and incidents through:

• leading investigations of accidents
• escalating reported incidents to the relevant driver supervisor for investigating
• following up on corrective actions implemented
• capturing feedback on reported incidents to close the call as needed
• closing procedural / process gaps to the relevant managers as needed
• liaising with driver training on new training needs identified.

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Job Description    
Purpose of the job:   

• Premier Fort Jackson Bakery is currently looking for a Loader to join their team. This position will be reporting to the Dispatch Supervisor, with the responsibility of loading and offload bread on site. This is a 6-day position and if you meet the below requirements, then we are looking for you.    

Responsibilities:

• Offload and loading bread according to offloads/ loading SOP
• Follow pipeline loading/offloading sequence
• Tray count and balancing of trays in a truck
• Attend daily invocoms
• Ensure that quality bread is loaded / offloaded
• Ensure a correct stock rotation (FIFO)
• Report back on loading /offloading related matters to offloads supervisors
• Ensure compliance with company policy and procedures

Other Requirements:

• 6-day position
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.
• Required to work on a rotating shift basis.

Qualification Requirements    

• Grade 12 with numerical skills

Experience Requirements    

• At least 3 months’ experience in a similar position in the FMCG industry

Key Outputs    

• Organisational understanding
• Business processes, rules and procedures
• Communication – written, verbal
• Accuracy/ Attention to detail
• Numerical ability
• Innovation/Continuous Improvements
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Sense of urgency/results orientation
• Respect

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Job Description    
Responsible for maintaining and growing existing targets across client base in the informal trade. 

Responsibilities:

• Floor walk, Stock management and presentation
• Returns, Administration
• Grow relationships with Customers
• Orders, New business accounts
• Identify sales opportunities & increase profitable availability
• Communication and interdepartmental synergy, Sales targets
• Crate Control, Cold Calling, Buildings Displays
• Relationship building internal and external customers, Route Riding
• Ability to control distribution Agents.

Qualification Requirements    

• Matric

Experience Requirements    

• 3-5 years sales experience
• Experience in an FMCG environment.
• Basic financial costing ability

Other Requirements:

• Need to balance office and trade
• Relationship building is imperative
• Flexibility in terms of relevant client location
• Code 08 license
• Field Marketer and Merchandising experience
• Required to work Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays

Key Outputs    

• Business procedures, rules and processes
• Analytical thinking and communication
• Accuracy/attention to detail and Decision making ability.
• Competition / competitor activity
• Client / Consumer relationships
• Organisational understanding, Sales Processes, Analytical thinking
• Accuracy / attention to detail, Communication, Decision making.
• Assertiveness, Conflict handling & influencing / negotiating.
• Proactivity, Interpersonal skills
• Innovation / continuous improvement
• Teamwork, Accountability
• Sense of urgency, Respect & IR