Jobs at The Heineken Company

Key performance areas include (but are not limited to):

• Effective production Scheduling of Cellars processing
• Optimal weekly scheduling rhythms 
• Optimal capacity utilization of cellars processing
• Assist with compilation of cellar volumes budgets/forecasts
• Adhere to suppliers MOQ (minimum order quantity) and lead times
• Management of internal- and external supplier relations and Service Level Agreements
• Engagement with internal stake holders on site and at head office (central material planning and logistics department)
• Issuing of bulk loading plans and management of OTIF deliveries
• Drive Service Levels and Working Capital Management (Stock levels)
• Reduce the cost of inventory in Bulk stock holding, including bulk consumables
• Ensure Planning Master Data Accuracy
• Control Flavour Approvals by QC ready for use. Request extension from suppliers where required.
• Verify Flavour Request- and Flavour Store Request Forms
• Support and Drive Innovation & Supply Chain Excellence
• Lead and govern bulk change control (New Products, Product Upgrades)
• Actively participate in Mini-Business activities and drive world class best practice
• Assist in flavours/consumables stock taking
• Complete ICC for the ingredients store

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• Minimum academic requirements: NQF 7 in Supply Chain & Operations Management or similar
• 2 – 3 Years work experience in a similar environment
• Previous experience in Cellar or similar process operations scheduling & planning
• Working knowledge of planning.  SAP is advantageous
• Previous experience in using production scheduling tools such as an ERP suite
• MRP process / tool knowledge 
• Planning system / tools knowledge
• Strong Planning Skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Advance level of competency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint)
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours when required
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks in an organized and structured manner
• Must be meticulous and display attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Must have reliable transport to and from work
• Ability to analyse, interpret and compute sets of data
• Previous processing operations experience advantageous

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Key Responsibilities:

• Owns the end-to-end relationships to the business function, closely interact on all levels to give inputs into and delivery of digital transformation.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to ensure the development of efficient and effective digital solutions aligned to global standards and strategies.
• Build relationships with key business and technology stakeholders to secure buy-in and engagement
• Accountable to identify opportunities for the utilise digital technologies to drive growth and improve operational efficiency.
• Manage and develop a team of snr technology specialists and DnT Managers ensuring that they have the necessary skills and resources to meet business needs.
• Oversee do deliver radical automation resulting in transformation and cost saving.
• Overall accountable for HB Commerce and RTC strategy from a DnT point of view.
• Stay up to date with emerging digital technologies, trends and evaluate their potential for use within the OpsCo
• Optimal capacity planning, ensuring that the delivery (BAU and Project) is properly resourced and that all team members are clear on their roles and responsibilities.
• Accountable for incident & support resolution and root cause analysis within SLA
• Manage relevant vendor relationships, contracts and SLA’s
• Build Strong external network with participation on key application forums/bodies
• Jointly accountable for delivery of and monitoring project progress and take corrective action as necessary to ensure that the project stays on track within budget.
• Ensure sound cyber, governance and risk management.
• The responsible management of the assigned Cost Centre for all activities (Opex and Capex) in the annual planning and monthly cycles

Education and Skills:

• Relevant Bachelors Degree
• At least 10 years of experience in IT, with a focus on digital transformation and business solutions design. 
• 7 + years of progressive leadership experience in leading cross-functional teams and enterprise-wide programs, operating and influencing effectively across the organization and within complex contexts.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing digital strategies and roadmaps.
• Strong knowledge of digital technologies and trends, such as cloud computing, big data analytics, machine learning, and mobile applications.
• Very strong understanding of business and best of breed processes and operating models.
• Experience with define Digital & IT strategies and roadmaps.
• Strong Leadership and experience in managing and developing a team of senior technology specialists.
• Ability to explain complex technical processes to business stakeholders.
• Excellent people, change and conflict management, leadership and facilitation skill

Closing Date: 30/01/2026