Jobs at Tiger Brands

Job Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE

• To realize production objectives of a section in the production department by conformance to product specifications/standards and effective staff management.

Responsibilities
WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Manage and coordinate daily production shift activities to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Closely monitor the peanut roasting process, ensuring parameters are strictly followed for quality and consistency.
• Lead and support shift supervisors, ensuring smooth communication and execution of tasks.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, hygiene, and quality standards (HACCP, GMP, etc.).
• Ensure compliance with production schedules and report any deviations to the Production Manager.
• Identify and escalate equipment or process issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Complete shift reports, production documentation, and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• Experience in food manufacturing, preferably in nut or spreads.
• Strong knowledge of roasting processes and food safety standards.
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing or guiding teams.
• Attention to detail, proactive mindset, and ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to be hands-on and present on the floor during roasting and production activities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Reports directly to the Production Manager. 

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 and Mechanical maintenance qualification/ Supervisory qualification, e.g. TMA.
• Three years' experience as a Manufacturing Supervisor/Team leader; management of subordinates (human skills); experience in the mechanical maintenance of equipment.

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Job Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

• You are accountable for the production and material planning process within the respective category. You support the analysis of critical demand-supply imbalances as input to the S&OP process. You drive continuous improvement of the production, capacity & material planning process and conduct regular supply analytics and validating planning policies / parameters

Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:
Key Attributes and Competencies

• Generate supply plans (MPS and MRP) for your respective category and ensure continuous improvement of the supply planning process
• Ensure efficient production planning to provide finished goods in accordance with the demand plan
• Ensure efficient planning of RM/PM to be able to maintain high % of Plan Adherence
• Analyze sales forecast and inventory data to ensure creation of weekly master production schedule in accordance with customer service targets, logistics and manufacturing cost goals for supply chain
• Manage schedulers to develop capacity plans that optimize on time service and productivity
• Collaborate with manufacturing and procurement to optimize supply plan and improve delivery
• Prepare and facilitate Supply Review forums e.g. supply plan with capacity utilization, supply gaps and action plans, supply opportunities
• Analyze critical demand-supply imbalances  and develop various supply scenarios as input to the S&OP process and conduct regular supply analytics and validating planning policies / parameters
• Utilize and continuous develop supply planning tools (SAP IBP)
• Review of target stocks levels on quarterly basis and monthly stock projection
• Manage inventory levels to optimize capital investment with on time service
• Partner with procurement to work on supplier development with strategic vendors
• Ensure planning and coordination with key stakeholders (NPD etc) for new product launches

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Customer Service
• Stock Cover Days & Value
• Conformance to Plan & BIAS
• Waste _ SLOBS Value
• Unconstrained & Constrained MPS plan for a rolling 24 months
• Inventory Model that meets group policies
• Updated database, Risk’s and opportunities /contingency plans

Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Key Professional Competencies

• Core knowledge – Supply Planning, Production Planning, Material Planning and S&OP.  Planning Best Practices (process & technology), The Interrelation of customer service, product management, Inventory management, Supply Chain KPI’s.
• Key foundational competencies
• Academic – Analytical Skills, Negotiation Skills, Problem solving, Decision making, Degree or Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Production or Supply Chain Management
• Leadership – Influencing others, driving long-term results, developing myself & others, staying a step-ahead, managing change
• Personal Effectiveness – Effective communication, Interpersonal skills.

Experience

• Function – 3-5 yrs experience in planning and production management
• Industry – Experience in FMCG industry desirable

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Job Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE

• You are accountable to manage the effective distribution of products this means more than moving products from point A to point B as swiftly and cheaply as possible, it means you will ensure detailed planning and execution to minimize risks and challenges while being aware of marketplace dynamics and opportunities for improved competitiveness and greater growth.  You are also responsible for effective fleet management

Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Maintain the effective use of distribution resources, procedures and controls to minimize losses, maximize product integrity in all processes at the bakery and depots
• Conduct regular route profitability reviews and operate with the most cost-effective cents per kilometer
• Manage debrief processes at the bakeries to ensure integrity and availability of the information to enable the sales function to maintain highest possible customer service levels
• Fleet management to ensure optimal service levels at the lowest costs
• Put key metrics in place to drive business performance

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Overall net sales target
• Customer Satisfaction
• Effective cost containment

Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Key attributes and competencies

• Apply sound judgement, a high level of drive and positive influence so as the distribution teams at the Bakery to manage the distribution facilities and resources to meet the required customer service level and sales volumes within the operational budget

Experience

• Diploma / Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain Management
• 5 years distribution experience in the bread baking industry, at least 3 years of which is at a management level
• Continuous improvement, quality and safety experience in a manufacturing / distribution environment