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Job Description

• A leading manufacturing operation in the packaging industry is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to join their team in East London. This pivotal role reports directly to the Operations Executive and offers an exciting opportunity to lead
• production and maintenance functions within a fast-paced, continuous manufacturing environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics)
• 5 years'+ experience in a manufacturing production environment (preferably FMCG, packaging industry)
• 2 years+' experience In Production Management within a continuous production setup, managing a team.
• Proficient in MS Office and production-related software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• High levels of integrity, urgency, and accountability
• Commercial acumen and a solid understanding of financial controls
• Proven ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement
• Experience in the packaging industry will be highly beneficial

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all machine and plant maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the production team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement.
• Support fault diagnosis and root cause analysis; ensure timely resolution and accurate job card completion.
• Monitor and improve machine efficiencies, especially where performance falls below 85%.
• Drive measurable technical and process improvements to enhance production effectiveness.
• Manage the mould and equipment budget, including consumables and spare part cost control.
• Work collaboratively with the Quality team to ensure ISO standards and quality benchmarks are met.
• Enforce adherence to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment.
• Ensure factory compliance with internal production standards.
• Maintain top-tier housekeeping standards (5s) and enforce dress code compliance.
• Facilitate the training and development of production staff.

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Job Description

• A leading manufacturing operation in the packaging industry is seeking a dynamic Production Manager to join their team in East London. This pivotal role reports directly to the Operations Executive and offers an exciting opportunity to lead
• production and maintenance functions within a fast-paced, continuous manufacturing environment.

Minimum Requirements:

• Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Mechatronics)
• 5 years'+ experience in a manufacturing production environment (preferably FMCG, packaging industry)
• 2 years+' experience In Production Management within a continuous production setup, managing a team.
• Proficient in MS Office and production-related software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• High levels of integrity, urgency, and accountability
• Commercial acumen and a solid understanding of financial controls
• Proven ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement
• Experience in the packaging industry will be highly beneficial

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all machine and plant maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Lead, motivate, and manage the production team to deliver high performance and continuous improvement.
• Support fault diagnosis and root cause analysis; ensure timely resolution and accurate job card completion.
• Monitor and improve machine efficiencies, especially where performance falls below 85%.
• Drive measurable technical and process improvements to enhance production effectiveness.
• Manage the mould and equipment budget, including consumables and spare part cost control.
• Work collaboratively with the Quality team to ensure ISO standards and quality benchmarks are met.
• Enforce adherence to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment.
• Ensure factory compliance with internal production standards.
• Maintain top-tier housekeeping standards (5s) and enforce dress code compliance.
• Facilitate the training and development of production staff.

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Job Description

• The Westfalia I-Team (WiT), situated in Tzaneen has a vacancy for a suitably qualified and experienced Horticultural Development Manager.
• Westfalia Fruit is a leading multinational supplier of fresh fruit and related value-added products to global markets. Through our vertically-integrated supply chain we grow, source, ripen, pack, process and market quality avocadoes & fresh produce - 365 days a year & across the globe.
• With the largest avocado-growing footprint in the world, we are recognised as the leading avocado experts and considered as the supplier of choice to both retail & wholesale customers whom we serve from sales offices in the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America & Southern Africa.

Purpose of the role:

• To manage and align Westfalia's intellectual property (IP) and horticultural development services by supporting both internal and external stakeholders. The role encompasses legal and commercial responsibilities related to IP, strategic support to the Operations Manager, and ensuring effective IP protection, commercialization, and royalty management. The incumbent also provides technical horticultural support to global licensees and contributes to financial oversight within the Westfalia i-Team department.

Key Responsibilities:

IP Management & Legal Coordination:

• Draft, finalize, and maintain legal documents related to IP
• Ensure contracts comply with SA and international plant protection laws
• Manage IP database and communication with partners

Commercialization of IP:

• Identify opportunities for and manage commercialization of Westfalia's IP
• Provide technical support to growers and research partners
• Negotiate licensing agreements and contracts

Horticultural Support:

• Manage a nursery for international trial trees
• Coordinate cross-border plant movement and provide technical assistance
• Support national and international licensees in IP development

Financial Administration & Budgeting:

• Monitor and reconcile royalty income and expenses
• Manage own budget with a variance target of <10%
• Ensure accurate invoicing and income tracking

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, or a related agricultural field (essential)
• Training in Intellectual Property or South African/international Law (advantageous)

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years in an agricultural research and development environment
• Experience managing legal and IP documentation in an agricultural or research context
• Financial oversight or budgeting experience within a research or business unit
• Exposure to international collaboration and stakeholder management is an advantage

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Integrity and professionalism
• Service-driven with a collaborative mindset
• Strong problem-solving and independent decision-making ability
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to coach and guide subordinates where necessary
• Ability to travel locally and internationally

Technical Competencies:

• Project and IP management
• Financial administration and royalty tracking
• Contract drafting and negotiation
• Database management (related to IP/royalties)
• Proficiency in English; Spanish or Portuguese (advantageous) 

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Summary:

• Mouton Citrus, a leading citrus producer, packer, and exporter, seeks an Asset Accountant to join our Finance team. This position will be responsible for managing the budget, accounting and reporting of the group's capex investments and fixed assets. The Asset Accountant will assist Management with capital allocation decisions in the execution of its strategic growth plan, monitor performance against project budgets and feasibility models, maintain asset records according to policy, ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax legislation, provide accurate and timely financial information to internal and external stakeholders and assist in risk management related to fixed assets

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in compiling Capex Budgets (short and long-term)
• Reporting on Capex Spend against approved budgets
• Maintain the fixed assets register within the ERP system (record additions, disposals, transfers, impairments, depreciation, and amortization of assets)
• Maintain asset tax values (assets tax register) to ensure tax efficiency of the group's investment strategy.
• Manage the identifiability of assets and cross-reference with other systems and applications within Mouton Citrus
• Maintain insured values/identifiability for insurance purposes. Assist the Head of Finance in managing the short-term insurance portfolio.
• Reconcile the fixed asset register to the general ledger and sub-ledgers
• Assist with the preparation of financial statements, tax returns, and audit requests, specifically related to fixed assets
• Assist in reviewing asset-related invoices for payment approval according to policy
• Implement and improve the internal controls and processes for asset accounting including nursery inventory
• Feasibility calculations and financial modelling of capex projects for the Board/Investment Committee. Long-term tracking of actuals compared to original modelling.
• Lifecycle costs: integrate with Pragma and R+M/service records
• Stay updated on the latest accounting standards and best practices for asset accounting

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in asset accounting or a similar role
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g. PA(SA), CIMA) or working towards one
• Proficient in MS Excel, accounting software and asset management software (MS Dynamics/Business Central/Pragma advantageous)
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting standards for assets

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Job Overview:

• The Executive: Commercial will be accountable for the comprehensive development and execution of an innovative and growth-oriented commercial strategy encompassing all products and channels within the AA. This pivotal role is responsible for accelerating profitable business growth and ensuring the attainment of commercial success across the organization.
• This executive will cultivate and champion a robust sales and customer service culture throughout all channels within the Association. In close collaboration with the management team, the incumbent will formulate and direct effective B2C and B2B strategies, fostering synergistic interactions and activities across all divisions. With a strategic focus on new market penetration, the Executive will direct and manage all sales channels across AA business units, including membership sales, digital sales, corporate sales, and account management. Furthermore, this role will proactively identify and pursue opportunities for the development of novel sales channels.

Division: Commercial

• Direct Report to: Chief Executive Officer
• Direct Report from: Business Relationship Manager / Product Owner / Customer Experience/ Sales Contact Centre

Key Responsibilities:

Job Objectives and work activities

• Develop and Implement Commercial Strategies: Create and execute sales strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve commercial targets in line with the company's overall objectives
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including acquiring new customers, exploring new markets, and expanding the AA's service offerings
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key clients at all levels, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention
• Identify profitable commercial opportunities to grow revenue and market share and assess the risks thereof
• Identify and develop strategic partnerships to expand the AA's commercial reach and enhance its offerings
• Provide leadership and direction to the commercial departments by ensuring that the appropriate structures, systems, and competencies are developed in order to meet and exceed objectives.
• Direct activities and set performance goals accordingly
• Provide support and oversight of cross-functional teams, including:  
• Establishing a system of reports and communications for the flow of information between the sales, services, marketing, and PR teams
• Organise and direct sales, services, marketing, and communications strategy meetings on a regular basis for the review of plans and programmes
• Evaluation of market research to adjust sales, services, marketing, and communications strategy, where necessary, to meet changing market and competitive conditions and ensure that all business development opportunities (new products, services, and markets) are optimised
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
• Remain abreast of developments in the fields of sales, customer experience management, marketing, and communications, and use this information to ensure that the organisation operates with initiative and innovation
• Develop and maintain an excellent understanding of key customers/target audience to ensure that their needs are being met and that their business is retained
• Work closely with the marketing and communications division to define marketing campaigns, materials, and programmes
• Ensure that regular reviews are carried out with customers, to ensure that their needs are being met, excellent customer service is achieved, and future improvements/services for the customers can be developed
• Provide tactical direction in respect of the development of CLM, CRM, and CSI to improve customer experience
• Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing and loyalty activities in relation to customer experience
• Oversee the management of customer complaint resolution and/or queries received via the various touchpoints
• Represent the company externally, e.g., networking events, conferences, and exhibitions, to enhance and strengthen the company's profile and optimise all business development opportunities
• Any other related duties required by the CEO from time to time

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• MBA - or a relevant tertiary qualification may be advantageous
• Proven track record of at least 8 - 10 years of sales experience, preferably in a commercial setting, with a demonstrable understanding of the relevant industry
• Strong understanding of sales principles, customer service practices, and business development techniques
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to confidently engage and influence at all levels, including boardroom and executive levels
• Exceptional negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to manage conflict and overcome objections
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to develop and implement effective commercial strategies

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Job Description

• We're looking for a results-driven Sales Representative to join a well-established company that supplies liquid filling and labelling equipment to some of the biggest names in the beverage industry in Gauteng. Join a company known for its strong team culture, long employee tenures, and industry-leading solutions in the beverage equipment space. If you're looking to grow with a supportive team while managing key accounts and selling high-value solutions across the region, this could be your next move

Minimum Requirement's

• Background in engineering, food technology, packaging, or processing
• Strong sales personality with a proven ability to close large technical deals
• 3 - 5 years experience in selling capital equipment or working in production/packaging lines is highly advantageous
• High-energy, self-starter who enjoys building relationships and hunting for new business

Responsibilities:

• Sell end-of-line beverage equipment - including bottling units, labelling systems, and filling lines
• Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing - focusing on long-term consultative sales (12-month sales cycle)
• Manage and grow key existing client accounts while identifying and developing new business opportunities
• Develop and grow your territory across Gauteng, Mpumalanga, and KZN
• Prepare presentations, tenders, and technical proposals
• Collaborate with technical and product teams and receive in-depth training from international suppliers