Multiple Job Vacancies at The South African Breweries (SAB)

Job Purpose

The key purpose of this role is to be accountable for End-to-End Planning, Management and Coordination of all activities related to the international transportation of Inventory for Africa Zone. This includes overseeing the entire order cycle to enhance business development and ensure sustainability and customer satisfaction.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Develop/Implement/Manage the strategy for IMEX AFR Zone to optimize the planning, procurement and deployment of product within the IMEX scope.
• Generate and Utilize IMEX & International Logistics & Supply Chain systems and reports to track and analyze inventory data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Collaborate with Zone and NoCC Planning teams to manage timeous planning and execution of all IMEX Related projects and inventory flows, including reverse logistics.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholder groups to stay updated with Customs Regulations, Documentation Requirements, Duties & Taxes, Shipping Requirements, Packaging Requirements and any other legal considerations to proactively identify potential risks or opportunities.
• Prepare regular reports and presentations to communicate key performance metrics, supply chain insights, and improvement recommendations to management and senior leadership
• Support and Manage Zone LCP as per Scope Requirement
• Manage and support the implementation and use of Zone reporting Tools and/or Dashboards

Profile:

• Effective numeracy and analytical skills & problem-solving skills at operational, tactical and strategic levels
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Good communicator across all levels within and external to the organization
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build rapport and influence across all levels in the organization
• Excellent self management practices with a pro-active, energetic and committed approach
• Excellent presentation and report drafting skills
• Excellent analytical understanding and strong excel capabilities advantageous
• Ability to manage multiple streams of information optimally with attention to detail
• Candidate should have a 3-Year Bachelor level degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.
• 1-2 years planning experience in International Logistics and/or Supply Chain Planning and Execution is advantageous

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Job Purpose:

The key purpose of this role is responsible for leading the Process Engineering function in the Brewery. Optimise the generation and utilization of all utilities within the process. Identifying and delivering initiatives to deliver step change performance improvement and process stability in order to realise true process capability.

Key outputs and responsibilities:

• Apply Engineering principles to solve main brewery problems for KPI improvement
• Provide and maintain Better-World standards across site
• Apply engineering principles in assisting site departmental production teams to achieve optimal plant performance
• Provide line support for situational and systemic problem-solving
• Execute identified process optimisation initiatives
• Execute identified process capability studies
• Provide design support for regional capital projects
• Support the execution of regional capital projects
• Lead small CAPIN projects in site departmental plants
• Provide coaching to process engineering trainees
• Assist with the identification and closure of site departmental technological gaps
• Manage, co-ordinate and implement improvement projects to ensure optimization of site departmental processes

Minimum Requirements:

• Min BSc Chemical engineering or equivalent qualification
• 3 –5 Years’ Experience
• Knowledge of problem techniques and process optimization
• Deep understanding of E&F and Brewing plant, Process Controls and Automation, design and commissioning
• Excellent understanding of N-Block and the Env Pillar
• Good understanding of BTS Operations
• Individuals in Current Technical Trainee roles ready to checkout can also apply Checked out Process Engineer advantageous
• Rigorous analytical skills and ability to apply them to complex problems
• Ability to develop project plans and meet project deadlines
• Ability to multi-task
• Work on his/her own initiative

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The Key Purpose of this role is overseeing, managing, and enhancing the internal control framework and processes within an organization. This involves strategic collaboration on the planning, policy development, risk assessment, and collaboration with various departments to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Operational and Internal Control Leadership on the strategic goals of the function.
• Drive the execution of the strategic vision for the internal controls function in alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Internal Control specialists, ensuring effective collaboration and optimal performance.
• Implement and maintain a robust Internal Control Framework (MICS), Delegation of Authority (DAG) and Policies that encompass all critical business processes, systems, and functions.
• Establish and implement methodologies to drive consistency and continuous compliance monitoring across the different functions within Africa Internal Controls and the broader global Internal controls community.
• Lead and manage strategic projects that are vital to achieving the organization's overall objectives and vision

• Conduct regular enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify and prioritize potential risks associated with internal controls and business processes.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize identified risks and enhance the overall control environment.
• Oversee and coordinate internal audit activities to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with, control requirement, DAG, policies and procedures.
• Review audit findings and recommendations, working with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for enhancing processes, controls, and operational efficiencies.
• Drive initiatives to optimize the internal control processes by leveraging data and benchmarking business/industry best practice to improve the effectiveness and compliance of business processes that meet the organizational goals.
• Key point of contact to the business for internal control queries on MICS, DAG, SODs and Finance Control policies.
• Key contact for local external auditors: ensure alignment on timelines, scoping, progress, reporting of results, etc.
• Communicate effectively with senior management, audit committees, and stakeholders regarding internal controls status, audit results, and recommended actions.
• Prepare and present periodic reports on internal control assessments, compliance, and performance to Functional and BU leadership.
• Effectively drive the combined assurance objective by collaborating with GRM and external auditors to optimize improvement opportunities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or similar are beneficial.
• Previous experience in internal controls, auditing, risk management, or compliance (typically 5+ years) is preferred.
• Strong leadership skill with prior experience in managing high performing teams.
• Previous experience in Sarbanes Oxley (SOx).
• Proficient in using software and tools (SAP, PowerBi, SQL) for data analysis and documentation.

Key Competencies and Attributes:

• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with conflicting priorities and deadlines
• Exposure to Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector preferred in the areas of manufacturing, distribution and finance would be advantageous.

Additional information:

• Band : VI

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Job Summary 

The key purpose of this role is to drive a consistent Service Level by ensuring superior POC execution of the Delivery Process while executing our competition strategy responsibly. Grow profitability by exploiting delivery mode opportunities

Key roles and responsibilities:

Load Plan Execution

• Day to day management of customers related delivery queries or complaints
• Root cause analysis of queries and complaints conducted to prevent recurrence
• Ensure drivers adhere to offloading standards at POC and maintain customer service levels - Establish, document and communicate SOP for delivery staff to follow • Ensure Driver and Crew image is maintained in-trade
• Incorporate Safety guidelines on all Delivery SOPs
• Implement morning meetings before deliveries and control driver working hours to be within regulatory guidelines Delivery Service Level
• All Customer DSP’s negotiated, agreed and communicated to customer base
• Continuous communication with Centralised Planning to ensure calibration of master data to meet customers changing needs
• Supervision of in trade deliveries as per SL market plan with clearly defines and measurable outcomes
• Continuous communication with Centralised Planning to ensure calibration of master data to meet customers changing needs
• The use of management tools to address the reoccurring issues experiences in trade with delivery service level (SICs, OWDs, 5Whys, AB report)

Delivery Productivity Management

• In trade coaching with errant offenders on MBFU, refusals and OODD
• Ensuring that delivery modes share us adhered and continually look for opportunities to pursue cheaper modes.
• Master Data verified for accuracy
• Carry out in-trade Owner Driver standard verification
• Adherence to market visit plan within trade presence at a minimum of x4 days a week ensuring adherence to SOPs and OWDs done to open the gap where necessary

Quality Management

• Ensure Quality is clear in the Route Delivery Execution Process and people know and follow it.
• Ensure all employees understand the customer complaint process. Process is in place, KPI is tracked and there are action plans to improve results. Consumer complaints GOPS are being tracked and implemented
• Ensure that the driver base is trained and equipped to identify quality related issues and understands correct handling methodology to minimise issues

Capacity Occupation and Refusal Management

• Establish SLA with 2DCP on Capacity Occupation daily optimisation
• Ensure that appropriate communication channel in place and action plans have been developed to track Refusals
• Ensure return policies are in place and they cover all items and they are adhered to and updated.

Support Service Social Systems

• Establish routines to with CXC to track performance
• Create an environment that allows for cross functional learning and integration

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant 3-year tertiary degree/diploma, preferably in Supply Chain and or Logistics
• 2 years’ experience in a customer service role within an FMCG Supply Chain and or Logistics
• Valid Code 08 Drivers License
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• SAP experience will be preferred
• Knowledge of customer service principles
• Demonstrates reliability
• Good interpersonal skills / builds good relationships
• Ability to work under pressure
• Verbal ability and communication skills
• Excellent self-management and planning skills
• Strong achievement orientation

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Job Purpose

The key purpose of this role is to lead our new intake of talents who’ve come in with our DynamX as well as developing and delivering a pipeline of amazing talent to the Zone. Responsible for the management of the trainees, the rotations, the routines and overseeing the execution of the program as it has been designed. The  Talent Program Specialist will also be engaging and aligning with the Product Owners, Stakeholders as required per the model, driving the recruitment and intake of the trainees as per the plan.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Drive the implementation of the DynamX Programme as designed
• Lead, Coach and Mentor the team of trainees
• Work collaboratively and regularly engage with Leadership teams on the program
• Work with the countries across the Zone to ensure an equivalent In Country experience is created for the DynamX Program
• Implement a sound knowledge management repository to support the program
• Drive high levels of performance, target achievement & output quality of the teams through the effective implementation and engagement of the Evaluation Models as defines
• Manage the daily, weekly and monthly operations and routines of the teams and the programme
• Management and Scheduling of rotations and performance of the DynamX trainees
• Use Data and predictive Analytics to make impactful decisions for the program
• Execute and evolve areas of the DynamX Program as needed

Profile

• Matric and relevant Tertiary Qualification
• Strong customer service focus coupled with an optimization mindset
• Strong systems understanding
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relations
• Scrum/Agile Experience an advantage
• Experience in management of SLA’s
• Excellent problem solving skills
• People Management Experience
• Good Business knowledge and acumen
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• Intermediate Excel skills a must
• Attention to detail
• Proven ability to implement and achieve business results through other people
• Proven ability to think creatively and out of the box
• Proven ability to manage quality
• Effective organizational skills: planning, focus, discipline
• Ability to think conceptually and strategically, while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources

Reports

Direct reports:

• 120 Trainees

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Job Summary 

The key purpose of the Business Analyst – Procure to Pay role is to provide application support and delivery of minor projects and enhancements in the Back Office Tech function.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage support vendors for applications in the Procurement Tech stack.
• Escalation and management of critical incidents.
• Deliver minor projects and enhancements within project budget.
• Lead and manage project teams comprising of internal resources and vendors.
• Assist business users with technical queries and provide system training, guidance and advice as required.
• Perform SOX / MICS control activities for PTP applications.
• Management of ZBB budget for applications in PTP Tech stack.
• Tech routines – CAB, ARB, ORB.

Profile: Education

• IT or Finance related degree.

Experience:

• 5 years' experience of working in an IT project and or support environment.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of Finance and Procurement processes.
• Basic understanding of the incident management life cycle.
• Experience in Project delivery using Agile methodology.
• Able to translate business requirements into system technical solutions.
• Ability to lead and manage project teams.
• Communicate clearly, effectively and professionally to all people regardless of role in company. 
• SAP experience in Finance and Procurement modules.
• SAP FI – CO or MM certified is an advantage.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, etc.)

Additional Information:

• Band: VII

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Key roles and responsibilities:

• Generate, optimise and control weekly production/inventory plans for the supply network across the 13 week horizon (3 months)
• Management of production planning system(s) & master data
• Daily/weekly communication with various teams including Supply (Breweries), Material requirements planning (MRP), Circular Packaging, Demand Planning, Inventory
• Deployment, Major Equipment Outages Planning
• Understand, analyse and review 13-week plan inputs (e.g., Brewery capacity, Demand plan, Gross Line Yield, Downtime, Material availability) in order to
• minimize costs while driving KPI achievement
• Following up on the execution of the production/inventory plan
• Reporting weekly on KPI/production performance highlighting areas of potential risk or opportunities in the 13-week plan
• Identify and analyse deviations to production/inventory plans in order to drive performance improvement
• Drive OTIF delivery (Service Level) & VILC savings
• Preparation for Weekly S&OE meeting

Profile:

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management,
• Logistics, Engineering or any other relevant Commerce qualification
• Preferably 1 - 3 years working experience.

Skills and competencies

• Strong analytic and numerical skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to engage and influence multiple stakeholders
• Ability to understand and interpret trends
• Good leadership qualities
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Proactive, energetic and ambitious
• Resilient and able to manage change effectively
• Strong attention to detail

Additional Information:

• Band: VII
• Occasional travel to the breweries may be required
• Reporting to Weekly Supply Network Planning Lead (WSNP)
• Works closely with Brewery teams in the Supply function

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Job Purpose:

The key purpose of this role is to develop and implement Reporting & Insights to provide the Africa Zone with accurate, timely and decision-useful insights. Also, engaging with functional leads to enable operational performance improvement.

Key outputs and responsibilities:

• Analyse business data needs and determine needs resolution through automated repeatable processes, dashboards and mathematical modelling.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistent reporting by analysing , visualising , designing and creating optimal reporting and analytics processes to meet the business’ operational and strategic needs.
• Prepare transparent standard reports.
• Develop tools for effective data capture & information management.
• Develop and implement smarter and quicker ways of presenting information.
• Validate New Reports and System Developments
• Strong experience with BI and visualization tools like PowerBI
• Understanding the stakeholder requirement and developing PowerBI Dashboard
• Identify and pursue opportunities for synergy from aligning and improving reporting and analytics technologies, tools and platforms.
• Ensure compliance with globally aligned service policies, procedures, standards tools and operating plans. (As per agreed policies).
• Continuously seek improvements in reporting and analytics processes, products and technology within the business to continuously improve quality.
• Review SLA/OLA targets and publish regular reports on service performance and achievement to the business.
• Work with function and process owners to identify and assess appropriate automation use cases.

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary degree or diploma
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience with a high-performance track record.
• Good knowledge of data & reporting tools (PowerBI, Power Query, Tabular Editor, SQL, Azure, SAP, Syspro, Brewdat)
• Ability to build productive working relationships internally and externally.
• Strong interpersonal/business skills and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Excellent stakeholder management.
• Ability to generate team cooperation.
• Analytical approach / good problem-solving skills.
• Capable of being entrusted with “confidential” information.
• Ability to be flexible with position duties and scope of work.

Additional information:

• Band: VIII

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The key purpose of the role is to take ownership of business cycle – 3YP and Budget.

Key roles and responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of the planning business cycle from developing guidance/targets, analyzing financials, developing models and identifying areas of opportunity within Africa’s financial strategy
• Translating data into business insights to step change the financial objectives, investment plans, and resource allocation
• Engage in 3YP and Budget reviews with each of the different Business Units and Zone Functions, preparing the Zone President & VP Finance for relevant topics with BU’s and Global, and ensuring actions from the reviews are executed
• Ownership of financial model for P&L, interacting with Zone Functions (Sales, Marketing, Supply, Procurement, People etc) to identify and size main initiatives and develop plans to build targets.
• Provide analytical support across the key BBP functions

Profile

• Education: Bcomm Degree; preferably CA(SA), CIMA or MBA equivalent
• No. of years’ experience: 3-6 years FMCG experience
• Resilient, flexible and adaptable
• Leadership, influence and consensus building
• Ability to work with constant change, work within tight reporting deadlines and in a stressful environment
• Strong inter-personal and presentation skills

Additional Information

• Band: VI
• ABInBev is an equal opportunity employer and all appointments will be made in line with ABInBev employment equity plan and talent requirement

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Key roles and responsibilities:

• Provide high level scopes and budgets in consultation with the Global, Zone and regional teams for annual planning purposes
• Consider environmental legislation, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors in the planning & risk analysis phase 
• Actively reviews State of the Art  technical solutions that are available in the market with a view to implementing them in cases where there is a compelling business case that delivers operational performance improvement
• Reviews existing Malting Installations and make recommendations to simplify and modernise as required so that plant safety, operational performance and maintenance practices are optimised/improved to support business strategy
• Leads the Design Management of the total scope and enables this by planning and organising the engineering and design work for the project. Oversees, directs and coordinates this work
• Understands and implements all design, technical specifications and engineering requirements for projects from concept to detailed design (FEP 0 to FEP3) level of detail so that RFQ’s can be prepared and detailed design supported
• Ensures that FEP3 designs are implemented in the project Build Phase and any significant changes that may affect quality, cost, time or outputs are documented and approved via the project management system with decision support notes
• Review and approve malting engineering specifications that form part of OEM equipment supply
• Participate as required in the technical supplier adjudications to assist with appropriate appointments that meet the Companies operational performance, reporting requirements, usage monitoring and safety KPI’s
• After supplier appointments have been made, provide support to the Implementation team to ensure that detailed integration work can be carried out between the various contractors
• In conjunction with the rest of the Development team, review and optimise plant layouts to ensure lowest cost installation and operation of plant and equipment. Enables a value engineering mind-set to the design review process
• Participate and/or arrange for suitably qualified process personnel to participate in FAT’s Hazop’s and quality assurance interventions. as required

Reporting Requirements:

• Regular update of project development tracker
• Project status reports as per routine 

Profile:

• A bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent  with 4-6 years work experience, some of which as a contractor or Raw Materials Consultant
• At least 3 to 5 years FMCG or malting's experience would be an advantage
• A checked out Brewing or Eng & Capex trainee , with IBD quailifcations would be an advantage
• Design experience in malting's operations and projects at a senior level and in value in excess of $10m
• Working knowledge of major malting's functional blocks (materials handling, steeping, germination, kilning, utilities, etc.)
• Good understanding of best in equipment solutions to enable accurate technical reviews and adjudication of contractors bids.
• Good understanding of QC and laboratory methodology for malting operations
• Solid understanding of project management tools and techniques such as PMBOK. A Project Management Qualification would be an advantage

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Good communicator with the development team to ensure that design requirements are defined timeously by other disciplines to ensure designs are completed on time.
• Process orientated and assertive to ensure that projects are executed in accordance with well proven and established practices and safety requirements
• Proven experience in solving project related problems with pragmatic solutions.
• Excellent organisational skills that enable systematic prioritisation to logically complete tasks and deliver results.
• General commercial and financial understanding.
• Leadership skills, interpersonal skills and strong team player
• Ability to manage people and conflicts
• Computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time

Additional Information:

• Band: VII
• Based in *SA BU (as per Zone structure)
• Reporting to Zone Projects Development Manager

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The key purpose of this role is to maintain, repair and optimize plant and associated devices to plant availability and product quality at minimum cost without sacrificing standards.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Provide specialist support to the
• shift based teams during operations. This will include standby and day shift support
• Where requested, assist as a functional expert in problem solving. This must be undertaken in support of the process artisan
• Where requested, provide guidance and advice to the shift based teams on machine operation, machine fault finding, correct responses to machine failure modes and alarm management
• Where requested, provide coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer of machine operation to shift based teams
• Take part, as functional expert, in regional, central office and manufacturing systems plant optimization trials
• Dotted line support to the Automation PTE and Systems team
• Take part in maintenance planning meeting, contributing suggestions and clarifying work required
• Carry out work during the planned maintenance window in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule issued by the planner
• Where scheduled work can not be completed, feed back to the maintenance planner for direction. This may involve rescheduling t he work or prioritizing outstanding work
• Assist fellow team members in the execution of their tasks in during planned maintenance windows
• Partake in maintenance
• postmortems to feedback problems, opportunities and learnings from maintenance activities
• Partake in C&A related maintenance schedules issued by the Maintenance Planner and as stipulated by the C&A GOP
• Carry out routine maintenance activities in accordance with the maintenance schedule
• Where problems have been uncovered during routine maintenance, these must be resolved using the appropriate problem solving techniques. If required, additional resources may be called in to assist

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma/N6 in Electrical Engineering/ Industrial Electronics/Instrumentation/
• Electro techniques
• Trade tested
• Experience with Siemens
• PLC programming ( Siemens certifications would be an
• advantage)
• Knowledge or experience of working in a production environment particularly in FMCG

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As a key member of the senior project team, the key purpose of this role is to be responsible for executing the full demand module and providing support for each of the phases (configuration, SIT, UAT, TTT, parallel), mapping the as-is process vs to-be process, showing to the business what its process should be to be and monitor that required changes are made for full successful implementation. Project team manager for demand implementation

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Get trained as a super user by o9 team
• Support design decisions based on LCP  
• Super user coaching and monitoring:  ensure that the super user does their tasks ( requirements, user stories, tests, parallels).
• Facilitate teams working under the scrum methodology. Confirm that all acceptance criteria have been met
• Support Super User during the execution of the UAT tests
• Document evidence that tests were done
• Coaching Super User on data quality during and Post-Go Live
• Jointly validate the tests that were done
• Understanding project risks and assigning team members to mitigate. Clear and active communication to the business
• Propose, execute mitigation actions for relevant module as risks & challenges arise
• Setting up key routines and schedules for super-users enabling business continuity and project deliverables
• Oversee that training of super users and ensure that full understanding is gained – quality interaction with the o9 team (super leaders)

Profile:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or any other relevant Commerce qualification.
• Preferably 3-5 years working experience.
• Agile master

Skills and competencies

• Solid understanding and experience in demand and/or Supply Network planning is preferred and recommended
• Strong analytic and numerical skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to engage and influence multiple stakeholders
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Proactive, energetic and ambitious
• Resilient and able to manage change effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills

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As a key member of the project team, the Master data lead is responsible for the management and maintenance of master data according to business policies and rules, supporting all modules (DP, MRP, DRP, RETPACK, CONA and WSNP,) ensuring the quality and integrity of the data, guaranteeing that it is accurate, complete and consistent for correct planning.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Fix the basics: Owner to ensure master data for all relevant modules are checked and corrected.  (ex:  Bill of Materials; Usages; Sales numbers;  Sales Orders; Supply parameters etc. 
• Understand and document all data requirements and data sources for all modules in scope for implementation, further maintain documentation for any changes and updates
• Maintain master data consistently throughout the project
• Constantly checking and vetting data for correctness in time for module go-live
• Define timelines relating to master data processes in the project and adhere to these – while raising risks and managing project stakeholders effectively
• Support during development and testing phases to ensure data is up to date in source systems and reflects accurately in o9
• Ensure any changes to master data are made timeously to ensure project milestones are met
• Collaborate cross-functionally, where required, to ensure master data is updated
• Define processes and clear ownership of data points to ensure master data is maintained
• Define and update SOPs to ensure longevity of master data maintenance once the project reaches BAU
• Own the master data change management process across all impacted functions and measure adherence to ensure success of the project
• Prepare and present updates for project status routines

Profile:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree that supports data analysis; supply chain, commerce or tech would be preferred
• Preferably 2 years working experience is required – Supply Chain environment beneficial
• A background and competency for data analytics would be preferred and is recommended
• Strong analytic and numerical skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity
• Ability to de-complex data and deliver a structured message to stakeholders
• Proactive, energetic and ambitious
• Resilient and able to manage change effectively
• Strong attention to detail

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The key purpose of this role is to proactively support business strategy by providing and controlling all quality parameters to the supply chain and trade expertise which enhances the competitive position of Ab InBev brands and corporate image with customers and consumers.​

Key roles and responsibilities:​

• Maintain safe, healthy and risk-free working environment ​
• Implement safety, health/environmental procedures and legislation ​
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards Trade and quality control governance for the brewery ​
• Standards are in place and well understood. ​
• Training is done against the specified methods. ​
• Verification of the execution of the procedures to ensure that they comply with the standards. ​
• Ensure that equipment is calibrated and is functioning as per original standard. ​
• Highlight of any deviations to the Quality manager, Brewing manager, Packaging manager and Plant manager for action and stop pin g of the process, when necessary, Manage quality control environment ​
• Conform to value chain requirements ​
• Manage Trade & QC administration ​
• Optimise the availability of measuring equipment ​
• Maintain and control consumable stock levels ​
• Optimise quality control management system Lead Quality strategy as per VPO ​
• Improve quality compliance and management on site and reduce reputational risks for the site​
• Achieve VPO targets and Quality KPI and PI targets for the site​

Minimum Requirements:​

• Education: Min Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Microbiology or equivalent •Training: Min 3-6 months on the job training ​
• Experience: 2-3 Years in Laboratory, Brewing or Packaging operation Desirable but not essential ​
• Quality certification in Quality Engineering/Management or TQM. ​
• Exposure to VPO processes in line with traceability and complaints handling​
• Beer profiling and problem solving facilitation ​
• Flexibility and ability for driving to outlets within scope​
• City & Guilds Qualification recommended. Qualified ISO 9000 series auditor ​
• Ideal 6-9 months on the job training ​
• Understanding of process control within a brewing & packaging process and environment ​
• Assertive and analytical ​
• Proactive with articulation and ability to resolve conflict and persuasive ​
• Proven leadership ability ​
• Good understanding of the principles and practices of Manufacturing Excellence

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Leads the development work for Africa Zone  projects (scoping, costing and design)  and ongoing design management support to the implementation team as required. Leads the development of projects ensuring that business requirements are met while supporting the delivery of ABInBev strategic priorities.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Provide high level scopes and budgets in consultation with the Global, Zone and regional teams for annual planning purposes.
• Consider environmental legislation, government regulations, potential environmental hazards and other factors in the planning & risk analysis phase
• Actively reviews State of the Art  technical solutions that are available in the market with a view to implementing them in cases where there is a compelling business case that delivers operational performance improvement.
• Reviews existing Malting Installations and make recommendations to simplify and modernize as required so that plant safety, operational performance and maintenance practices are optimized/improved to support business strategy.
• Leads the Design Management of the total scope and enables this by planning and organizing the engineering and design work for the project. Oversees, directs and coordinates this work.
• Understands and implements all design, technical specifications and engineering requirements for projects from concept to detailed design (FEP 0 to FEP3) level of detail so that RFQ’s can be prepared and detailed design supported.
• Ensures that FEP3 designs are implemented in the project Build Phase and any significant changes that may affect quality, cost, time or outputs are documented and approved via the project management system with decision support notes.
• Review and approve malting engineering specifications that form part of OEM equipment supply.
• Participate as required in the technical supplier adjudications to assist with appropriate appointments that meet the Companies operational performance, reporting requirements, usage monitoring and safety KPI’s
• After supplier appointments have been made, provide support to the Implementation team to ensure that detailed integration work can be carried out between the various contractors.
• In conjunction with the rest of the Development team, review and optimise plant layouts to ensure lowest cost installation and operation of plant and equipment. Enables a value engineering mind-set to the design review process.
• Participate and/or arrange for suitably qualified process personnel to participate in FAT’s Hazop’s and quality assurance interventions.

Profile:

• A bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent  with 4-6 years work experience, some of which as a contractor or Raw Materials Consultant
• At least 3 to 5 years FMCG or malting's experience would be an advantage
• A checked out Brewing or Eng & Capex trainee , with IBD quailifcations would be an advantage
• Design experience in malting's operations and projects at a senior level and in value in excess of $10m
• Working knowledge of major malting's functional blocks (materials handling, steeping, germination, kilning, utilities, etc.)
• Good understanding of best in equipment solutions to enable accurate technical reviews and adjudication of contractors bids.
• Good understanding of QC and laboratory methodology for malting operations
• Solid understanding of project management tools and techniques such as PMBOK. A Project Management Qualification would be an advantage

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Job Purpose:

To enhance the image of the company through short term and long-term strategies with objective to increase the market share by brand growth and performance. Responsible for maintaining the organization's enterprise-wide digital presence, internally and externally, including social media, digital marketing, content development and management and production; manages varied and multi-faceted comprehensive brand team communications campaigns.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive, multidisciplinary communications programs.
• Ensure maximization of communication opportunities across all platforms
• Develop an annual digital communication strategy and implementation plan, including links to organization goals and execution of key tactics.
• Act as lead content strategist for broad digital communications channels, including social media channels, the organization's website, and e-newsletters.
• Oversees the production of all digital content and assets on the corporate brand team, including, photography, video, multimedia, original online copy, websites, and strategy presentations etc.
• Develop a set of metrics or measurements that will be used to measure the success of each communication project.
• Manage the development and implementation of digital communications strategies guided by the Director of Corporate brand.
• Strategize, plan, and manage day-to-day digital content production of content, copy, and visual assets across all our channels, including websites, email, and social media
• Work on mobile marketing strategies for our digital communications programs, including but not limited to mobile push, geofence, and SMS communications
• Create and manage content calendars for the organization’s digital channels (social media, website, and newsletters)
• Work closely with community leaders, internal stakeholders, and external content creators to come up with fresh and creative ways of telling stories, publishing content, and engaging with our online audience
• Monitor trends and audience engagement and provide detailed analyses of our web, social media, and email marketing activities to gauge the effectiveness of the organization’s digital strategies
• Develop detailed campaign briefs for internal and external teams to create and deploy relevant and compelling content
• Management of the of the digital media budget, ensuring media KPIs are met

Profile

Minimum requirement: Relevant:

• Degree in Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, or Multi-Media.
• At least 5 years of experience in a digital communications role
• Brand marketing experience would be an added advantage
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and time-management skills.
• Strong project management & Proven experience in content management
• Effective project and time management skills, with the special focus on the ability to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• A skilled communicator with excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills who can tailor messages for specific audiences..
• Demonstrated experience with managing social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram).
• A demonstrated ability to summarise dense/complex content into engaging and easy to understand messages.
• Strategically minded with the ability to develop communications strategies and plans and see them through.

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Job Purpose

Key purpose of the role is to execute talent acquisition for the organization. The Recruitment Lead is responsible for sourcing, screening, and recruiting candidates to effectively fill vacancies across the Africa Zone. This role requires a blend of interpersonal skills, organizational abilities, and a deep understanding of the company's needs and culture.

Key outputs and responsibilities:

• Talent Sourcing: Utilize various channels such as job boards, social media, professional networks, and referrals to source potential candidates.
• Oversee the candidate recruitment life cycle/experience
• Employer Branding: Promote the organization as an employer of choice through engaging job postings, employer branding initiatives, and participation in recruitment events.
• Candidate Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with potential candidates to create a talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS) and other relevant databases.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant recruitment policy, employment laws and regulations throughout the recruitment process.
• Manage, train and evaluate the team of recruiters
• Manage Onboarding Process
• Execute on Talent Assessment Process
• Execute on Talent Pipeline Programmes recruitment
• Measure key recruitment metrics (time to fill & source to fill)
• Define Induction & Onboarding process
• Conduct benchmarking and implement Talent Acquisition Best Practices
• Drive Recruitment process Excellence
• Routine execution with stakeholders to drive seamless recruitment process
• Build Stakeholder relationships for effective management of Recruitment process
• Drive DEI through recruitment
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on best practices in recruitment and suggest process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Profile/ minimum requirement:

• Degree in HR, Psychology, Business
• 5+ years of experience in Recruiting and Selection or business related areas with
• Strong knowledge of HR related functions
• Business Knowledge
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Leadership skills, interpersonal skills, ability to persuade and influence
• Proven experience as a recruitment specialist, talent acquisition specialist, or similar role.
• Strong understanding of recruitment processes and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software
• Effective organizational skills: planning, focus, discipline

Reporting structure:

• Direct reports (solid line): 5
• Dotted line reports: As per assigned support blueprint

Additional information:

• BAND: VI

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The key purpose of this role is to provide specialised Artisan skill and knowledge to the shift team, and to support the operations, maintenance and problem-solving activities.

Key roles and responsibilities:

Operational Support

• Provide specialist support to the shift-based teams during operations
• This will include standby and day shift support
• Where requested, assist as a functional expert in problem solving in giving support to the operators
• Where requested, provide guidance and advice to the shift-based team on mechanical & electrical equipment , mechanical & electrical fault finding and correct responses to failure modes
• Where requested, provide coaching, mentoring and knowledge transfer of machine operation to shift based teams
• Take part, as functional expert, in Regional and Central plant optimisation trials

Planned Maintenance

• Carry out work during the planned maintenance window in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule issued by the planner
• Where scheduled work cannot be completed, feed back to the maintenance controller for direction
• This may involve rescheduling the work or prioritizing outstanding work
• Assist fellow team members in the execution of their tasks in support during planned maintenance
• Complete any administration and SAP tasks in support of planned maintenance
• Partake in maintenance post-mortems to feedback problems, opportunities and learnings from maintenance activities

Routine Maintenance

• Partake in cleaning, lubrication and inspection in accordance with the maintenance schedule issued by the Maintenance Planner
• Carry out routine maintenance activities in accordance with the maintenance schedule
• Where problems have been uncovered during routine maintenance, these must be resolved using the appropriate problem-solving techniques
• If required, additional resources may be called in to assist
• Carry out condition monitoring activities where these have been allocated to the Technician in accordance with the CM schedule

Running Repairs

• On request, partake in carrying out running repairs on plant and equipment, or support the Shift Artisans in carrying out repairs
• When carrying out repairs, assess the problem and determine a course of action
• Where required, specialist assistance may be called in
• This may include internal resources such as Instrument Technicians, or external resources such as Contractors or Suppliers
• Where repairs indicate that major work is required, such as re wiring a motor, this must be transferred to the engineering workshop for attention
• Verify that where running repairs have been carried out, this has addressed the problem
• Complete the administration tasks relating to any running repairs that the Technician has carried out
• This includes all SAP inputs
• Where running repairs cannot be carried out, communicate this to the Maintenance Planner to ensure the work is planned into the next planned Window

Profile:

• Matric
• N4 Certificate/Millwright Certificate
• Problem solving skills
• Planning skills
• Mental alertness, and analytical skills
• Conceptual skills