New Vacancies at The Heineken Company

KEY RESULT AREAS

• Drive market share 
• Drive and maintain Accessibility, Availability and Activation and Affordability for clients
• Drive RSP 
• Brand portfolio approach across all categories Beer, Wine, Spirits and RTD
• Drive price-driven promotions and power pack compliance agreements with customers
• Build partnerships with customers
• Maintain call strike rate
• Drive continuous improvement and implement business improvement initiatives
• Take responsibility for own development and contribute to team effectiveness by displaying HEINEKEN Behaviours

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification (Diploma / Degree)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• 2-3 years of FMCG or relevant experience
•  A valid drivers license - Code 08 without endorsements with at least 2 years driving experience
• Weekend work and promotions
• Persuasive selling skills & negotiation 
• Sales Commercial Insights: Awareness and understanding of the implications of fundamental commercial implications on day-to-day decisions
• Sales process management :Understand the primary key drivers of sales in different channels
• Sales Product Knowledge: Product relevance by channel, cluster and tier understood and applied
• Sales strategies and plans to sustain brand growth 
• Sales Technology Application: Demonstrate an understanding of how technology works within the sales process

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Key performance areas include, but are not limited to:

• Maintaining machines and equipment to ensure the efficient performance of the production lines in the attainment of production plans.
• Measuring and improving ME and reliability.
• Reducing all breakdowns and unplanned downtime on the production lines.
• Supervising machine and equipment operation.
• Support in executing effective production, safety, and housekeeping.
• Starting, operating, shutting-down and change-over of machines and equipment in line with the prescribed quality standards.
• Performing stand-in duties for the Machine Specialist and the Engineering Specialist when required.
• Performing and overseeing all preventative maintenance and work arising tasks on assigned production equipment/lines.
• Perform related administration.
• Active participation in morning meetings and best practices (Filler/ Maintenance) rolled out on site. 

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• A minimum of 5 years engineering/ maintenance/ manufacturing experience in FMCG.
• Relevant experience as an Artisan, preferably within a high-speed packaging environment.
• Experience in Canning will be advantageous.
• Competence in the use of the Microsoft Office package (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook).
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Must have the aptitude and desire to develop as a Machine Specialist / Engineering Specialist
• Must be a self-starter, team player and display leadership qualities.
• Must be able and willing to work shifts and extended hours (compressed working week & overtime) when required.
• Ability to cope with the inherent physical demands of the position.
• Proven problem-solving skills is required for this role.
• Must have reliable transport to and from work.

Qualification required:

• Technical qualification with a completed mechanical related trade test certificate (Fitter and Turner/Turner/Millwright).

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Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure cost effective warehousing and distribution of company products
• Ensure the effective functioning of the following departments, namely: Optimal Transport Management, Customer Deliveries, and Outsource Services
• Engaging Transport suppliers to maintain optimal fleet uptime to deliver on customer service commitments
• Oversee the Warehouse to ensure stock availability and quality
• Minimise overtime and temporary employee usage
• Maintain a high level of customer service
• Manage performance of contractors according to the agreed SLA
• Assist in development of Business plans in line with relevant guidelines
• Effectively handle customer complaints and ensure corrective action taken
• Ensure strict adherence to Corporate Governance
• Evaluate and maintain loss control procedures on an on-going basis
• Ensure routine Quality Control inspections in Operations
• Understanding, implementation and adherence to Internal Control Measures such as: ICC’s, ISO requirements, Owner Driver Audits, and Operations Excellence
• Perform administration/reporting effectively
• Improving business processes to ensure achievements of Business Objectives

The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (Advantageous)
• 1 - 3 years of relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment
• Proficient in MS Office,
• SAP, Strato, experience beneficial
• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and sound presentation skills
• The ability to work after hours and / or shifts if necessary
• Knowledge of all relevant legislation
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practice
• Experience in a customer service environment is essential