Foster Clark Products Ltd 

Reporting to the Category Product Technologist, the R&amp;D Lab Technician supports product and knowledge development projects in various fields including flavouring, prototyping and sensory with the aim of launching successful consumer relevant products. The R&amp;D Lab Technician also takes care of lab equipment, the lab organisation and carries out physical and chemical analysis as well as organizing the sensorial tasting sessions. The R&amp;D Lab Technician also reports results and prepares documents for the R&amp;D team.

Key Accountabilities

Test management

<ul>
	<li>Responsible for prototyping activities relative to early kitchen trials and flavoring solutions for product development projects, events organization, or innovation workshops, including preparation, executing, tastings.</li>
	<li>Diligently and accurately weighing ingredients and preparing lab trials to support recipe development as specified by the lab trial sheets in a timely and efficient manner.</li>
	<li>Proficiency in carrying out the required analyses according to standard procedures and work instructions such as total acidity, pH measurements, gel strengths analysis etc.</li>
	<li>Responsible for ensuring accurate and correct reporting of results whilst highlighting any deviations or abnormal results efficiently and effectively.</li>
	<li>Support activities relative to sensory including preparation, execution of specific tests or events.</li>
	<li>Preparing samples for other business units and support consumer/competition analysis</li>
</ul>

Lab and kitchen management

<ul>
	<li>Ensure proper functioning of formulation, creative and sensory kitchens, including material supply and maintenance, GLPs implementation and internal databases management.</li>
	<li>Responsible for maintaining the lab in a neat and organized manner by ensuring adequate labeling of samples/ingredients, material stock level maintenance, daily equipment checks.</li>
	<li>Responsible for up-keep of lab and safety equipment in good order and ensure availability.</li>
	<li>Aiding in preparation for tasting sessions</li>
	<li>Participate in routine sensorial trainings sessions whilst effectively be part of the R&amp;D sensory panel.</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education / Experience

<ul>
	<li>Diploma in Food Technology/ Food Science/ Food Engineering, bachelor&rsquo;s degree of advantage</li>
	<li>Minimum 1 year demonstrated work experience executing analytical testing within a food environment, product prototyping, ideally with flavors or other flavoring ingredients and in kitchen / cooking preparations, ideally with novel and trendy ingredients.</li>
	<li>Experience in sensory evaluation and in product innovation will be considered an asset.</li>
</ul>

Technical skills

<ul>
	<li>Have good sensorial attributes.</li>
	<li>Solid understanding of food science and guiding principles</li>
	<li>Analytical testing methodologies</li>
	<li>Lab / kitchen management skills</li>
</ul>

Competencies

<ul>
	<li>Attention to detail.</li>
	<li>Drive for Results</li>
	<li>Rule Oriented</li>
	<li>Teamwork</li>
	<li>Verbal and Written communication</li>
	<li>Planning and Organizing</li>
</ul>

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Reporting to the Category Product Technologist, the R&amp;D Lab Technician supports product and knowledge development projects in various fields including flavouring, prototyping and sensory with the...

R&D Lab Technician

Reporting to the IT Manager or assigned Senior BA the Associate BA is responsible to support in the analysis of company business processes, support in the design relevant IT solutions and support the delivery IT process automation projects. The Associate BA will work closely with senior colleagues to provide application user support, complete system documentation, perform application testing and provide user training.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Key Accountabilities
ERP Business Application Architecture
<ul>
<li>Develop knowledge of various FCP departments processes and software functionality.</li>
<li>Support in the analysis and deployment of software applications</li>
<li>Complete application software users documentation and coordinate user application testing</li>
</ul>
ICT Project Management
<ul>
<li>Participate and support senior colleagues in business analysis, requirements definitions and solution deployments.</li>
<li>Update project status reports</li>
</ul>
Systems &amp; Software Support
<ul>
<li>Provide 1st &amp; 2nd level support to end users for assign depts.</li>
<li>Deliver software training to end users.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Support software quality and security audit process</li>
</ul>
People &amp; Section Management
<ul>
<li>Participate in project teams with a can-do attitude.</li>
</ul>
Latitude
<ul>
<li>Follow practices and procedures.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education
<ul>
<li>MQF Level 6 qualification in Computer Science, Business Analytics or Business &amp; IT&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Experience
<ul>
<li>1 years of ICT professional experience.</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Ability to perform business analysis and engage positively with business process owners&nbsp;</li>
<li>Knowledge of Process Mapping Techniques and requirements gathering</li>
<li>Knowledge of Enterprise application concepts and Business Intelligence solutions</li>
<li>Technical knowledge of Project management for delivery of IT business solutions&nbsp;</li>
<li>Understanding of software development with traditional and agile methodologies</li>
<li>Capability to choose required procedures for tasks</li>
<li>Capability to search for solutions, analyse requirements, and organise work effectively</li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li>
<li>Drive for results</li>
<li>Customer Service Orientation</li>
<li>Presentation and facilitation&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Consulting and advising</li>
<li>Planning and organising&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the IT Manager or assigned Senior BA the Associate BA is responsible to support in the analysis of company business processes, support in the design relevant IT solutions and support the...

Associate Business Analyst

Reporting to the Civil Maintenance Specialist and under immediate supervision, performs unskilled and skilled building maintenance work of routine difficulty; and performs related work as required.&nbsp;
Key Accountabilities
An employee in this class assists in a variety of tasks including carpentry, pointing, painting, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and general mechanical repair work.
<ul>
<li>Carry out minor concrete and grouting works as directed</li>
<li>Carry out minor Tiling, Plastering and Plumbing works</li>
<li>Intervene and repair drainage systems&nbsp;</li>
<li>Carry out work using counterbalance forklift as necessary in line with safety regulations</li>
<li>Carry out general cleaning and heavy handling as directed</li>
<li>Erect scaffolding to be certified as required</li>
<li>Carry out materials and personnel transportation as directed&nbsp;</li>
<li>Carry out jobs using heavy equipment and tools in line with safety regulations</li>
<li>Carry out jobs at heights</li>
<li>Assist in Repair works, Soffit works, Purchasing from suppliers, internal company transport and distribution / archiving, furniture relocation, Aluminium works and Glass repairs, carpentry work and painting.</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
<ul>
<li>Basic educational background&nbsp;</li>
<li>Past experience in any of the abovementioned skills</li>
<li>Forklift driver license and trained holder</li>
<li>Knowledge of basic health and safety rules and equipment</li>
<li>Knowledge on the operation of hand power tools&nbsp;</li>
<li>Knowledge on the operation of basic operational tools such as scissor lifts, scaffolding erection, etc.</li>
<li>Basic carpentry skills preferred</li>
<li>Painting skills preferred</li>
<li>Basic electrical knowledge preferred</li>
<li>Plumbing knowledge preferred</li>
</ul>

Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>Frequent lifting/carrying (5-20 kg).</li>
<li>Frequent pushing/pulling (25-100 kg)</li>
<li>Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping</li>
<li>Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.</li>
<li>Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).</li>
<li>Physical strength and proficiency with the use of hand and power tools.</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Civil Maintenance Specialist and under immediate supervision, performs unskilled and skilled building maintenance work of routine difficulty; and performs related work as...

Tradesman

Reporting to the Plant Manager, The Manufacturing shift Manager will be responsible for the execution of production, maintenance, and process activities during his/her shift, and the coordination with all stakeholders to achieve established manufacturing objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner. He or she acts as a guiding figure within the manufacturing plant on a 3-shift rotation pattern, by leading a team of operative and technical staff to fulfil the production requirements while providing support, driving continuous improvement, and holding individuals and teams accountable. The Manufacturing Shift Manager possesses a good understanding of the technical, production, and human aspects that compose a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Accountabilities
Execution of the shift manufacturing activities in line with the production plan and company objectives&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Accountable for the execution of the daily production plan – including all the manufacturing resources and activities pertaining to the shift in line with defined objectives, KPIs, quality, and food safety standards.</li>
<li>Management and support of all productive and technical personnel to fulfil the production plan.</li>
<li>Active involvement in problem solving activities</li>
<li>Collect and analyse data to drive continuous improvement related to safety, efficiency, quality, waste reduction, flexibility, and speed of execution, using root causes analysis methodologies and action planning.</li>
<li>Prepare, analyse, and issue periodic production and performance reports.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Quality Control and Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards
<ul>
<li>Work within the Health &amp; Safety Framework and the Quality Management System, including HACCP protocols and food safety requirements,&nbsp;</li>
<li>Always ensure full observance of housekeeping, GMP, and 5S practices and shift conformance to health and safety,</li>
<li>Ensures pre-production start-up activities are carried out as per procedures while addressing deviations,</li>
<li>In cooperation with QC, lines are operating as per specification and production according to instructions,</li>
<li>Pro-active IPC follow-up, analysis, root cause analysis, and action,</li>
<li>Perform GEMBA walks, incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel targeting 5S standards</li>
</ul>
Effective team leadership, People performance management, And Communication
<ul>
<li>Decisive leadership to achieve zero defects while achieving all set manufacturing targets,</li>
<li>Understanding performance issues and engaging in the required processes to trigger improvement,</li>
<li>Seek continuous engagement with productive and technical employees to mentor and develop their skills,</li>
<li>Effective communication with shift personnel of priorities, targets, and opportunities for improvements,</li>
<li>Monitor and evaluate team and individual performances against performance benchmarks,</li>
<li>Motivate, delegate, and empower personnel to take responsibility and display creativity and initiative,</li>
<li>Employee onboarding, training initiatives, performance appraisals, discipline, and people development.</li>
<li>Ensure for the communication and handover during change of shift,</li>
<li>Cross-fertilisation of best practices through the sharing of information, ideas, and insights&nbsp;</li>
<li>Live Company values and set an inspiring example,&nbsp;</li>
<li>Constructive conflict management, responding openly to feedback.</li>
</ul>
Freedom to Act
<ul>
<li>Variation in work sequence and routine.</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate Profile
Education 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor degree in Engineering (MQF Level 6) with 5 years experience in operations and people management within manufacturing, OR</li>
<li>Advanced Technical Diploma or equivalent (MQF Level 5) with 9 years experience in operations and people management within manufacturing.</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Front line people management experience in a GMP environment within the food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing sector.</li>
<li>Able to work on a three-shift basis.</li>
</ul>
Skills
Technical / Scientific&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Engineering or technical expertise&nbsp;</li>
<li>Adequate knowledge of business and management principles&nbsp;</li>
<li>Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise</li>
<li>An adaptive thinking process required to bring effective judgement, analytical thinking, evaluation and arrive at conclusions.</li>
<li>Root Cause Analysis</li>
</ul>
Manufacturing Science
<ul>
<li>Health &amp; safety awareness, first aid, basic fire awareness, and manual handling.</li>
<li>Experienced with Lean, IPC, GMP, 5S, ISO Standards, Safe Food Handling, HACCP&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experienced with TPM concepts and well versed in problem solving using root cause analytics and deployment</li>
<li>Action planning for efficiency, productivity, cost, quality, and people development&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Managerial
<ul>
<li>Situational leadership and people motivational skills&nbsp;</li>
<li>Multicultural management skills</li>
<li>Strong emotional intelligence and conflict handling skills</li>
<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Team building and coaching expertise</li>
<li>Strong multitasking capabilities</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li>
<li>Attention to detail</li>
<li>Drive for results</li>
<li>Quality orientation</li>
<li>Rule orientation</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Influencing and Impact, including conflict management&nbsp;</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Developing people</li>
<li>Monitoring and Measuring</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Plant Manager, The Manufacturing shift Manager will be responsible for the execution of production, maintenance, and process activities during his/her shift, and the coordination...

Shift Manager

Provide operational service towards attaining efficient quality and output in line with production activities as required by customer. The operator will be responsible to perform the required daily verifications to ensure the equipment is always maintained in its optimal state of operation. The operator has a moderate organisational impact that affects one department.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Key Accountabilities
Efficient line operation&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Ensure that the right type of raw/packaging material is available in adequate quantity while highlighting shortages to avoid downtime/delays/stoppages</li>
<li>Ensure that the machine is constantly set at the correct speed and timing&nbsp;</li>
<li>Operate the line with the maximum efficiency</li>
<li>Lead the group of employees assigned to and assist on the line and ensure that the work delegated is effectively completed</li>
<li>Train, if certified, Trainee Operators both in the same or lower grades and support, assist and guide in related duties effectively</li>
<li>Carry out necessary changeovers and settings to the lines according to plant manual timely and efficiently</li>
</ul>
Adherence to procedures in line with Company standards
<ul>
<li>Conform to health and safety procedures, and ensure for the use of personal protective equipment in production areas as per required standard</li>
<li>Ensure for the safekeeping and proper use of equipment while reporting any shortages or deficiencies immediately to Supervisor</li>
<li>Operate the line according to the operational manual as well as the established production rates and quality standards</li>
<li>Monitor production quality (QC on line) and fill in documentation while reporting all deviations or irregularities immediately&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure for the correct filling of production documentation while keeping to the target efficiencies stipulated</li>
<li>Maintain a high level of cleanliness, hygiene for machinery and surrounding areas at all times</li>
<li>Pack work- in- progress in clean containers and ensure for proper tagging and ensure that the procedure of rework material (recycling) is correctly followed</li>
</ul>
Effective teamwork and alignment with Company values
<ul>
<li>Drive and instil Company values</li>
<li>Drive own learning and development</li>
<li>Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback</li>
<li>Handle stress in ways that do not negatively impact others</li>
<li>Flag and debate issue constructively (be solution focused)</li>
<li>Be proactive in sharing, debating and communicating learning’s</li>
</ul>
Freedom to Act
<ul>
<li>Rearrangement of work sequence</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Educational level (Entry level)
•	School leaving certificate up to secondary level.&nbsp;
•	Able to read and write in English
•	Achieve Company Pre-Enrolment test - Operator entry level
Experience
<ul>
<li>In house training will be given but year experience in a food/pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing working environment would be an asset</li>
<li>Self-leading experience with subordinate to procedural skills</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Experienced with GMP, 5S, ISO Standards, HACCP practices and HSE guidelines&nbsp;</li>
<li>Variations in sequence</li>
<li>Thinking capabilities that require the identification and selection of solutions within the area of expertise.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>HR skills to get along with people effectively</li>
<li>Attention to detail</li>
<li>Learning Agility</li>
<li>Mechanical reasoning</li>
<li>Spatial Awareness</li>
<li>Drive for results</li>
<li>Rule Orientation</li>
<li>Physical Stamina</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Knowledge Sharing</li>
<li>Safety, Security and Quality Orientation</li>
<li>Leading by Example</li>
</ul>

Provide operational service towards attaining efficient quality and output in line with production activities as required by customer. The operator will be responsible to perform the required daily...

Operator

The Operations Finance Associate is expected to master the manufacturing processes with specific focus on Manufacturing labour and overheads control. The associate is also responsible to assist during perform cost planning and cost optimisation analysis, and to compare actual performance to standard, understand deviations and help operations to realign accordingly.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Key Accountabilities
Product costing and cost planning&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the Standard overhead and labour costing and to ensure that such standard costing is relevant throughout the year&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Control COGS –Manufacturing Labour and Manufacturing Overheads: Collaborate with the Operations Finance Analyst and master the manning, machine and overhead allocation process to secure tight financial control over operations&nbsp;</li>
<li>Assist the Operations Finance Analyst to:</li>
<ul>
<li>Perform cost future planning &amp; Cost optimisation on Company OD&amp;D / C&amp;B.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure adequate line level planning related to overtime and subcontracted work requirements, ensure business justification and control accordingly&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
</ul>
Manufacturing Accounts Reports
<ul>
<li>Champion data structuring &amp; preliminary analysis of Plan to Produce (P2Prod) flow.</li>
<li>Fully manage the data gathering, organisation, maintenance and validation process for the Plan to Produce end to end.</li>
<li>Ensure Strict Adherence &amp; Execution of all internal controls &amp; policies within the P2Prod process</li>
<li>Collaborate with Manufacturing &amp; Engineering departments to ensure data is reviewed and up to date.</li>
<li>Contribute to strategic financial modelling leading to Make / Buy Decisions &amp; Capacity modelling</li>
<li>Contribute to the reporting, design and decision-making process related to assets, BOM routings, Labour utilisation &amp; manufacturing plan.</li>
<li>Identify and resolve issues with Production Orders and deviations from standard production.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Manage and report on the Company’s cost per case KPI to ensure alignment to standard as possible&nbsp;</li>
<li>Collaborate with Manufacturing to assess production profitability</li>
<li>Proactively promote and prepare different types of operational improvement simulations and reports.</li>
<li>Ensure accurate reporting of production orders, tracking variance and disputing deviations from SOPs.</li>
<li>Coordinate and contribute to the reporting and follow-up on cost of production and production overheads</li>
<li>Define manufacturing cost structures and associated cost drivers leading to the production cost. Create visibility and coherent common cost transparency within the business.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Coordinate / Drive the implementation and automation of existing &amp; new company procedures related to Operations Finance. Ensure relevant data is captured to ensure meaningful business reporting.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Production Order Control&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Follow-up on the timely closure of Production Orders</li>
<li>Performing of data analysis and reporting on variances at Production Order level&nbsp;</li>
<li>Follow-up on cost optimisation projects with different departments</li>
</ul>
Inventory Accounting
<ul>
<li>Execute accounting for inventory slow moving provision, stock adjustment journals, stock count review, stock turnover reports</li>
<li>Conduct accounting for assets, and analysing reasons for changes (depreciation, obsolescence, deterioration, change in customer taste, increased demand, decreased market supply, etc.).</li>
<li>Monitor and report on the Perpetual Inventory Counts. Monitor and report on stock holding levels. Report on slow moving stock (both Raw and Finished) and follow up on related planned actions agreed with operations&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Ideal Candidate Profile
Education
<ul>
<li>MQF5 level Degree in Accountancy</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 1-year overall experience. With particular focus on FMCG.</li>
<li>Knowledge in manufacturing process involving, factory costing control, manufacturing factory accounts.</li>
</ul>
Technical skills
<ul>
<li>Financial Management and Accounting&nbsp;</li>
<li>Profitability Analysis&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cost Planning and control - Labour and Overheads</li>
<li>Manufacturing Labour and Overhead optimisation</li>
<li>Machine capability, efficiency and utilisation&nbsp;</li>
<li>Manufacturing accounting and control</li>
<li>ERP systems</li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>Attention to Detail</li>
<li>Action Orientated&nbsp;</li>
<li>Relationship Building</li>
<li>Inter department Service Orientation</li>
<li>Verbal &amp; Written Communication</li>
<li>Monitoring &amp; Measuring</li>
</ul>

The Operations Finance Associate is expected to master the manufacturing processes with specific focus on Manufacturing labour and overheads control. The associate is also responsible to assist...

Operations Finance Associate

Reporting to the CFO, the Senior Financial Manager leads the Analyst team in bringing together forward looking, value adding insights to support the Strategy setting and decision-making function of the Company’s operational dimension. The Senior Financial Manager will act as a business advisor and partner, and will align to the business to provide quality financial insight and analysis.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Key Accountabilities
Team Management
<ul>
<li>Oversee the financial and cost accounting processes undertaken by the Analyst team</li>
<li>Develop junior Staff to secure proper succession plan and allow talent growth and adaptability.</li>
<li>Plan, assign and review the team’s work. Support the Company’s periodic performance objective setting and review cycle</li>
</ul>
Finished Goods item structure and maintenance
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the NPD, Finished Goods brief approval from a recipe perspective.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Responsible for recipe approval and recipe (BOM) maintenance in ERP</li>
<li>Responsible to ensure that routes and associate cost rates have been update in ERP by the Senior Financial Manager – Operations</li>
<li>Responsible for the activation of the Finished Good code in ERP&nbsp;</li>
<li>Responsible for timely Finished goods cost roll up.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Raw and pack item creation and maintenance
<ul>
<li>Ensure that Raw material codes are created and maintained in a timely manner&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cost, approve and control Phase in Phase out process. For this purpose, ensure that material block codes are managed effectively.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Product costing and cost planning
<ul>
<li>Act as Finance partner to the Procurement function; understand drivers of material costs with a view to provide support in financial analysis, forecasts, simulations, MRP, &amp; cost analysis to ensure supply chain cost optimisation</li>
</ul>
Materials requirements, price control and Variance Analysis
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the standard costing process leading to the landed cost of Raw and Packing Materials</li>
<li>Responsible for the implementation and automation of existing &amp; new company procedures related to sourcing of raw materials and associated usage processes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Responsible for the continuous evaluation of purchase price variance &amp; control. Collaborate with procurement and logistics to close gaps and to improve standards.</li>
</ul>
Material Usage Control&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Responsible to ensure material usage is aligned to standard and to forecasts. Recommend and deliver actions to manage and improve material usage. Partner with operations to develop solutions to minimise waste and implement accordingly.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Conduct Innovation and Renovation Project Studies
<ul>
<li>Act as Finance partner to the Food Technology functions, provide support in financial analysis, forecasts, simulations, pricing, and NPD.</li>
<li>Provide the primary financial support to and challenge the New Product Development Innovation and Renovation process. Proactively contribute to preparation of complex projects.</li>
<li>Contribute to strategic modelling for new products-innovations and renovations&nbsp;</li>
<li>Analyse and challenge product portfolio to identify cost optimisation opportunities; assist operations to identify and eliminate value degradation drivers and maximise the return on investment from Total trade spend (TTS).</li>
<li>Report on R&amp;D expenditure, ensuring project sustainability, securing adequate funding.</li>
<li>Prepare and submit R&amp;D ITCR declarations</li>
</ul>
Inventory Accounting control&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Ensure stock levels are aligned with business requirements, including safety stock. Work towards stock loss minimisation by controlling aged and expired stock.</li>
</ul>
Planning/budgeting/forecasting – Annual &amp; Cashflow
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the annual budgeting and forecasting of Material requirements and costing. Lead and co-ordinate with other departments to compile data and analysis leading to the budget/forecasts&nbsp;</li>
<li>Prepare and analyse cash flow requirements leading cash-flow requirements projections (both short and long term) for raw and pack material&nbsp;</li>
<li>Monitor actual expenditure against the budget and forecasts. Ensure alignment and analyse / report variances&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Reporting and Decision support
<ul>
<li>Act as point of contact for top management to challenge, dispute &amp; support initiatives such as cost saving projects. Provide financial analysis to the top management team to support achievement of financial goals.</li>
<li>Define reporting requirements and ensure alignment of such reports to business strategy. Develop reports to ensure clear visibility of key performance indicators and to support decision making.</li>
<li>Provide accurate, timely management and internal reporting for the procurement function. Assist the Finance and Control Manager by providing procurement related analysis leading to the budget and forecasts.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Identify and lead a continuous improvement and automation programme in line with the company’s objectives and priorities. Ensure that material is procured in a cost-effective manner, within stipulated lead times and at the right quality</li>
<li>Champion data structure, policy &amp; synergy between all business functions, leading standardised, aligned reporting across all user groups.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Tax and Finance Management team as required.</li>
</ul>
Capital project accounting
<ul>
<li>Prepare Financial feasibilities and associated studies to evaluate the Company’s Asset investment projects. Provide detailed information to support the respective Committee decision making process</li>
</ul>
Coordinate enterprise risk management activities and Monitor controls compliance
<ul>
<li>Support the CFO and the Finance and Compliance Manager to maintain a robust framework of policies and procedures and be accountable for compliance across the Company. Support the execution and management of the Company risk register</li>
<li>Lead the risk management process ensuring adequate activities to identify financial and business risks &amp; mitigate accordingly.</li>
<li>Review monthly performance and identify areas of risk to achievement of Company targets and forecasts and develop/follow up action plans. Escalate as necessary.</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile 
Education
<ul>
<li>Master’s degree in business or B. Comm hons in accountancy / Finance and/or Accountancy Qualification</li>
<li>Warranted / Chartered Accountant.</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 8 years overall experience, of which 5 years in a Finance Manager. With particular focus on FMCG.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Technical skills
<ul>
<li>Financial Management and Accounting&nbsp;</li>
<li>Profitability Analysis&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cost Planning and control - Raw and Pack&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recipe optimisation and costing</li>
<li>Manufacturing accounting and control</li>
<li>Logistics &amp; Transport Optimisation.</li>
<li>Cost Benefit analysis and financial modelling&nbsp;</li>
<li>ERP systems</li>
<li>BI and reporting&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Competencies 
<ul>
<li>Judgement &amp; Decision Making</li>
<li>Analytical Thinking &amp; Problem Solving</li>
<li>Assertiveness</li>
<li>Building Strategic Partnerships&nbsp;</li>
<li>Influencing and Impact, including Conflict Management</li>
<li>Presentation and Facilitation</li>
<li>Business Acumen</li>
<li>Consulting &amp; advising</li>
<li>Modelling (Leading by Example)</li>
<li>Planning &amp; Organising</li>
<li>Developing People</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the CFO, the Senior Financial Manager leads the Analyst team in bringing together forward looking, value adding insights to support the Strategy setting and decision-making function of...

Senior Financial Manager (P2P)

Reporting to the Lead Manufacturing Engineer, the Manufacturing Engineer develops in the subject matter expert for the asset group assigned. By developing maintenance and operational procedures, the Manufacturing Engineer ensures the optimal operation of productive assets in a safe and sustainable way .

Key Accountabilities
Asset Performance Management
<ul>
<li>Monitor line performance on a shift-to-shift basis and follow up on any deviations to ensure processes are maintained in control.</li>
<li>Take ownership of the development and deployment of maintenance plans with a data driven approach.</li>
<li>Be a champion of root cause analysis when diagnosing issues in order to develop and propose the most effective continuous improvement plan.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Project Management
<ul>
<li>Lead cross-departmental teams in projects related to the designated asset group.</li>
<li>Support product development through the creation of prototypes and specifications through testing and qualification of new products.</li>
<li>Prepare documentation for transfer of projects into production, including testing plan and training modules for operations.</li>
</ul>
Health &amp; Safety
<ul>
<li>Promote a culture of health and safety by following all health and safety procedures and protocols.</li>
<li>Ensuring all safety systems are in good working order and take a proactive approach at ensuring safety during operation and interventions on the designated asset group.</li>
<li>Ensure a safe working environment exists and promote a clean and well organised work space by following 5S principles at all times.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Education
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.</li>
</ul>

Experience
<ul>
<li>Minimum 2 years’ hands-on experience, ideally in a food manufacturing environment.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Familiarity of food packaging and/or processing equipment</li>
<li>Familiarity with GMPs, Safe Food Handling, HACCP and HSE guidelines</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of AutoCAD</li>
<li>Hands on knowledge of project management techniques</li>
<li>Continuous improvement through the development of procedures and processes</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>Leadership skills</li>
<li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li>
<li>Action Oriented</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Verbal and written communication</li>
<li>Programme and project management</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Lead Manufacturing Engineer, the Manufacturing Engineer develops in the subject matter expert for the asset group assigned. By developing maintenance and operational procedures, the...

Manufacturing Engineer

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Engineering Services Manager is responsible for managing all technical services to ensure safe and reliable function of equipment and facilities to support supply chain operations.&nbsp;

Key Accountabilities
Asset Management
<ul>
<li>Leading the ES team to deliver reliable operations and maintenance of industrial and domestic services in factories, warehouses, and offices</li>
<li>Manages maintenance and utilities budgets for industrial services and facilities management</li>
<li>Engineering store management to support engineering and operations.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Management and upkeep of engineering facilities such as workshops and trade shops.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ensure all external government and legal requirements for buildings and facilities are met</li>
</ul>
Project Management
<ul>
<li>Responsible for the development and delivery of projects to continuously improve site utilities and services.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supporting projects in other areas of engineering and operations through deployment of resources</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile
Education
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Engineering&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Experience
<ul>
<li>7 years of experience in industrial services, electrical engineering, or civil maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing environment</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of engineering services (such as HVAC and air compressors) and other building systems (such as water supply and lifts)</li>
<li>Knowledge of electrical and automation engineering and control systems</li>
<li>Data driven continuous improvement of utilities</li>
<li>Legal requirements for buildings and facilities</li>
</ul>

Competencies
<ul>
<li>Leadership skills</li>
<li>Teamwork</li>
<li>Action oriented</li>
<li>Project management</li>
<li>Monitoring and measurement</li>
<li>Service oriented</li>
</ul>

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the Engineering Services Manager is responsible for managing all technical services to ensure safe and reliable function of equipment and facilities to support...

Engineering Services Manager

The position entails a rigorous quality assurance process, where the incumbent will report directly to the Head of Quality. The primary focus is to maintain the highest standards of product integrity by conducting thorough inspections and analyses at various production stages. Additionally, the role requires proactive site management, ensuring ongoing operational excellence and adherence to compliance protocols through regular site evaluations, addressing non-conformities, and maintaining systematic process.

Key Accountabilities

Production process

<ul>
	<li>Conduct comprehensive testing of products to ensure adherence to quality standards and legal requirements, documenting all quality tests, procedures, and standards.</li>
	<li>Monitor product development and manufacturing processes to detect deviations from desired quality benchmarks.</li>
	<li>Propose modifications in manufacturing processes, methods, or materials to enhance product quality and increase production yield.</li>
</ul>

Raw Material and Finished Good

<ul>
	<li>Perform thorough reviews of records and data from incoming materials and production processes to verify compliance with specifications.</li>
	<li>Approve products that meet quality specifications and reject those that are defective.</li>
</ul>

Risk Evaluation

<ul>
	<li>&nbsp;Spearhead the development of material risk assessments and process improvement initiatives, aiming to elevate quality control standards for subsequent production cycles.</li>
	<li>Implement and maintain regular audits to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.</li>
</ul>

People Management

<ul>
	<li>Develop comprehensive training programs for personnel on quality procedures and food safety standards. Lead by example to instil a culture of safety and quality in all work operations.</li>
	<li>Provide continuous training and updates on the latest industry standards and best practices.</li>
	<li>Foster a collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to voice concerns and suggestions regarding food safety and quality.</li>
</ul>

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education

<ul>
	<li>MQF Level 6, bachelor&rsquo;s degree in food science/food technology, Engineering, or related field (Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Biotechnology).</li>
</ul>

Experience

<ul>
	<li>Minimum of 6 years of quality assurance/quality control experience within food manufacturing operations, of which 2 + years in leadership role.</li>
</ul>

Technical Skills

<ul>
	<li>Performance Management</li>
	<li>Regulatory</li>
	<li>Training &amp; Development</li>
	<li>Supervisory Skills</li>
	<li>Knowledge of and experience with ISO 9001, GFSI Quality Systems</li>
	<li>Business Process Re-engineering</li>
	<li>Root Cause Analysis (e.g., FMEA, SWOT, Ishikawa, Fish Bone)</li>
	<li>Technical / Food Processing automation/ Validations</li>
	<li>Statistical Data evaluation</li>
	<li>Auditing (internal, external)</li>
	<li>ERP system knowledge</li>
	<li>Physical / chemical Analysis &amp; IPC control</li>
</ul>

Competencies

<ul>
	<li>Motivation /Modelling (Leading by Example)</li>
	<li>Developing People</li>
	<li>Monitoring &amp; Measuring</li>
	<li>Programme and Project Management*</li>
	<li>Influencing and Impact, including Conflict Management</li>
	<li>Assertiveness</li>
	<li>Strategic Thinking &amp; Change Management</li>
	<li>Relationship Building</li>
	<li>Customer Service Orientation</li>
	<li>Judgement &amp; Decision Making</li>
	<li>Presentation and Facilitation</li>
	<li>Analytical Thinking &amp; Problem Solving</li>
	<li>Attention to Detail</li>
	<li>Drive for Results</li>
	<li>Quality &amp; Rule Orientation</li>
	<li>Teamwork</li>
</ul>

The position entails a rigorous quality assurance process, where the incumbent will report directly to the Head of Quality. The primary focus is to maintain the highest standards of product integrity...

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