Career Opportunities at PepsiCo

Responsibilities

What are we looking for?

• Invoice Processing - large volume invoices
• Basic Knowledge of Automated invoice processing
• Process Director > invoice management
• Daily focus on Age Analysis
• Statement reconciliations
• EFT payments – loading payment batches on SAP
• GRIR maintenance
• Resolve complex account queries timeously
• Relationship building with external & internal suppliers

Qualifications

What will qualify you for this role?

• Diploma in Accounting or 5+ years accounts payable experience (preferably in a FMCG environment)
• SAP Knowledge will be an advantage
• Strong Accounting Background
• Excel experience
• High Accuracy and can handle big volumes
• Attention to detail

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Responsibilities

Conducts inspections of machinery and equipment units

• As a dually qualified Millwright he/she is responsible for conducting inspections of machinery and equipment units guided by OEM standards
• Monitors equipment and machinery performance and ensures consistency in delivering plant availability.
• Works with and through technicians and other employees to establish equipment performance before the breakdowns were reported.
• Establishes whether the equipment breakdown is related to a missed planned maintenance or part failure or human interference.
• Uses any of the problem (finding and) solving techniques like 5-Whys, RCA, decision trees etc to pinpoint the real problem behind failures/breakdowns.
• Uses electrical and mechanical knowledge to troubleshoot and tests all equipment.
• Completes job card in consultation with the maintenance planner and requisitions parts depending on the outcome of the above.

Conducts preventative maintenance

• Performs defined and/or ad hoc electrical and equipment testing Corrects electrical systems and equipment malfunctions through testing, adjusting, sequencing, synchronizing and aligns such systems and equipment as AC and DC power supplies, main power control panels, motors, generators, circuit breakers and relay panels.
• Dismantles electrical machinery and replaces defective electrical or mechanical parts such as gears, brushes, and armatures.
• Verify and execute preventive maintenance standards on all electrical / mechanical distribution equipment.
• Completes documentation relating to work done for future reference in the event of failures. Continuous reference to equipment drawings, engineering standards and GMPs in the performance and closing out of jobs done.
• Detects defect and malfunctions with machinery and repairs the same.
• Performs electrical / mechanical preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on a variety of electrical equipment.
• Update the Asset Care system within the Real Time production monitoring system Shopware.

Planned Maintenance

• Ensures that scheduled maintenance of all machinery and equipment is conducted or executed within the Asset Care system.
• Complies with all defined equipment safety protocols and compliance to GMPs.
• Completes job cards and parts requisition documents timeously to improve on mean time to repair thus ensuring high plant availability when planned maintenance has been completed.
• Refurbishes machinery and replacing parts to optimize output.

Plant Breakdowns

• Attends to all electrical and mechanical plant breakdowns and will conduct the diagnosis as stated under point 1 above.
• Obtains feedback from plant personnel on the efficiencies and performance delivery of machinery.
• Clearly demarcates workstation in accordance with procedures in the event of major work to minimise disruptions and possible injuries as a result of human traffic and area being used as thoroughfare.
• Assembles machinery of a unit and ensures proper functioning.
• Adheres to AIB and relevant food safety programmes and environmental protocols.
• Completes documentation of work done and close out on ad hoc call outs
• Updates parts/spares records in conjunction with the stores
• Mounts motors, transformers and lighting fixtures into position and completes circuits according to diagram specifications.
• Placing orders requests for replacement spares from Stores.
• Complying with all safety measures outlined by the company for all work processes.

Administration and Document Completion

• Maintaining a record of all the maintenance work that has been conducted on the machinery.
• Complete daily shift reports.
• Ensures that parts and spares are in stock.
• Performing Standby and Shift duties in line with operational requirements.
• Assist with Monthly Engineering stock count and report results.

Qualifications

• Trade tested as a Millwright (Mechanical/Electrical)
• 3 – 5 years post-apprenticeship experience in FMCG environment or recognition of prior learning
• Good knowledge of Automated Systems
• Team player
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce
• Good communication skills

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Responsibilities

• To deliver and exceed warehouse thru put and productivity targets and to manage the staff compliment, to ensure that the daily as well as weekly plan is on target.
• Manage stock control system to deliver inventory control targets.
• Manage individual performance through positive individual performance management, strong communication in both one on one and team briefings.
• Maintain plan production through timely factory clearance of finished goods.
• Ensure regulatory health, safety and Hygiene standards (AIB) are communicated, understood and maintained by all staff.
• Maintain favourable working environment with regards to company policies and procedures, recognition agreement and labour legislation.
• Maintenance of facilities and equipment to meet required standards.
• Ensure freight optimization through effective load planning.
• Ensure that the optimization of the four KPI’s of cost, service, quality and people are maintained.

SDCA:

• Define department using SIPOC Model.
• Clearly defined PI’s and KPI’s and process maps to task levels for the department.
• Effective SOP’s for all critical task’s.
• Sound and effective SLA’s.
• Effective routines and Review’s.
• Implement 5 S principles in the office and documentation area.
•  Ensure all Key Control protocols and sampling requirements are adhered to and submitted on the GCS portal timeously.
• Ensure no outstanding PODs for the site.

Cost:

• Manage cost within the AOP.
• Ensure cost per case targets are met.
• Manage Pallet costs within targets set.
• Ensure no outstanding pallets to be written off.
• Manage overtime by proper planning of shift resources.
• Manage absenteeism < 2%.
• Ensure limited use of contract labour (only where justified and approved by HR).
• Manage all Warehouse assets.
• Review and implement cost saving initiatives within your department.

Service:

• Ensure 95% Service Level (Fill rate).
• Ensure offloading and putaway confirmed in the system completed within 24 hours of offloading. Goods receipt completed for all inbound loads – in full and accurately on the system.
• Report on Factory truck Turn Around Times (TATs) are submitted timely and accurate with the associated actions oto correct deviations from required numbers.

 Quality:

• Only good stock is receipted into Pepsico Park – no quality defects – must be picked up, separated and fix before putaway is authorised.
• Maintain IRA (Inventory Record Accuracy) of 96%.
• Daily inventory health checks to be reported on time and accurately.
• Ensure housekeeping and hygiene practices inside/outside.
• Ensure 100% adherence to Health and Safety policies. Ensure site requirements are checked frequently and addressed.
• Ensure incidents are reported on time and accurately with the associated actions to close.
• Ensure on time submission of Key Control quarterly feedback and sample results.
• Manage and track all non-conforming quality issues for escalation and resolution.

People:

• Managing staff performance and take corrective action. 
• Identify training needs for warehouse staff.
• Ensure sound management policies and practices are in place and adhered to.
• Manage contract labour (where justified) and ensure source documentation is validated on hours worked/overtime etc.
• Plan and set shifts for Warehouse employees.
• Ensure disciplinary action is taken where recurring deviations to standards are found.

MCRS:

• Meeting schedule / All Departments – Meeting matrix.
• Reminders – structure for visibility and adherence. 

Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Diploma in Warehouse Management plus 2 years relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in warehouse management and stores control.
• Vehicle maintenance knowledge an advantage.
• People Management & self-motivated.

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Responsibilities

• Dismantled, fitted & assembled machinery and parts
• Executed pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical repairs
• Performed planned maintenance on machinery & equipment
• Fitted, inspected, tested and repaired MCC, circuits & wiring systems and electrical equipment
• Used, installed, and applied fault finding on programmable logical control circuits (PLC's)
• Installed and commissioned machinery and equipment

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience within the manufacturing environment in the FMCG industry
• Bakery experience an advantage
• Matric
• Trade Test Certificate

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Responsibilities

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a Distribution Frontline Manager to join our dynamic team. The role is physically located at Atlantis DC and will be reporting to the CDC Manager. The role is responsible for ensuring timely and complete delivery of stock to customers is a top priority. This involves overseeing the management of distribution staff, including drivers and van assistants, to ensure efficient operations. Additionally, it is imperative to always maintain all vehicles in a roadworthy condition to uphold safety standards and minimize disruptions in the delivery process.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for the following:

• Manage the end-to-end distribution center operations including but not limited to the following key process activities: (Receiving inventory, putaway, storage, picking, packing and loading, delivery to customers, de-briefing post-delivery and managing customer invoicing, credit note and claims processing)
• Establish operational procedures for activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing stock, handling and disposals of stales, keeping accurate warehouse inventory, inter warehouse transfers and warehouse replenishment.
• Ensure the warehouse overheads are within budget limits.
• Develop, monitor and adapt KPI’S to address operational and Performance requirements
• Track KPI reports and reason out any deviation from the targets and take appropriate measures to avoid errors.
• Ensure all work equipment are used in proper manner, maintained properly and functioning to its maximum capacity.
• Maintain safe working conditions and environment.
• Executing FIFO procedures to track products’ freshness.
• Follow-up on the Inventory process tracking, physical count and reporting of inventory variance and stock updating.
• Capital Expenditure (Capex) planning and execution
• Ensure the warehouse thru-put and productivity are maintained
• Directly responsible for Warehouse Management System security and data accuracy.
• Establish/maintain working programs to minimize transit and/or storage damage within established guidelines.
• Effectively utilize warehousing space for inbound and outbound materials Control accuracy of shipments and goods received in order to maintain traceability and product loss and minimized penalties.
• Keep abreast of new industry developments affecting the Distribution Centre operation including new products, technologies, modifications and processes, including TPM, which might lead to assuring a more efficient operation.
• Actively support Plant/distribution/supply chain/shipping cost management projects.
• Ensure EHS & QFS Compliance

SDCA

• Define all departments using SIPOC Model
• Drive the Operational Excellence Program (OEP) across all departments
• Clearly defined PI’s and KPI’s and process maps to task levels for all functions
• Effective SOP’s for all critical task’s
• Sound and effective SLA’s across all functions
• Effective routines and Review’s

Cost:

• Manage cost within the AOP.
• Ensure accurate forecasts submitted for P4F and P9F
• Ensure no outstanding pallets to be written off
• Manage overtime by proper planning.
• Manage absenteeism < 2%.
• Ensure limited use of contract labour (only where justified and approved by HR)
• Manage all Distribution assets.
• Ensure no outstanding PODs (Proof of Delivery) or Credit Notes (CNs)

Service:

• Ensure 95% Service Level (Fill rate)
• Ensure 95% On time Delivery
• Ensure accurate and timely communication of delays to pro-actively manage customers
• Report on % departures by 7AM daily

People:

• Implement Monthly Site town hall
• Daily Driver meetings (15min)
• Managing staff performance and take corrective action. 
• Identify training needs for distribution staff.
• Ensure sound management policies and practices are in place and adhered to.
• Manage contract labour (where justified) and ensure source documentation is validated on hours worked/overtime etc.
• Plan and set shifts for Distribution employees.
• Ensure disciplinary action is taken where recurring deviations to standards are found

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role

• Logistics or Supply Chain Diploma/Degree
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in warehousing and distribution.
• Computer literacy                                                                                                
• Good communication skills
• Solid knowledge of WMS
• Good ER and leadership skills

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Overview

6 Month temporary opportunity for a Exports Junior Finance Analyst within the Export Team, supporting the Finance Business Partner (FBP)

Responsibilities

• Support analytical models that facilitate the achievement of business objectives
• Create dashboards to bring financial perspective on initiatives measuring KPI in VOL/NR/Calc GP
• Provide weekly/monthly sales perspective based on the forecast to share with FBP and Commercial Team
• Track the status of order profitability vs forecasts and the impact of changes to the P&L
• Track year-to-date performance
• Creating Trends analyses (volume, pricing, costs) by key country, brand, and product mix
• Variances analyses and highlights gaps and opportunities
• Analysing the cost of sales and cost movements impact on the balance of the year
• Other Monthly Ad hoc country and product performance reporting

Qualifications

• A degree in Finance or Actuarial Science
• FMCG experience
• Knowledge of Exports would be an added advantage
• Dashboard building with Strong Analytical and Mathematical skills
• Ability to work with desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office, Advance Excel, and PowerBI/Tableau
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders

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Responsibilities

What we’re looking for:

Work to provide input to CoEs on market requirements, support negotiations of important contracts as well as developments with key suppliers, align BU stakeholders on category decisions, implement Sector & Cluster Procurement aligned mission and strategy, deliver BU procurement annual and long-term strategic targets, lead P&L Savings & Productivity initiatives, ensure supply security and ensure full compliance to GP Policies & Proceudres.

• Manage (in close collaboration with the SA GP Capex & Make Category Manager) implementation of the SA Cluster wide Procurement vision, mission and strategy.
• Support the implementation of the PEP+ Road map in SA
• Manage Energy category on a cluster level leveraging PepsiCo’s OpCo’s footprint in SA Cluster.
• Work closely with SA GP Capex & Make Category Manager and GP COE to:
  • Monitor sourcing Productivity / Savings for Energy category (for the current year and over PSP).
  • Lead improvement initiatives from procurement side for the Energy category.
  • Evaluate & evolve sourcing strategies based on changing market conditions and provide inputs during strategic sourcing activities, including internal and external analysis and negotiations.
  • Ensure implementation of sourcing strategies / plans, compliance monitored, and benefits tracked (in close collaboration with the Transactional Procurement Team) in line with the procurement policies, SOA and Procurement practices
  • Lead supplier diversity plans and B-BBEE Road map for the category.
  • Deliver on pep+ & sustainability as related to strategy requirements.
• Closely liaise with SA Cluster’s main business stakeholders.
• Manage business stakeholders; represent SA Cluster’s GP function internally (peer level) and externally (suppliers)
• Ensure implementation of best-in-class sourcing methods and tools.
• Govern the development of contracts and agreements; support negotiations of important contracts as well as developments with key suppliers
• Ensure compliance of GP policy within the category.
• Execute SA Cluster’s procurement strategy through implementing Energy category sourcing strategies for productivity and value enhancement that result in tangible benefits to the bottom line.
• Support the SA GP Capex & Make Category Manager in tracking, monitoring and reporting of supplier markets for categories during the duration of contracts (including benchmarking against industry / market standards)
• Own Local / Regional Energy Supplier Relationship Management for range of portfolio managed.

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role:

• Formal University Degree (Bsc or Equivalent)
• +7 Years proven experience in procurement
• +7 years proven procurement experience as the Energy sourcing specialist
• Experience in procurement in a decentralized company
• Experience in working in a regional procurement organization
• Experience in strategically sourcing categories in scope
• Be a recognised leader of change
• Comprehensive understanding and Technicallly inclined in terms of the Energy market in SA
• Skilled in managing across a dispersed team of business stakeholders; strong selling skills
• Procurement professional (CIPS or equivalent)
• Multilingual a plus