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Main Purpose

To plan, execute, & oversee all activities connected with the inventory control, effective safe handling, storage & transportation of all materials from point of arrival through to assembly of orders ready for dispatch in correct quantity, time & condition so as to ensure that factory operates at maximum efficiency. Liaise closely with immediate superior, purchasers, shipping,  and relevant external parties.

A day in the life of a Warehouse Coordinator:

Resources (People and Forklifts)

• Direct and manage the daily operations and ensure output based on daily volume.
• Direct and manage the reassigning of resources with consultation of Supply Chain Manager.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources, equipment and capacity to optimally handle reciepts and dispatches.
• The ability to deputize for other controllers or coordinators in the warehousing environment.                                

Logistics

• Ensuring deliveries are achieved on time (issues, reciept and distpach) and in the right quality for raw, packaging, semifinished , bulk and  finished goods materials in an efficient and effective way.
• Ensure document compliance and tracking (POD, NQMS, OBD, etc)
• Ensure pallets are maintained (Returns, Reciepts, Stock Counts, Housekeeping) on site (3rd party pallets and Nestlé pallets)                                           

Stock Management

• Ensure stock accuracy through the coordination of cycle counts and monthly stock counts.
• Participation in key quarterly and monthly (Outside warehouse)  stock counts.
• Maintain Warehousing Master Data for materials on SAP.
• Ensure defective stock (expired/damaged/blocked) is managed according to the standard and procedures                                 

HR Management

• Training & Development (inclusive of Individual Development Plans) for TAC team on Warehouse Processes.
• Understanding the disciplinary and grievance procedure.
• Abides by the company polices and the disciplinary code                        

Administration

• Creation of Purchase Requisitions on SAP.
• Effective Implementation of procedures and standards                                    

Compliance

• Conducting health checks on SAP.
• Drive compliance with quality control systems and procedures through routine housekeeping checks within the warehouse.
• Drive safety compliance to ensure a safe working environment through the Life Saving rules and Site Safety
• Procedures including Caring Leadership in Safety and FHF submission.
• Ensure all mechanical equipment (E.g. forklift lifts, scales) is maintained and serviced as per the supplier specification or the agreed company standards                                           

What will make you successful?

• Matric or equivalent. Diploma in Logistics advantageous, but not requirement.
• 23 years experience in Supply Chain or stock management
• Relevant operational experience at a factory level, in the following areas is beneficial:
• Raw Materials Receiving (Liquid Bulk, Raw and Packaging)
• Interfactory Supply
• Transportation
• Issues to Production
• Receipt to Production
• Stock Control (Materials and Pallets)
• Extensive SAP Knowledge in Materials Handling

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Main Purpose

To lead execution and implementation of I&R projects through NPDI process, at optimum cost, desired quality and compliant to local legislations and Nestle standards. To also lead and implement NCE initiatives in manufacturing activities.

A day in the life of a Product Technologist:

I&R Excellence: 

• Lead I&R projects by working in cross-functional teams (marketing, technical and factory) and following the NPDI process from Concept to post-launch
• Develop formulations aligned with PTC/R&D Center and in compliance with relevant legislations as well as NF criteria and 60/40 methodology.
• Determine best packaging solution with packaging technologist.
• Identify factory requirements for the new products (CAPEX...).
• Coordinate and lead industrial trials and participate in pHACCP/HACCP studies.
• Prepare and update Manufacturing dossiers and BOMs.
• Ensure smooth hand-over to operations with "zero" defect industrialization.              

Manufacturing Excellence:

• Lead process improvement initiatives to reduce manufacturing costs and improve quality
• Lead initiatives on harmonization of recipes and materials for cost reduction
• Provide technical support to factory on identifying root causes of problems on product quality issues and give recommendations.

Quality and compliance:

• Ensure all I&R project tasks are aligned with internal standards and processes as per NPDI, GIs/MIs.
• Get release approval from BU/SBU for new products.
• Update and maintain recipe management and specification systems.
• Build quality, regulatory compliance and food safety of new products developed.

What will make you successful?

• 3-years National Diploma in Food Technology / Food Engineering or BSc Microbiology/Biotechnology
• 2-years experience in FMCG in manufacturing environment (Food preferably).
• Exposure to both operational and commercial environments.

Closing Date; 26 October 2022