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Bridgestone South Africa. Bridgestone SA is a unit of the world's No.1 tyre manufacturer. Today, Bridgestone develops, manufactures, and markets tyres for passenger, light truck, truck, bus, earthmoving, agricultural, motorcycle and aircraft applications.
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Site Fitter reporting directly to the Branch Manager. This is a local role, based in Durban North at the SASKO Site.
- You will ensure that all the tyres are maintained.
Responsibilities
Tyre Maintenance
- All vehicles to leave the yard with tyres as per SLA;
- All vehicles are surveyed at least once a month;
- Conduct pressure maintenance and correctly capture pressure readings on Survey Sheet;
- Capture tread depth readings over three sections of the tread area and capture on Survey Sheet;
- Fit all wheel positions with valve caps and on all dual positions a valve extension;
- All tyre movements are captured on a Tyre Change Slip;
- All wheel changes must be done subject to SLA;
- Remove smooth tyres and match tread, size and status mismatches;
- Remove tyres with a pressure reading under a 15% of the recommended pressure and check for irregularities;
- Brand tyres as per Bridgestone Commercial and Client agreement;
- Torque all wheel positions at least once a month;
- Report all wheel defects with a Tyre Action Report;
- Inspect and clean rims before fitting tyres.
Stock
- Stock is taken on a daily basis in a Bridgestone Commercial Stock Book;
- Stock must be taken by size and brand number;
- Report daily stock to Customer. (Sign off Stock Sheet);
- All tyres in stock must have a brand number for identification.
Health & Safety
- Correctly lift motor vehicle;
- Utilize correct tools for the job;
- Correctly fit tyres to rim;
- Fit wheels on to motor vehicles correctly;
- Always dressed in Bridgestone Commercial PPE;
- Handle tools with care and keep them clean at all times;
- Ensure work area and yard is always clean;
- Machines & tools are always stored correct and safely;
- Dressing rooms are always presentable and neat;
- Ensure that no company property gets damaged;
- Tyres are neatly packed and clearly marked for easy identification;
- Comply with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ensure Personal Protective Equipment and facilities provided by the company are in good and clean working condition.
Administration
- Capture tyre survey info in a Bridgestone Commercial Survey Book;
- Capture all tyre movements in a Bridgestone Commercial Tyre Change Slip Book;
- All tyres sent to the factory must be captured in a Factory Control Book;
- Keep a Branding Register of all tyres branded;
- All paperwork must be stored in a save dry place.
Customer Liaison
- Identify all Maintenance Related Problems and report to the customer;
- Maintain a good working relationship with the customer;
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing that falls within the parameters of own line of duty;
- Ensure customer satisfaction at all times.
General Responsibilities
- Torque wrench spring relax after use;
- Lubricate impact on daily basis;
- Drain water traps and compressor daily;
- Clean and store equipment daily;
- Compliance to health and safety procedures on site.
Requirements
- National senior Certificate
- Proficiency in English
- 2 years tyre experience
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Site Co-ordinator reporting directly to the Branch Manager.
- This is a Local role, based at the Belville MTL Site and will ensure efficient service delivery by managing service centre staff and assets productively. Maintaining client and vendor relations and performing a variety of administrative tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Management of service centre staff / service delivery
- Prioritize work requirement and delegate to staff.
- Coordinate all lunch / tea times in relation to company policy and legislative requirements.
- All vehicles to leave yard as per SLA agreement (if applicable).
- All wheel positions are pressure maintained.
- Wheel positions are correctly fitted with valve caps and where necessary valve extensions.
- All tyre movements are captured on a Tyre Change Slip.
- All tyres below agreed removal mm must be removed.
- Correct matching must take place by size, tread and status.
- All tyres with Kpa readings under 15% of the recommended pressure must be removed and checked for irregularities.
- All tyres are correctly branded as per agreement.
- All wheel positions are torque prior to vehicles leaving
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing that falls within the parameters of own line of duty.
- Plan collection and deliveries efficiently as per customer needs including all sites
- All tyres requiring a brand number are captured in a Branding Register. Health & Safety
- Responsible for Health and Safety at the Service Center
- All employees are provided and dressed in clean PPE.
- Yard and work area are neat and clean at all times.
- Adhere to safety standards at all times.
- All tools and equipment are kept certified and calibrated and recorded on the tool register.
- Communicate any risk, injury, loss of life or damage to company assets to management in line with prescribed company procedures.
- All work to be carried out in accordance to SOP Retreading
- All relevant paperwork must be correctly completed and filed
- Organize delivery and collection of retreads including sites
- Customer Liaison
- Fill out tyre action reports for all vehicles visiting the service centre (communicate all defects to customer).
- Identify all Maintenance Related Problems and report to the Customer.
- Maintain a good working relationship with the Customer Breakdowns
- Organize breakdown and standby rosters
- Ensure all breakdowns are attended to
- Breakdowns cannot be declined
- Breakdowns are captured in a Breakdown Log Book Asset Management
- All on site tools are captured on a tool register and signed off on a monthly basis
- All company owned vehicles are serviced when necessary• All company owned vehicles are kept neat and clean.
- All company owned vehicles are operated with a Log Book.
Required capabilities
- Customer satisfaction through optimum service delivery
- Skilled and motivated workforce
- Detailed knowledge of OHSA
- Prioritising work schedules and delivery
Education:
- Grade 12
- MS Word & Excel (Intermediate level)
- Drivers License code 08 Experience:
- Up to 2 years supervisory experience
- Proficiency in English
- SAP system experience will be an advantage Leadership Competencies:
- Work scheduling of staff to meet customer needs
- Coordination of operations within his service centre
- Communication
- Leadership
- Confidentiality
- Customer Service
- Operational Decision making
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Summary of the Business Development Role:
- The main purpose of the Business Development Manager is to support Supa Quick with site analysis, financial viability and detailed demographic studies on new development opportunities. Further act as a consult with cross functional teams in developing and maintaining the Franchise Systems i.e. FMS utilization and development; Supa Check utilization and development.
- Together with the Franchise Director will develop the operational strategy to drive the direction and leadership of the business; build and implement effective franchise best practice and maintain internal controls to grow in the market.
- The ideal Candidate will be an experienced Leader with a solid track record in retail franchise management. Significant experience in markets is essential. The cultural fit and identification with the values will be important.
- The role of Business Development Manager, will report to the Franchise Director of Bridgestone South Africa.
- The role is responsible to preserve and increase Bridgestone market share, focus on creating a base of repeat business for sustainable performance. Drive revenue numbers by focusing on the Supa Quick preferred supplier utilization to generate maximum rebates for the franchisee and franchisor.
- Increasing quality and sales effectiveness, customer satisfaction and business efficiency through leadership and solid business planning by using retail franchise expertise.
- The workplace for the role is remote and from time to time at the Bridgestone Head Office – Vorna Valley, Midrand.
Main responsibilities
- Support the FA/Property Manager in managing the FA renewal process.
- Look for ways to reduce investment required to open a retail store through innovation, operational skills and knowledge.
- Attend annual South African Council of Shopping Centres Congress with FA/Property Manager
- Manage Supa Quick Head Office operating budget ( planning of remodel requirements and revenue recognition )
- POS System management and implementation . Leader migration process to digital transformation
- Consult with cross functional teams regarding the Centralized Billing Process.
- Manage details of Intranet, Supa-Library, FMS and paperwork into internal systems and ensure accuracy.
- Manage Preferred Supplier List and Rebates
- Report monthly on franchisees purchasing power in support of the Preferred Suppliers.
- Develop and implement compliance model with incentive scheme to ensure franchisee participation and increase buying power.
- Monitor and analyse participation from all franchisees and report on these findings to Management.
- Initiate Marketing / Promotion campaigns with all Preferred Suppliers
- Participating in product training and awareness and report monthly on training initiatives.
- Identify, develop and implement training and development programs/initiatives, in conjunction with BSAF, for the channels within the Supa Quick structures to meet its strategic goals and objectives.
- Conduct skills and development audits to ascertain gaps in Supa Quick business model.
- Liaise with BSAF Training Department and suppliers to provide training solutions to close identified gaps.
- Source supplier subject matter expertise (SME) for the funding and development of training interventions, and courseware according to the supplier’s unique skills and techniques.
- Accept responsibility for the maintenance of learner’s management systems (LMS) and data bases, and planning logistics as they pertain to training and development
- Maintain BSAF global standards for the development and delivery of training.
- Coordinate ongoing training activities with all Preferred Suppliers.
KEY EXECUTIVE ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED:
- At least 5-10 years senior management position exposure with franchise background.
- Experience in an entrepreneurial environment / structure will be a distinct advantage.
- Must be able to demonstrate experience in working collaboratively with functional managers and the business leader to develop business plans
- Must have a good understanding of audit and risk assessment processes and principles
- Must understand how to formulate and execute business strategies
- Must have demonstrated an ability to establish robust systems and controls and build a strong performing team
- A track record of success in continuing the existing growth and momentum of a businesses to over achievement and building the next growth phase
- Management skills with key suppliers to negotiate deals for Franchisee network
- Operate as a senior, trusted management figure displaying good judgement and absolute integrity to inspire trust and confidence.
- An energetic leader with an entrepreneurial flair and a pro-active "can-do" attitude
Bridgestone BEHAVIORS
Qualified candidates for this important position will therefore need to demonstrate the following:
- Agility – to work in a matrix and complex environment where change happens at a rapid pace
- Courage – to share ideas, think out of the box
- Ownership – to see the bigger picture and take ownership by thinking and acting beyond the role
Bridgestone LEADERSHIP ESSENCE
Qualified candidates for this important position will therefore need to demonstrate the following:
- Establishes strategic direction and effectively communicates the vision: Communicates a clear and inspiring vision for the business; drives competitive and innovative strategies and is able to generate alignment against the strategic direction
- Demonstrates business acumen to achieve results through others: Understands, educates and applies the fundamental business concepts by which a company operates in order to deliver results and create a climate that fosters personal commitment to excellence
- Promotes and enhances company culture: Champions the organization’s shared values and beliefs
- Effectively manages across cultures: Achieves effective collaboration, alignment, and communication across multiple dimensions of cultural diversity
- BOSS focused - serves the customers having the end users in mind: Makes BOSS (end users) and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; develops and sustains productive relationships with BOSS; leverages BOSS intimacy in the development of new products, services and competitive advantage
- Demonstrates self-awareness and emotional intelligence: Recognizes one’s personal strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and limits. Understands emotions and their effects
- Intellectually curious in support of learning agility: Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learns through their application
- Embraces and leads change and innovation: Encourages different and innovative approaches to address problems and opportunities; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change within the organization
- Identifies and develops organizational talent: Attracts high calibre diverse talent , leads and guides others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives through on-going development and collaboration
Required capabilities
- Very good knowledge of Franchise best practices and toolkit;
- Good understanding of Operations, sales and services in POS
- Ability to establish strategic direction and effectively communicates the vision
- Business acumen to achieve results through others
- Ability to promote and enhances company culture
- Ability to effectively manages across cultures
- Boss focus - ability to serve the customers having the end user in mind
- High level of self-awareness and emotional intelligence
- Intellectual curiosity in support of learning agility
- Ability to embraces and leads change and innovation
- Experiences in identification and development organizational talent
- Practical approach and abilities
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Fluent in English
- Able to travel extensively
Fundamental Competencies
- Confidentiality
- Impartiality
- Integrity
- Trustworthiness
- Courage
- Teamwork
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Tyre Builder in 1st Stage Plant 1 reporting directly to the Production Foreman. This is a Local role, based in Brits.
- You will adhere to safety regulation and specification standards required to assemble a tyre within the targeted cycle time.
Responsibilities:
- Risk assessment of the equipment
- Complete safety checklist
- Wear provided PPE
- Maintain 3S in your work area
- Check all controls at the building machine are in good working order
- Check and record machine and material parameters on sheet provided
- Inspect and record green tyre for defects and repair
- Check all centerlines and CIL points on the machine
- Record all production details on shopware system.
- Weigh waste, TMA and green tyres on the provided sheet
- Work in a team order
- Produce the required target
Requirements:
- Minimal must have Grade 12 certificate, N3+, other certification,…
- Languages skills: English
- Technical Knowledge: be able to interpret specifications and troubleshooting knowledge.
- Soft Skills: Basic computer skills;problem solving skills
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Production supervisor reporting directly to the Production line Manager. This is a Local role, based in Brits Operations.
- You will couple of high-level sentences to describe the role, including working relations).
- Maintain a safe and healthy working environment: Conduct daily safety talk as per prescribed topic during shift start up meeting. Conduct safety walk through activity to identify potential hazards and/or unsafe conditions.
- Volume: Plan people line up and allocation as per the operational need and schedule. Identify potential losses: action and/or re organise. Follow EO performance two hourly – action poor performance.
- Quality: Check and confirm that all production or scheduled changes are done according to standard and in line with the plan. Ensure that quality gates are functioning and are being followed daily. Ensure that you conduct check and confirm activity after every change in the process.
- People management: Ensure that all training activity is recorded in the training register as per the process. Action absenteeism on a shift/daily basis. Initiate disciplinary action if and when required.
- Administration: Ensure overtime approval system and processes are followed. Check and confirm that the requisition and approval process is followed for all supplies and expenses. Ensure the system and process is followed in respect of the issuing and use of PPE.
- Leadership: Conduct shift DDS and line DDS meetings in line with the IWS methodology. Ensure that the EO’s execute their tasks and responsibilities in line with the IWS methodology through effective follow up and COTF (Coaching on the floor). Identify top losses for the shift and allocate resources to address the top losses
Requirements:
- Personality: This is a role for somebody dynamic, energetic, self-driven, results –oriented and above all who has a positive “can do” outlook with a clear focus on deliverables. Highly organized, naturally forward planning, logical, structured thinker who critically assesses his/her own performance.
- Personal Situation: able to commute reliably to office. Able to work extended hours on occasions when required. Must be able to work shifts, attend meetings.
- Specific Job Skills: Able to communicate and motivate coherently. Understands the principles of Manufacturing, has a strong management skill, strong leadership planning and organizational skills essential.
- Leadership, Production Experience: Good written and oral communication skills, problem solving skills, time management skills, computer literacy, ability to work as part of a team and ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
Education:
- Grade 12
- National Diploma in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management (added advantage)
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience of tyre manufacturing industry experience
- Minimum of 5 years managerial experience in production environment
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Job Purpose
- Testing of raw materials of different suppliers, ensuring that materials supplied are conforming to Bridgestone specification
Responsibilities:
Main responsibilities
- Ensure that materials supplied and tested are conforming to Bridgestone Specifications.
- Receiving and recording of sampled material
- Testing material according to Bridgestone Specs
- Record keeping of results after testing
- Release conforming material to production
Ensure that quality is maintained by testing In-house material
- Testing of SMM on calendared steel/fabric material
- Testing of the tackiness of Rubber material
Reporting of all non-conforming material incidents and take part in problem solving.
- Identifying and blocking of out of spec material.
- Handling material according to FIFO.
Maintain good housekeeping in the lab
- Always maintaining 5S Standards
- Ensure good laboratory practices
Ensure on time release of material to production
- Material to be tested within 5 working days after receiving
Requirements:
- Customer satisfaction: meeting OEM QS requirements, all appropriate management & ISO 9001 & TS/16949 certification.
- All employees conducting work that effect quality have the necessary QS competencies and therefore perform work effectively, Management & administration of QMS functions.
- Assist in execution of some of the QMS activities, all risks are identified and countermeasures are effectively implemented, the plant adheres to all QMS & departmental Safety requirements.
- All activities are completed within the planned deadlines.
Education:
- National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (Must)
- Bsc Chemistry would be advantageous
Experience:
- Lab testing and analysis skills
- Knowledge of technical properties of raw materials being analysed in Bridgestone.
- Ability to use traditional and digital instruments and equipment.
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Job Purpose
- Oversee the Final Inspection production processes by deploying methods and procedures to produce quality products in a cost effective manner. Implement manufacturing strategies and action plans to ensure that the unit facility supports the company’s strategic initiatives. Assists Manufacturing Manager in the development and attainment of the business plan through setting business unit goals and strategies in line with corporate strategies.
- Ensure that a strong focus on, employees safety, product and process quality, environmental responsibility and continuous improvement, is a critical part of the work at every level of the manufacturing organization.
- Initiate, enable, lead and support projects that will improve productivity, quality, safety, environment and delivery, and will reduce cost, lead time, waste and accidents.
- Build a high performance business unit, trough proactive talent management, including employee involvement, strong succession planning and management, individual development, and alignment with global strategies in these areas.
- To ensure that we produce a quality product that exceeds customer’s expectations and aim to ensure that the product or service an organisation provides is fit for purpose, is consistent and meets both external and internal requirements.
This includes but is not restricted to:
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of applicable legal and corporate policies and procedures.
- Coach, train, motivate and guide all plant operators, employees and associates on quality standards and procedures
- Develop and implement strategies to facilitate, develop and grow a culture of continuous improvement and quality consciousness throughout the organization
Responsibilities:
- Ensure a safe and healthy working and operating environment in full compliance with all legal and corporate regulations and policies for all people on the site.
- Understand customer needs and requirements to develop effective quality management processes.
- Develop, implement and maintain an effective Quality Management System that complies and exceeds legal, corporate, customer (OEM and replacement) and industry norms and expectations.
- Oversee all product development procedures to identify deviations from quality standards.
- Identify and recommend opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Ensure inspection and testing of incoming and sub-contracted materials, test and evaluation of final product to ensure it exceeds customer requirements.
- Solicit feedback from customers to assess whether their requirements are met.
- Keep accurate documentation and perform statistical analysis and submit detailed reports to appropriate stakeholders with recommendations on improvements.
- Prepare and obtain approval for operating budgets and drive delivery against approved budgets.
- Identify, coach and develop talent to build quality management competency and capability.
- Drive employee engagement and compliance with all legal and corporate policies and regulations relating to labor, safety, health, quality and the environment.
Required capabilities:
- Customers satisfaction- Supply them with a product that exceeds their expectations by controlling the process with minimum scrap and waste
- Controlling all processes according to procedure – QMP
- To control and follow-up on the quality of incoming materials
- Supplying products to OEM’s that exceeds their expectations
- Experience and reasonable technical mastery in operations
- Planning, Leading and Organising skills
- Communication skills and willingness to interact with shop floor staff
- A desire to be in a lead role
- Must demonstrate knowledge/experience working with Excel
- Sound Interpersonal Skills and ability to work under pressure
- Presentation Skills
- Analytical Skills
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or equivalent
- Training in applications of TQM/Continuous Improvement/FMEA’s in manufacturing processes
- 5-10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, Tyre or rubber experience preferred
- Enhanced management skills (project management, staff management) recommended.
- Minimum of 5 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a complex and multi cluster production process
- Min of 3 years in a managerial experience. Must currently be responsible for a manufacturing unit
- Exposure to a variety of production, complex manufacturing processes and technical responsibilities would be an advantage
- Previous experience as a Production/Maintenance/Quality/Technical Manager with proven success is required
- Experience in unionised environment
- Strong knowledge of industry and management methodologies which focus on continuous improvement in manufacturing operations. Proven track record of success in continuous processes and change management, lean, TPM and/or progressive continuous improvement system knowledge
- Proven competencies in driving operational excellence across the manufacturing environment, with measurable results
- A good understanding of the annual operating planning process, and 5 year future plan process environment
- Plus a minimum of 3 years management experience
Leadership Competencies:
- Communication skills
- Ability to persuade
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Organisational and planning skills
- Numerical and statistical analysis
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Quality and industry knowledge
- Documentation skills.
- Accountability and responsibility
- Drives accountability and high performance
- Fosters teamwork and collaboration
- Promotes Servant Leadership
- Hazard Awareness
- Emergency Response
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a General Worker reporting directly to the Branch Manager. This is a local role, based in Pot Elizabeth.
- You will ensure that all the tyres are maintained.
Responsibilities:
Tyre Maintenance
- All vehicles to leave the yard with tyres as per SLA;
- All vehicles are surveyed at least once a month;
- Conduct pressure maintenance and correctly capture pressure readings on Survey Sheet;
- Capture tread depth readings over three sections of the tread area and capture on Survey Sheet;
- Fit all wheel positions with valve caps and on all dual positions a valve extension;
- All tyre movements are captured on a Tyre Change Slip;
- All wheel changes must be done subject to SLA;
- Remove smooth tyres and match tread, size and status mismatches;
- Remove tyres with a pressure reading under a 15% of the recommended pressure and check for irregularities;
- Brand tyres as per Bridgestone Commercial and Client agreement;
- Torque all wheel positions at least once a month;
- Report all wheel defects with a Tyre Action Report;
- Inspect and clean rims before fitting tyres.
Stock
- Stock is taken on a daily basis in a Bridgestone Commercial Stock Book;
- Stock must be taken by size and brand number;
- Report daily stock to Customer. (Sign off Stock Sheet);
- All tyres in stock must have a brand number for identification.
Health & Safety
- Correctly lift motor vehicle;
- Utilize correct tools for the job;
- Correctly fit tyres to rim;
- Fit wheels on to motor vehicles correctly;
- Always dressed in Bridgestone Commercial PPE;
- Handle tools with care and keep them clean at all times;
- Ensure work area and yard is always clean;
- Machines & tools are always stored correct and safely;
- Dressing rooms are always presentable and neat;
- Ensure that no company property gets damaged;
- Tyres are neatly packed and clearly marked for easy identification;
- Comply with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ensure Personal Protective Equipment and facilities provided by the company are in good and clean working condition.
Administration
- Capture tyre survey info in a Bridgestone Commercial Survey Book;
- Capture all tyre movements in a Bridgestone Commercial Tyre Change Slip Book;
- All tyres sent to the factory must be captured in a Factory Control Book;
- Keep a Branding Register of all tyres branded;
- All paperwork must be stored in a save dry place.
Customer Liaison
- Identify all Maintenance Related Problems and report to the customer;
- Maintain a good working relationship with the customer;
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing that falls within the parameters of own line of duty;
- Ensure customer satisfaction at all times.
General Responsibilities
- Torque wrench spring relax after use;
- Lubricate impact on daily basis;
- Drain water traps and compressor daily;
- Clean and store equipment daily;
- Compliance to health and safety procedures on site.
Requirements:
- National Senior Certificate
- Proficiency in English
- 2 years tyre experience
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Counter Sales person reporting directly to the Branch Manager. This is a local role, based in Kroonstad.
- The successful incumbent will create an excellent first impression telephonically and in person with customers. They will generate interest and maximise sales opportunities for the branch. Develop and maintain excellent understanding of all products, services, systems and processes in order to deal with all kinds of questions from customers and fellow employees.
Responsibilities:
Achievement of Sales targets
- Sell Bridgestone range of products over the counter by reading the situation and maximising the Gross Profit (GP) to ensure maximum profit
- Register Tyre Damage Guarantee (TDG) on system
- Advise customer on benefits and product choice
- Complete invoicing procedure at the counter
- Provide on the job training for less experienced employees
- Instruct workers to execute the job as required by the customer
- Ensure exceptional fitting bay performance
- Keep a diary of customer enquiries and pass prospective leads onto branch reps for follow up
- Ensure that customers get correct advice to secure their business
- Picking slip always correctly completed and filed
- Correct price, discount and product at all times
- Correct payment method and procedures followed
- Always recommend the additional critical services to customers- Alignment, balancing, etc
- Prioritize the execution of the breakdown and documentation thereof where applicable
- Knowledge and compliance to Competitions Act
Customer Service
- Know market related pricing, issues and trends
- Inform customers of new services and products
- Advise the Branch Manager of any exceptions or other trading information which will benefit the business
- Ensure customers are informed of offers
- Ensure all jobs are completed timeously and that the customer is informed of any delays
- Do customer visits at least once a month
- Do customer fleet surveys
- Ensure that all tyres requiring a brand number are captured in a branding register
- Ensure all relevant paperwork must be filed and stored in a clean safe place
Accurate Administration
- Purchase Order Documents (POD’s) signed completed in register and handed to administration
- Capture all claim cards according to company policy
- Ensuring that all cash sales, invoicing and administration procedures are strictly adhered to
- Administer Counter Sales float and daily register
- Maintain list of regular branch customer’s profile and pricing
- Check vehicles daily trip sheet
- Inform branch manager of service intervals on vehicles where applicable
- All tyre movements are captured on a tyre registry
- Do part of monthly housekeeping on SAP
Health and Safety
- Ensure work area is compliant with Occupational Health and Safety standards
- Ensure fitters work is executed correctly according to company health and safety procedures and company fitting procedures
- Ensure cleanliness of staff overalls and general hygiene
- Ensure customer area are clean
- Ensure that all equipment including wheel alignment, wheel balancers, low level lifts and tools are clean, in good working condition and are certified
- Ensure the self-calibration of all relevant equipment is maintained weekly
- Keep inspection records
- Ensure weekly safety talks are held and all employees sign attendance records
- Take control of branch health and safety
Asset Management
- All on site tools are captured on a tool register and signed off on a monthly basis
- All company owned vehicles are serviced when necessary
- All company owned vehicles are kept neat and clean
- All company owned vehicles are operated with a Log Book
Breakdowns
- Manage all breakdowns and standby rosters
- Ensure all tools including safety cage and safety equipment necessary for breakdowns is on break down vehicle
- Co-ordinate breakdown tyre with customer
- Ensure all breakdowns are attended to
- Breakdowns cannot be declined
Retreading
- Coordinate all retreading
- Tyres that are sent to the factory are clearly marked with the Job Ticket Number it was issued with
- Ensure the branch manages Certificate of Compliance (COC’s) and that all customer retreads gets delivered as soon as possible
General
- Have a working knowledge of wheel alignments
- Working knowledge of Toolbox and Maximizer
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing, which fall within the parameters of this job
- Adherence to such requests or instructions
Requirements:
- Grade 12 and Diploma in Sales and Marketing / Business Administration
- MS Office (advanced)
- Driver license code 08
- Min 3 years in the counter sales or related position
- SAP experience will be advantageous
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a General Worker reporting directly to the Branch Manager. This is a local role, based in Belville.
- You will ensure that all the tyres are maintained.
Responsibilities:
Tyre Maintenance
- All vehicles to leave the yard with tyres as per SLA;
- All vehicles are surveyed at least once a month;
- Conduct pressure maintenance and correctly capture pressure readings on Survey Sheet;
- Capture tread depth readings over three sections of the tread area and capture on Survey Sheet;
- Fit all wheel positions with valve caps and on all dual positions a valve extension;
- All tyre movements are captured on a Tyre Change Slip;
- All wheel changes must be done subject to SLA;
- Remove smooth tyres and match tread, size and status mismatches;
- Remove tyres with a pressure reading under a 15% of the recommended pressure and check for irregularities;
- Brand tyres as per Bridgestone Commercial and Client agreement;
- Torque all wheel positions at least once a month;
- Report all wheel defects with a Tyre Action Report;
- Inspect and clean rims before fitting tyres.
Stock
- Stock is taken on a daily basis in a Bridgestone Commercial Stock Book;
- Stock must be taken by size and brand number;
- Report daily stock to Customer. (Sign off Stock Sheet);
- All tyres in stock must have a brand number for identification.
Health & Safety
- Correctly lift motor vehicle;
- Utilize correct tools for the job;
- Correctly fit tyres to rim;
- Fit wheels on to motor vehicles correctly;
- Always dressed in Bridgestone Commercial PPE;
- Handle tools with care and keep them clean at all times;
- Ensure work area and yard is always clean;
- Machines & tools are always stored correct and safely;
- Dressing rooms are always presentable and neat;
- Ensure that no company property gets damaged;
- Tyres are neatly packed and clearly marked for easy identification;
- Comply with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ensure Personal Protective Equipment and facilities provided by the company are in good and clean working condition.
Administration
- Capture tyre survey info in a Bridgestone Commercial Survey Book;
- Capture all tyre movements in a Bridgestone Commercial Tyre Change Slip Book;
- All tyres sent to the factory must be captured in a Factory Control Book;
- Keep a Branding Register of all tyres branded;
- All paperwork must be stored in a save dry place.
Customer Liaison
- Identify all Maintenance Related Problems and report to the customer;
- Maintain a good working relationship with the customer;
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing that falls within the parameters of own line of duty;
- Ensure customer satisfaction at all times.
General Responsibilities
- Torque wrench spring relax after use;
- Lubricate impact on daily basis;
- Drain water traps and compressor daily;
- Clean and store equipment daily;
- Compliance to health and safety procedures on site.
Requirements:
- National Senior Certificate
- Proficiency in English
- 2 years tyre experience
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Sales Representative reporting directly to the Branch Manager based in Pomona.
- The successful incumbent will be working as a branch Sales Representatives to ensure the success of the Customer Value Proposition by having a deep understanding of customer needs, ensuring that the customers have a single source of contact and providing quick responses within stipulated turnaround times. Achieve, top line and profitability targets for the region and to grow Bridgestone’s regional market share year on year.
Responsibilities:
Sales:
- Achieve 100% of sales budget units and profitability
- Monitor sales by channel and by outlet
- Continuously increase sales per family customer and per category
- Achieve sales mix, as per company sales policy
Customer Relations:
- Foster trust relationships with customers through actions and proactive support
- Conduct marketing and promotional activities to enhance BSAF sales through channel
- Qualify new business
- Investigate product problems and deal with related queries
- Build and maintain trusted customer relationships and provide product training
Reporting and Business Acumen:
- Collect market data and use intelligently to analyse customer behaviour
- Report on monthly dealer activity, pricing movement, market changes and competitor strategies
- Compile monthly/quarterly reports on channel performance
- Plan and compile itinerary and customer call reports
- Advise on product range, stock rotation etc
Technical Services & Support:
- Provide technical product specific support to customers
- Customer complaint management
- Assist with admin and customer on-boarding procedures
Requirements:
- Diploma or B.Degree in Sales and Marketing or Business Management
- Minimum 3 years experience in similar role
- Basic financial management skills (Profit & Loss / Balance sheet)
- Valid Drivers License
- Tyre Experience (Advantageous)
- MS Office Advanced
- Must be able to work independently and under pressure
- Must have a positive momentum, solid work ethic and result driven
- Effective decision making, planning & implementation skills
- Effective communication skills - ability to inspire, intellectually stimulate, direct action for achieving results
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Mixer 2 Operator reporting directly to the Mixer Line Lead. This is a local role, based in Brits, North-West.
- You will play a critical role in the production process, as your duties form part of the first line of the production process in producing a tyre.
Responsibilities:
- Pre start up checks. Ensure preparation for production run by reviewing the production batch recipe. Download the recipe from the control screen. Identify the material that needs to be used for the job. Transfer that material unto the conveyor belt.
- Start-up procedure. Start mixer and all other equipment to be used. Conduct safety checks, CL/CIL checks.
- Operation. Scan the product ticket onto the system. Load the compound onto the conveyor belt. Verify product loaded by checking the mass on scale screen display. Transfer the batch onto the weigh station. Release thatch to the mixer. Communicate with Roller Die Operator that batch is in mixer.
- Shut down procedure. Ensure to run mixer until pressure is on zero, this will mean that the current batch is run out. Lock out the mixer. Communicate with Roller Die that the mixer has been locked out.
- Troubleshooting. Autonomous Maintenance for minor machine stops & CL/CIL/DH on equipment. Initial Problem Solving on recurring stops.
- Housekeeping (3S). Perform housekeeping at loading area and the mixer. Clean display screens. Examine belt and conveyor.
Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Mathematics and Science) or equivalent NQF level qualification
- Overhead Crane and Fork Lifting License
- Knowledge of mixing process
- Basic PLC trouble shooting
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Site Fitter reporting directly to the Branch Manager. This is a local role, based in Wadeville at the SPAR South Rand site.
- You will ensure that all the tyres are maintained.
Responsibilities:
Tyre Maintenance
- All vehicles to leave the yard with tyres as per SLA;
- All vehicles are surveyed at least once a month;
- Conduct pressure maintenance and correctly capture pressure readings on Survey Sheet;
- Capture tread depth readings over three sections of the tread area and capture on Survey Sheet;
- Fit all wheel positions with valve caps and on all dual positions a valve extension;
- All tyre movements are captured on a Tyre Change Slip;
- All wheel changes must be done subject to SLA;
- Remove smooth tyres and match tread, size and status mismatches;
- Remove tyres with a pressure reading under a 15% of the recommended pressure and check for irregularities;
- Brand tyres as per Bridgestone Commercial and Client agreement;
- Torque all wheel positions at least once a month;
- Report all wheel defects with a Tyre Action Report;
- Inspect and clean rims before fitting tyres.
Stock
- Stock is taken on a daily basis in a Bridgestone Commercial Stock Book;
- Stock must be taken by size and brand number;
- Report daily stock to Customer. (Sign off Stock Sheet);
- All tyres in stock must have a brand number for identification.
Health & Safety
- Correctly lift motor vehicle;
- Utilize correct tools for the job;
- Correctly fit tyres to rim;
- Fit wheels on to motor vehicles correctly;
- Always dressed in Bridgestone Commercial PPE;
- Handle tools with care and keep them clean at all times;
- Ensure work area and yard is always clean;
- Machines & tools are always stored correct and safely;
- Dressing rooms are always presentable and neat;
- Ensure that no company property gets damaged;
- Tyres are neatly packed and clearly marked for easy identification;
- Comply with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ensure Personal Protective Equipment and facilities provided by the company are in good and clean working condition.
Administration
- Capture tyre survey info in a Bridgestone Commercial Survey Book;
- Capture all tyre movements in a Bridgestone Commercial Tyre Change Slip Book;
- All tyres sent to the factory must be captured in a Factory Control Book;
- Keep a Branding Register of all tyres branded;
- All paperwork must be stored in a save dry place.
Customer Liaison
- Identify all Maintenance Related Problems and report to the customer;
- Maintain a good working relationship with the customer;
- Undertake all reasonable requests and instructions, given verbally or in writing that falls within the parameters of own line of duty;
- Ensure customer satisfaction at all times.
General Responsibilities
- Torque wrench spring relax after use;
- Lubricate impact on daily basis;
- Drain water traps and compressor daily;
- Clean and store equipment daily;
- Compliance to health and safety procedures on site.
Requirements:
- National senior Certificate
- Proficiency in English
- 2 years tyre experience
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Job Purpose
- We are looking for a Gum Calendar Wind -up Operator reporting directly to the Production Supervisor. This is a Local, based in Brits Plant.
- You will be responsible to ensure all the components are wind – up according to quality standards and stored at FIFO storage area.
Responsibilities:
- Collect material handle equipment at the start of the shift.
- Assist Gum Calendar Operator at start up.
- TMA packing and work-away.
- Ensure components are properly wind-up as per quality standards.
- Ensure components are correctly identify as per specification.
- Follow reasonable instructions from production supervisor.
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Languages skills: English speaking
- Soft Skills: Computer skills – Shopware / BOSS
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