Job Description

Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Western Cape
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
A dynamic team player is required to join our Foods Department, in order to provide the competitive edge through the delivery of quality, safety, availability and innovation sustainably.
Job description

• Brand integrity, quality and product safety
• Quality monitoring and reporting
• Deliver to departmental operating plan and implement technical and science aspects thereof
• Ensuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place
• Packaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality, business objectives and shelf life
• Supplier management and ensure suppliers provide high quality, safe products consistently and according to Woolworths' standards
• Educate, inform and share knowledge / information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately
• Build customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of non-compliance
• Developing and managing the new product development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products
• Effective engagement across foods as well as cross functional collaboration

Minimum requirements
BSc Food science / BTech Food technology / BSc Biotechnology degree with minimum 3-5 years' experience
Understanding of high/low risk processing including baking
Knowledge of technical processes and principles (including HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain)
Proven track record of relevant industry experience / knowledge across a wide range of product
Technical product knowledge (including characteristics, raw material sourcing / manufacturing processes and quality / safety parameters)
Knowledge of packaging functionality and application
Ability to multitask and be agile
Ability to identify problems and implement effective solutions in collaborations with supplier base
Team player with ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
Outstanding and effective communication skills
Quality / high standard mindset
Innovation / continuous improvement mindset
Apply food legislation requirements in the category
Ability to work effectively and productively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
Developed sensory skills
Business acumen, judgement and problem-solving ability
Strategic development and planning skills
Project Management Skills
Networking and influencing skills
Assertive communication and conflict handling skills
Pro-active, innovative and entrepreneurial
Ability to work productively in a stressful environment
Flexible with ability and willingness to travel
Valid driving licence essential

Skills Required