Diageo
Purpose of Role:
The role is accountable for ensuring that Diageo SA and is compliant to local legislation and/or equivalent Diageo codes of practice.
Develop Implement and maintain a Quality Culture
Facilitate and advise on the integration of Quality Systems into each relevant department
Ensure Quality KPI’s are available and up to date for reporting purposes
Partner the Risk Manager with the Formalizing of the SHE Agenda
Accountable for the Internal Auditing Process
Lead the compliance program with third party partners and key suppliers/customers
Improve Service Levels in respect quality Assurance Program with Internal Customers
Role Responsibilities:
The role is also accountable to ensure the protection of Diageo Brands, Ensuring Brand Equity
Provide leadership in successful management of ensure that operational and business risks are identified and managed; and appropriate levels of control are identified, introduced, audited and reviewed
Ensure compliance to the relevant local regulatory acts and legislation, compliance to Trade and Metrology act (quantity compliance); and compliance to the Liquor Products Act and the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectant Act.
Drive Supplier Quality Systems and monitor their ability to conform and comply to Company requirements
Drive capability development of staff in the Quality Team
Maintain open communications with the Diageo Global departments.
Experience / skills required:
Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology or equivalent Tertiary Qualification, a with at least 5 years management experience in a multi-discipline food manufacturing or Quality environment (Lead Auditor/Assessor Certification will be advantageous)
A sound knowledge of the Food Safety legislation of SA such as ISO 9001:2000 and/or SANS 10330: 2006
Strong Functional/Technical Knowledge in the areas of Quality Management and Auditing, Hygiene and Food Safety (HACCP), Food Defence / Security, Food Microbiology / Chemistry and Production process and associated risks
Proven ability in the implementation, maintenance and administration of management systems which will minimize Quality and food safety risks
Skilled in the normal business software tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other PC Based systems
Previous SAP Experience would be beneficial
A good understanding of Diageo Global Risk Management Standards (Or Other) is an added advantage
Effective problem-solving skills
Energetic & driven to perform at the highest capabilities
Good communicator – able to communicate with all levels of staff, Diageo Global Governance Team, suppliers, standards and legislative organizations.
Demonstrates assertiveness to maintain high standards, capable of challenging others and comfortable with being challenged.
Exhibits appropriate Behaviour in line with Diageo’s Values at all times.
Displays high level of integrity and openness, generates trust and confidence when dealing with people
Able to cope with high levels of demand
Barriers to Success in Role
Skill set and training levels of employees
Ability to develop and coach employees effectively
Ability to influence colleagues, senior management and other stakeholders,
Ability to work across cultures and ability to displace entrenched practices with a Compliance culture
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