Job Description
\nTHE JOB AT A GLANCE:<\/p>\n
\tExecute the bakery strategy, co-ordinate bakery operations to serve consumers and customers to drive a sustainable competitive advantage in the marketplace. Meet the business P&L targets, understanding of how the Bakery impacts the income statement and balance sheet, and build an exceptional operations team. Manage human capital to develop capability, retain talent and a develop a high performance culture in your Bakery.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities
\nWHAT YOU WILL DO:<\/p>\n
\tTranslate the bakery strategy and objectives into a business plan, working closely with cross-functional partners (Sales & Distribution, Finance, R&D, Supply Chain etc)
\n\tDrive strategy and execution by directing and engaging with a multi-disciplinary team across functions (Marketing, Customer, Supply Chain, HR and Finance), fostering a high level of cross-functional integration with all resources driving forward the Bakery strategy and priorities
\n\tEnsure that the overall Bakery financial performance meets target
\n\tImplement go-to-market priority setting for General Trade (incl. sales budgets) to meet Bakeries \u00a0objectives, partnering closely with the Sales \u00a0function to drive execution across key channels, regions and service offerings
\n\tWork with National Sales \u00a0Managers to drive activity and growth within Bakery
\n\tIdentify sales \/ growth opportunities through an understanding of drivers of growth
\n\tManage sales discounts to ensure balance of growth versus profitability
\n\tEnsure internal controls are adhered to (baskets \/ balances \/ returns
\n\tDrive supply chain excellence to create fuel for growth
\n\tEnsure capability improvement through benchmarking and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
\n\tDrive supply chain excellence to create fuel for growth
\n\tEnsure capability improvement through benchmarking and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
\n\tResponsible for the effective Maintenance and Engineering Management including ensuring all GMR appointments are in place and execution of CAPEX
\n\tMaintenance and Closing out of corrective actions for internal and external audits (Risk Registers, CSA, KPMG and Other Audits)
\n\tEnsure all safety and quality standards are adhered to across the various areas
\n\tIdentify and build meaningful relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
\n\tLead a team and set them up for success in the workplace and in the marketplace.
\n\tBuild a high-performance culture, foster teamwork and a winning spirit.<\/p>\n
Qualifications
\nESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:<\/p>\n
Competencies<\/p>\n
\tRelevant Degree
\n\tCommercial \/ Financial Acumen
\n\tGood communication skills
\n\tManaging and leading people
\n\tLeading cross-functional teams<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
\t5-10 years Bakery Experience
\n\tLogistics and Depot Management
\n\tFinancial Accounting Application (Profit & Loss Statements)
\n\tSales Management
\n\tLogistics and Depot Management
\n\tProduction management<\/p>\n
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