Introduction<\/p>\n
\tA 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.<\/p>\n
Job description<\/p>\n
\tBrand integrity, quality and product safety
\n\tQuality monitoring and reporting
\n\tDeliver to departmental operating plan and implement technical and science aspects thereof
\n\tEnsuring legal compliance of all our products with due diligence in place
\n\tPackaging development, with respect to legislation, functionality, business objectives and shelf life
\n\tSupplier management and ensure suppliers provide high quality, safe products consistently and according to Woolworths\u2019 standards
\n\tEducate, inform and share knowledge \/ information with team members, suppliers and the organisation appropriately
\n\tBuild customer trust by ensuring foods safety, quality and consistency of products, and preventing re-occurrence of non-compliance
\n\tDeveloping and managing the new product development process for leading edge, innovative and high-quality products
\n\tEffective engagement across foods as well as cross functional collaboration<\/p>\n
Minimum requirements<\/p>\n
\tBSc Food science \/ BTech Food technology \/ BSc Biotechnology degree with minimum 3-5 years\u2019 experience
\n\tUnderstanding of high\/low risk processing including baking
\n\tKnowledge of technical processes and principles (including HACCP, GMP, Supply Chain)
\n\tProven track record of relevant industry experience \/ knowledge across a wide range of product
\n\tTechnical product knowledge (including characteristics, raw material sourcing \/ manufacturing processes and quality \/ safety parameters)
\n\tKnowledge of packaging functionality and application
\n\tAbility to multitask and be agile
\n\tAbility to identify problems and implement effective solutions in collaborations with supplier base
\n\tTeam player with ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people
\n\tOutstanding and effective communication skills
\n\tQuality \/ high standard mindset
\n\tInnovation \/ continuous improvement mindset
\n\tApply food legislation requirements in the category
\n\tAbility to work effectively and productively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
\n\tDeveloped sensory skills
\n\tBusiness acumen, judgement and problem-solving ability
\n\tStrategic development and planning skills
\n\tProject Management Skills
\n\tNetworking and influencing skills
\n\tAssertive communication and conflict handling skills
\n\tPro-active, innovative and entrepreneurial
\n\tAbility to work productively in a stressful environment
\n\tFlexible with ability and willingness to travel
\n\tValid driving licence essential<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.woolworths.co.za\/ ) or<\/p>\n
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