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Immediate Superior:
Sulette Oelofse

Job Grade: 15

Location:
Stellenbosch

Function:
Supply Chain

Sub Function:
CoE Intrinsics

Type of Contract:
Permanent

Reference Number: 99017

Closing Date: 21/01/2024

Purpose of the job is to provide advanced analytical chemistry analysis insights to support intrinsic strategies and requirements through best practices and technologies.

Key responsibilities:

• Support intrinsic research, innovation, renovation, and excellence projects with advanced analytical chemistry analysis across the full product portfolio (wine, spirits, ciders, RTDs, nonalcoholic beverages).
• Conduct advanced intrinsic assessments on new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Conduct competitor product chemical analysis to obtain insights as part of benchmarking program.
• Provide accurate, reliable chemical analysis results to ensure efficient laboratory operations.
• Utilize analytical methodologies and instrumentation for optimal output and analysis to support key strategic intrinsic programs.
• Execute advanced analytical chemistry analysis on defined projects and competitor product analysis.
• Translate analysis accurately into conclusive results and recommendation for decision making.
• Active participation in problem solving analysis as required to assist with step change recommendations.
• Build effective relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
• Achieve results and drive solutions through trusting relationships with team members, line manager, peers, and other business units within Heineken Beverages.
• Provide valueadd feedback to intrinsic team on new insights obtained.
• Continuous review and maintenance of chemical analytical methods and work procedures.
• New method development and validation in line with best practice practices and principles.

Education and skills required:

• B Degree or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry.
• MSc in analytical chemistry would be advantageous.
• 35 years of chemistry analysis experience in beverage/food industry or commercial laboratory.
• Gas and liquid chromatography experience is highly recommended.
• Ability to work under pressure accurately using strong planning, organizing, and coordinating skills.
• Service minded, ability to listen and assist in problem solving.
• Good communication, planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and experienced in use of analytical chemistry software packages.
• Excellent administrative skills.
• Experience in ISO, SANAS or other accredited laboratory would be an advantage.

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity.

You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

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