Job Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

• Execute 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.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Translate the bakery strategy and objectives into a business plan, working closely with cross-functional partners (Sales & Distribution, Finance, R&D, Supply Chain etc)
• Drive 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
• Ensure that the overall Bakery financial performance meets target
• Implement go-to-market priority setting for General Trade (incl. sales budgets) to meet Bakeries  objectives, partnering closely with the Sales  function to drive execution across key channels, regions and service offerings
• Work with National Sales  Managers to drive activity and growth within Bakery
• Identify sales / growth opportunities through an understanding of drivers of growth
• Manage sales discounts to ensure balance of growth versus profitability
• Ensure internal controls are adhered to (baskets / balances / returns
• Drive supply chain excellence to create fuel for growth
• Ensure capability improvement through benchmarking and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Drive supply chain excellence to create fuel for growth
• Ensure capability improvement through benchmarking and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Responsible for the effective Maintenance and Engineering Management including ensuring all GMR appointments are in place and execution of CAPEX
• Maintenance and Closing out of corrective actions for internal and external audits (Risk Registers, CSA, KPMG and Other Audits)
• Ensure all safety and quality standards are adhered to across the various areas
• Identify and build meaningful relationships with all internal and external stakeholders
• Lead a team and set them up for success in the workplace and in the marketplace.
• Build a high-performance culture, foster teamwork and a winning spirit.

Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Competencies

• Relevant Degree
• Commercial / Financial Acumen
• Good communication skills
• Managing and leading people
• Leading cross-functional teams

Experience

• 5-10 years Bakery Experience
• Logistics and Depot Management
• Financial Accounting Application (Profit & Loss Statements)
• Sales Management
• Logistics and Depot Management
• Production management