Time left to apply: End Date: November 29, 2024 (9 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: JR102388
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
To drive the development of new and innovative products for Pick n Pay end-to-end offering, as well as improve the innovation in the category that will drive the sales, increase market share thus positioning the company as the leader in the industry in collaboration with Commercial and vendor partners.
Minimum Qualifications
- Relevant Degree/Diploma in Consumer Science/Food Science/Product Development
- Experience in product development in the relevant category is essential
- Knowledge of Retail Merchandise principles and proven track record of identifying and launching new categories and repositioning established ranges within specific categories
- Analytical thinking
- Controls Quality & Standards
- Customer Orientation/Passion for Customer
- Influencing and Innovative
- Attention to Detail
- Team Orientation
- Strong Communication Skills
- Judgement
- Commercial and Financial Acumen
- Building relationships and collaborative networking
- Ability to effectively plan, prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- Problem solver who can identify any key issues in a changing environment
- Team player
- Driven and adaptable
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and effectively implement the Innovation Agenda for the product area by identifying suitable products for new and improved offers to ensure outstanding product deliverables.
- Develop and launch new products in accordance with the company processes and development criteria.
- Defined product development process is followed, including products sign-offs and Commercial alignment.
- Ensure the successful launch of all new products, both regionally and nationally within the stipulated launch periods.
- Enable factory trials/first packing, production at the suppliers with Food Technologists.
- Keep abreast of competitor activities, topical issues, current events, food industry trends, and technology.
- Ensure packaging process is followed, and awareness of sustainability targets.
- Make recommendations for new attractive on-shelf and improved packaging specification to ensure reduction of costs and improved functionality and customer acceptance.
- Ensure that each new product and process undergoes a comprehensive and documented evaluation.
- Use outside influences and/or centres of excellence to help drive innovation agenda.
- Monitor the performance of new and improved products to take the appropriate action for non-performers and evaluate the contribution to improved customer satisfaction as well as increased profitability of the range.
- Monitor sales and profitability of products.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers; demonstrates confidence and expertise when interacting with suppliers.
- Work with suppliers according to company values.
- Communicate regularly with suppliers to mutually share financial and other performance criteria; uses metrics to identify performance gaps.
- Develops and implements contingency plans to close development gaps.
- Analyse work errors, successes and failures in order to set learning strategies to rectify and increase knowledge; recognise gaps in own skill set, seeks and takes advantage of learning opportunities by applying newly learnt skills on the job to enhance effectiveness.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
About Us
At Pick n Pay, we are more than just a retailer; we are an organisation of dedicated people committed to creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers and an enriching, vibrant work environment for our employees. Founded in 1967, Pick n Pay is one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent. Our reputation is built upon our commitment to offering customers the best in quality and value.
Our Mission
We serve with our hearts, we create a great place to be, and with our minds, we create an excellent place to shop.
Our Values
Our values are deeply embedded in our culture and guide our actions:
- Passion for our Customers: We are passionate about our customers and will fight for their rights. Our customers are our priority, and their satisfaction is our success.
- Respect and Care: We care for and respect each other. We value our team's diversity and treat each other with kindness and understanding.
- Personal Growth and Opportunity: We foster personal growth and opportunities. We believe in empowering our employees, providing opportunities for learning and advancement.
- Leadership and Innovation: We nurture leadership and vision, and reward innovation. We encourage our employees to be leaders in their roles and think outside the box.
- Honesty and Integrity: We live by honesty and integrity. We operate with transparency and trustworthiness in all our interactions.
- Community Support: We support and participate in our communities. We believe in making a positive impact and giving back to our communities.
- Individual Responsibility: We take individual responsibility. We are responsible for our actions and decisions.
- Accountability: We are all accountable. We hold ourselves responsible for delivering on our commitments to our customers, each other, and our business.
Why Pick n Pay?
At Pick n Pay, our strength lies in our people. We strive to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry. We create a work environment that fosters growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your work will be meaningful, recognized, and rewarded.
Experience the joy of being part of Pick n Pay. Let's shape the future of retail in Africa together. View our career opportunities.
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