Processing Director

September 11, 2024

Tetra Pak

Johannesburg

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. And we need people like you to make it happen.

Job Summary

Tetra Pak has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Processing Director who will be responsible for leading and managing sustainable profitable growth in Southern Africa. Processing sales growth in all categories in the markets according to agreed strategies and plans.

The role will be based in Johannesburg and report to the Managing Director.

What you will do

Drive sustainable profitable growth in processing solutions according to agreed market strategy and market plans
Drive efficient Deal/Opportunity Management CE Processing (decision to quote/accept price, margin, risk and resourcing) following the defined thresholds and agreed prioritizations in the market and cluster
Ensure compliance to Tetra Pak Processing Pricing Strategy, Commercial processes, policies and tools
Execute local sales strategies for all categories and ensure capabilities in accordance with approved targets
Ensure efficient Channel & Customer Management (incl. lead, opportunity & pipeline management, account planning, sales coverage & target setting)
Drive efficient cross functional Strategic and Key Account Management in the market for Processing
Business Development in new categories and customers
Drive product deployment including key Component sales in the market
Ensure that key messages are delivered and understood by engaging employees in dialogue, actively sharing and seeking feedback

We believe you have

A university degree in Business Administration/Engineering or similar
10-15 years of experience in Food Processing and Packaging Industry in a similar role
MBA
Proven track record of Processing sales and business development
Experience in value added selling of product offerings
Fluency in English, both written and oral is required
Fluency in Portuguese will be an added advantage
Must be South African citizen with a valid ID – EE targets apply
Driver’s licence and passport. Willing and able to travel extensively (both nationally & internationally)

The successful candidate has strong people management skills and former experience as a people leader. As a person, you are passionate about people and change and have a high level of commitment.

You are used to work across boundaries in a global organization and have the ability to think strategically, plan and execute. You have demonstrated excellent communication skills, analytical skills and a strong drive for results. In addition, you have a high customer focused mindset and possess strong business and market understanding.

We Offer You

A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now
If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.
This job posting expires on 2024-09-30
To know more about the position contact Hiring Manager Klaus Plenge at Klaus.plenge@tetrapak.com.
If you need any information about your application, please contact the recruiter Susanne Stålring at +46 46 36 3919.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available