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QualificationBachelor of Science Degree or Diploma in Food Science or Food TechnologyRequirementsMinimum 1 year laboratory experience preferably from beverage or liquid food products industry
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/L/Lab-Quality-Controller-Malvern-1256192-Job-Search-01-27-2026-00-00-00-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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We are seeking a driven and results-oriented External Sales Consultant to join a dynamic and technically focused sales environment within the food ingredients and chemical industry. This role suits a self-motivated individual with strong relationship-building skills and a passion for technical, solution-based sales.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, manage, and grow existing customer accountsIdentify, develop, and secure new business opportunitiesBuild and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and business partnersConduct general sales, marketing, and customer service activitiesCompile accurate sales reports, costings, pricing, and market intelligenceAssist the Sales Manager with annual sales budget planningProvide technical support during lab-scale testing and production trialsMaintain a strong presence through regular face-to-face customer engagementMinimum Requirements Qualifications & KnowledgeGrade 12 / MatricFormal qualification or training in Food Science, Food Technology, or a Chemical-related fieldSales and/or marketing training (advantageous)Strong financial and business acumen with a value-add mindsetBilingual in English and AfrikaansOwn reliable transport (essential)Experience25 years experience in external sales, preferably within food ingredients, chemicals, or related tangible productsProven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targetsExperience in market research, new business development, and client servicingStrong hunter mentality with a target-driven approachComfortable and effective in face-to-face customer interactionsTechnical & Professional SkillsExperience in technical sales within the food and/or chemical industryComputer literate (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong planning, organisational ability, and attention to detailHigh level of accuracy, professionalism, and accountabilityAbility to build and maintain long-term customer relationshipsBehavioural CompetenciesOrganised, logical, and detail-orientedAssertive, confident, and resilientSelf-motivated with excellent time management skillsStrong problem-solving and analytical abilityTeam-oriented with a collaborative mindsetRemunerationR30 000 CTC per month, dependent on skills and experiencePackage includes basic salary and medical aid (Discovery)How to ApplyTo apply, please email your https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/E/External-Sales-Consultant-1256496-Job-Search-1-28-2026-4-26-12-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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We are seeking a motivated and results-driven External Sales Consultant to join a technically focused sales environment within the food and chemical raw materials sector. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong technical aptitude, a hunter mindset, and a passion for solution-driven, face-to-face sales.Key Result AreasExternal sales and marketing activitiesCustomer service and account managementKey ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain strong professional relationships with customers, suppliers, vendors, and business partnersGrow and manage existing customer accountsIdentify, develop, and secure new business opportunities through active prospectingCompile accurate sales reports, costings, pricing, and market intelligenceAssist with the development of annual sales budgets in conjunction with the Sales ManagerProvide technical support during lab-scale testing and production trialsConduct regular site visits and face-to-face customer meetingsDeliver a high standard of customer engagement and after-sales serviceKnowledge & QualificationsGrade 12 / MatricFormal qualification or training in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related technical fieldSales and/or marketing training (advantageous)Strong financial and business acumenBilingual in English and AfrikaansExperience15 years experience in external sales, preferably within food, chemical, or industrial raw materialsProven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targetsExperience selling tangible, technical productsSkilled in new business development and servicing existing customersComfortable with site visits and face-to-face customer engagementTechnical & Professional SkillsTechnical sales experience within the food or chemical industryStrong technical aptitude and ability to understand product applicationsProficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPointExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong planning, organisational skills, and attention to detailHigh level of accuracy and professionalismAbility to build and maintain long-term customer relationshipsOwn reliable transport is essentialBehavioural CompetenciesOrganised, logical, and detail-orientedAssertive, confident, and resilientSelf-motivated with strong time management skillsStrong problem-solving abilityTeam-oriented with a collaborative mindsetRemunerationR30 000 CTC p
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/S/Sales-Consultant-External--Technical-Raw-Material-1256501-Job-Search-1-28-2026-4-30-17-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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Job DescriptionMy client is a Specialised Food ingredients supplier into the Food Manufacturing Industry. They currently supply flavours and some other ingredients but are looking at extending the product range into enzyme products and other speciality ingredient areas. And so I am looking for a dynamic, stable Technical Sales Rep with a Diploma in Food Technology or equivalent to expand and maintain the business. I am looking for at least 4 years Technical Sales experience. Must have some Technical Sales background and a technical knowledge of ingredients and some food processing technologies. Travel is an integral part of the position mainly local in Gauteng but there will be national travel and international travel occasionally.QualificationsMinimally a Diploma in Food Technology or equivalent or higher tertiary qualificationSkillsPositive, disciplined and self-motivated candidate who is comfortable working as part of a team.
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/L/LH-14486-TECHNICAL-SALES-REP--FOOD-INGREDIENTS-1148712-Job-Search-1-13-2026-8-10-01-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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Key ResponsibilitiesExecute plant procedures to meet productivity, efficiency, food safety, and quality targets. This will require continuous monitoring of plant performance, reviewing of analytical results and taking corrective actionIdentifying areas for improvement in the production process, implementing changes to increase efficiency, and reducing costsUpdating production schedule or plan to ensure weekly production target is metControl Product and Product ProcessesControl Raw Materials stock levels and minimizing wasteLiaise and coordinate maintenance activities on the utilities and production plan with the maintenance teamConduct inspections as part of an internal audit team and take corrective actionMaintain and promote health, safety and hygiene in accordance with legislation and FSSC 22000 ISO standardsOptimise people, plant, machinery and equipmentRequirementsMinimum B.Tech in Mechanical /Electrical /Chemical/ Industrial EngineeringMinimum 5 years experience in Production plant operations is essentialExperience in TPM/Lean manufacturing principlesExperience in leading and driving shopfloor excellenceFood manufacturing industry experience is essentialEssential SkillsOrganising/planning/technical/administration skills are essentialConsistent attention to accuracy and detailGood communication and problem-solving skillsExplicit understanding of plant unit operationsGood understanding of production technologyThe ability to multitaskGood report writing skillsAble to work shifts
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/P/Production-Supervisor-JHB-1203956-Job-Search-07-17-2025-04-11-37-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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To contribute to the process of refining and enhancing, on an ongoing basis, the current and future sales and marketing strategy.Sales:Actively search, pursue and engage potential clientsManage the compilation, and where necessary draft, high quality proposals, bids and tender responsesFollow-up and survey leads generated through various channels and cold callingEnsure tenders and bids are responded to in a professional, timely and compliant manner.Engage and manage strategic suppliers who are providing solution and commercial content for proposals, bids and tender responsesIdentify weaknesses in sales process and addressFollow-up on cancelled contractsImplement and manage strategic initiatives to ensure that annual growth targets are met and ideally exceeded to increase the companys market shareAchieve Monthly Sales Budgets by implementing and maintaining a marketing and sales strategy.Marketing:Identifying new growth opportunities by market segmentsUsing the full marketing mix for the companys marketing communicationsPromote sister companiesReporting:Provide a comprehensive sales and marketing report on a weekly and monthly basisQualifications and experience:Bachelors Degree/National Diploma in Sales/Business Development/Marketing or Food Technology or similar Secondary Education - Matric (Senior Certificate)Licenses - Valid Drivers LicenseMin 3 Years Solid Experience In Business Development & Best Practices within the Sales Environment within the services industry (hygiene, sanitation, toilet hire, facilities management etc)Strong Sales & Marketing Knowledge (Ideally In The Services Industry)IT Knowledge: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS OutlookSalary - R20 - R30 000pm CTC
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/B/Business-Development-Manager-Food-Hygiene-JHB-1253248-Job-Search-1-19-2026-7-44-06-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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RequirementsInstrumentation & ControlWe require a person to specify/select online sensors for condition monitoring and to build an online system based on the techs with CAT3SCADA systems familiar with conmon sensors (vibration/temperature etc)At least 1 yr experience and familiar with SCADA and data taggingInstall, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot plant instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, PLC input/output modules, and field devices.Perform routine inspections of instrumentation systems to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with FMCG standards.Online Condition MonitoringMonitor real-time equipment data using online condition monitoring platforms, vibration sensors, thermography sensors, and other ConMon technologies.Identify abnormal conditions, escalating issues to maintenance and engineering teams.Ensure continuous uptime and functionality of monitoring systems.SCADA, Data Tagging & Equipment IntegrationCreate, edit, and maintain data tags across SCADA and monitoring systems to ensure accurate real-time reporting.Integrate new equipment into existing SCADA and ConMon platforms, including signal wiring, mapping, and configuration.Support engineering teams in developing dashboards, trends, alarms, and reporting tools.Maintain updated documentation of tag lists, signal routing, P&IDs, logic diagrams, and system architecture.Maintenance & TroubleshootingDiagnose faults on instrumentation and electrical systems, ensuring minimal downtime in a high-speed FMCG environment.Assist in root cause analysis and participate in breakdown investigations.Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs.Compliance & SafetyEnsure compliance with health and safety regulations, food safety standards, and OEM requirements.Maintain clean, safe working practices in accordance with FMCG safety protocols.QualificationsTrade Test: Instrumentation Mechanician (preferred) or Trade-Tested Millwright with strong instrumentation experience from FMCG.N4N6 or National Diploma in Instrumentation / Electrical Engineering (advantageous)Experience35+ years hands-on experience as an Instrumentation Technician within FMCG, Food, Beverage, Packaging, or similar high-speed production environments.Proven experience with online condition monitoring (ConMon) systems, including vibration, temperature, pressure, flow, and other sensor-based monitoring technologies.Strong background working with SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, WinC
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/I/Instrumentation-Technician-1249779-Job-Search-01-09-2026-04-13-13-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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Minimum requirements for the role:Must have a bachelors degree (or higher) in Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institutionMust be registered with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) in a relevant category or be eligible for registration in a relevant category and willing to obtain such registration within an agreed period after appointment, not exceeding six monthsMinimum 7+ years experience in animal nutrition, feed formulation, or related rolesExperience with specific species is an advantage (Dairy, Beef)Strong knowledge of animal nutritional requirements and feed ingredients is essentialMust have experience with feed formulation software (NDS // AMTS // Allix // Excel)Ability to analyze performance, laboratory results, supply practical solutionsA self-starter with excellent time management skillsFluent in Afrikaans and English both written and verbalAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesMust have a valid drivers license and be willing to travel when requiredThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Developing and optimizing feed formulations for all species, including dairy, beef, sheep and goats, poultry, swine, and game.Ensuring diets are meeting nutritional requirements while optimizing cost-effectiveness.Adjusting formulations based on on-farm raw material availability, quality, and price fluctuations.Conducting nutritional trials where necessary and analyzing performance data, including growth, feed conversion, and health outcomes.Evaluating new raw materials, additives, and supplements.Staying updated on scientific literature, regulations, and emerging nutritional technologies.Providing nutritional advice to customers, production teams, and sales staff.Troubleshooting feeding, health, or performance issues related to nutrition.Preparing technical reports, feeding guidelines, and product documentation.Ensuring compliance with local and international feed and food safety regulations.Supporting quality control processes for raw materials and finished feeds.Collaborating with regulatory and quality assurance teams when required.Working closely with veterinarians, production managers, and commercial teams.Supporting product launches and customer and internal staff training sessions.Presenting technical findings clearly to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your
https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/N/Nutritionist-Animal-Feed-Additives-1248263-Job-Search-01-06-2026-00-00-00-AM.asp?sid=gumtree
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Are you passionate about food and technology?Do you have a knack for building relationships and closing deals?We have an exciting opportunity for you!We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven Sales Consultant to join our team. As a Sales Consultant, you will be responsible for promoting and selling our cutting-edge catering equipment to restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and other food service establishments.Key Responsibilities: Identify and target potential clients in the catering industry Build and maintain strong relationships with clients Conduct product presentations, if required Provide clients with detailed information about our catering equipment Collaborate with the sales team to achieve sales targets Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitors' offeringsRequirements: Proven experience as a Sales Consultant in the catering equipment industry Strong communication and negotiation skills Knowledge of catering equipment and its applications Knowledge of kitchen flow and layout Ability to work independently and as part of a team Excellent time management and organizational skills Valid driver's licenseIf you are a self-motivated and driven individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, then we want to hear from you! Join our team and be part of revolutionizing the catering industry with our innovative equipment.Please send a comprehensive CV, copy of driver's licence, traceable references and a recent photo to alex@caterweb.co.za .Please do not send your CV if you do not meet the basic requirements.If you have not heard from us within 7 days please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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