CAPACITY AND REPLACEMENT PLANNER (12 MONTHS CONTRACT)

Introduction Support the effective management of equipment capacity and replacement to maintain quality standards and operational efficiency to optimize sales growth. This involves detailed asset tracking, equipment assessment, planning & project coordination, and collaboration & integration across multiple teams to ensure on time delivery and optimal resource use. Duties & Responsibilities Maintain and update the counter equipment asset register, including store locations and equipment inventory.Monitor the age and condition of equipment to determine annual replacement needs as input into annual Counter C&R capex ask.Plan and execute annual equipment roll out planning. Conduct store visits & surveys & provide detailed small works & equipment briefs to RED teams to obtain costings. Ensure all costs are scrutinized for accuracy and in line with budget.Plan and execute the relocation of equipment between stores as part of modernization or capacity optimization initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions and proper documentation of asset changes.Respond to ad hoc requests for equipment replacement or repair throughout the year timeously to limit production downtime.Evaluate equipment repair versus replacement costs and make informed decisions based on equipment life span and agreed principles.Coordinating with Foods commercial and technical teams, Regional/Trading teams, store development, Procurement, RED PM’s, Operations, to assess equipment needs and plan & execute C&R roll out in alignment with operational and safety standards.  Engaging key stakeholders including store managers, divisional operations managers, suppliers, and joint venture partners to support project execution, resolve conflicts, conduct store visits, and uphold brand integrity throughout equipment rollouts. Desired Experience & Qualification Relevant diploma/degreeMinimum 3-5 years’ Retail/FMCG experienceTools of trade/systems knowledge (e.g. Qlik applications)MS suite proficiencyCommercial UnderstandingUnderstanding of the Store Environment (understanding of counters will be beneficial)Strong Collaboration and Integration SkillsGood communication skills Customer ObsessedProject mindset/project mgt experiencePassionate FoodieData IntelligenceAdaptabilityInterpersonal Intelligence