Food Science Graduates

The successful applicants will be responsible for providing a technical and sales service to our customers and to achieve sales volume and GPD budgets across all categories (ingredients, casings and equipment). Minimum requirement: BSC in Food Science / BTech in Food Technology Requirements: Previous work experience in the food industry will be advantageous Must be willing to travel extensively within South Africa Valid driver's license Willing to work with non-Kosher, non-Halaal and Pork products Passion and results are all important in this environment Willingness to work extended hours when required Good communication (verbal and written) in English Commitment, dependability, initiative, attention to detail and accuracy Responsible for selling products (ingredients, casings and equipment) Analysing and reporting on sales leads linked to customers Researching potential new markets for new business Formulate ideas and strategies to improve on problem areas Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, and feedback from field activity Participate in demos, promotions and marketing events and evaluate the success thereof. Product application trials on new products Development of products and new markets Customer training (Technical and Product) On site testing and evaluation of products as required by customer New product development for butchers and large factories in the interests of generating new markets Liaising with customers along with Senior Food Technologists Technical advisory services to butchers including consulting on product quality, Production capacities and efficiencies Implementation of quality control/assurance systems to increase production output and shelf life of products