Introduction
- Work functions are an important set of activities that help in smooth functioning of the business.
- In order to discuss work function a reputed Canadian enterprise Maple Leaf Foods. Inc. has been considered
- It can be noted that, this study also deals with the mission, vision and operational structures of the selected organization
Speaker notes
Work functions are explained as the high level segmentation of activities that help in developing a company’s capabilities and process. The identification of work functions helps an administration of a business to ensure that the business runs smoothly. It can be noted that a company can have one primary work function or many. In addition to this with the help of a strong work function it can be noted that adequate work functions help in attracting consumers.
- Brief overview of the company
- Maple Leaf serves in areas like Canada and the United States.
- It has operating revenue of $ 3.94 billion as of the year 2019 and total asset value of $3.51 billion.
- Maple Leaf has a total equity of $ 1.95 billion as of the year 2019 (Bert, 2018).
Speaker Notes
Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is one of the leading consumer packaged meats companies. The organization has its operational headquarters in Ontario Canada. The organization was founded in 1927 as a merger between Canada packers and Maple Leaf Mills. It can be noted that since its incorporation it has employed more than 24000 employees. It can be noted that with the adequate set of work functions the organization has been quite successful in its operative region.
- Brief overview of the company (functions and roles)
- Maple is one of the leaders in the fresh and frozen bakery products (Anichin et al. 2019).
- The organization plays a key role in distributing value added meat in the operative region of Canada
- This organization functions in three segments : Meat products group, Agricultural business as well as backer products.
Speaker Notes
The selected organization has functions in hog productions and rendering as well as biodiesel processing. It can be noted that the Montreal biodiesel facility is the first facility that is dedicated to commercial biodiesel production. Maple Leaf Inc. has a key role in the protein and bakery market of Canada. All the above-mentioned sub divisions of the mentioned company through that the same operates and enhances its chances of revenue generation are well coordinated.
- Description of the mission and goals of the company
- The mission of the Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is to expand their business into plant protein with the help of acquisition of light life foods.
- The main goal of the company is to raise the standard of packaged meat distribution in the Canada
- Here the organization has been able to formulate a good supply chain in order to meet the consumer demands
Speaker Notes
The selected organization is one of the most sustainable businesses of Canada> It aims at making more profit than its rivals by delivering quality products. One of the major goals of the organization is to become a carbon neutral company. It has a mission of becoming the most sustainable protein enterprise in the organization.
- Description of the mission and goals of the company
- The other major goal of the organization is to develop a more robust and sustainable food manufacturing unit.
- The administration of the selected organization is able to act like a guiding compass to other businesses in Canada in developing a sustainable operating structure.
- The mission 2020 for the company is to develop better foods and a better planet.
Speaker Notes
It can be pointed out that with the help of the sustainable goals the administration of the company has been able to acquire a huge market share in the operative region of Canada. On the other hand the sustainable goals of the administration of the mentioned organization have helped it to improve their brand image among their consumers.
- Description of the structure of the company (from Legal aspects)
- The administration of Maple leaf follows the food safety guidelines of the Canada
- This helps in making fresh products and raising the standards of the organization
- On the other hand the standard set by the administration of the selected organization has helped in acquiring new consumers and expanding in new areas.
Speaker Notes
The commercial company’s current code of conduct focuses on standards that apply both within and to transactions with consumers, suppliers, rivals, and investors. The Maple Leaf Foods Company’s Code Policy Document establishes the code of business conduct that is expected of all workers. The Ethical code and Leadership Values guide all of its employees’ actions.
- Description of the structure of the company (from Legal aspects)
- The food safety regulation has helped the company to avoid any legal charges.
- It also has also helped their consumer to be safe from food borne illness (Rong, 2021).
- The legal structure of the business entity comprises nine members that comprises independent directors and highly skilled business leaders.
Speaker notes
Each year, over 3.5 million cases of foodborne illness are reported in Canada. Bacteria, viruses, or parasites can make a person sick if they consume contaminated food. Several people may have been exposed to foodborne illness, often linked to food poisoning, without ever knowing it. As a result, the organization’s management complies to a range of food safety regulations
- Structure of the chosen company (from main departmental structure)
- The departmental structure of the selected organization is led by the CEO of the organization
- Furthermore it also comprises of leaders like Tim Hockey and Ronald G.Close that are consulting heads of the organization
- Apart from that the organization has Tom Hayes and Carol M. Stephenson as corporate directors.
Speaker Notes
The shareholders hold the Executive board and the Company’s business responsible. All of the Board’s activities are aimed at preserving and increasing the Company’s underlying value. Its Board’s, CEO’s, Chairman’s, and individual committee’ duties are all well defined. Governance concepts and procedures are reviewed on a regular interval to maintain that governance goals are met.
- Structure of the chosen company (from main departmental structure)
- The departmental structure is further divided in to operations, production marketing and selling and distribution
- Each department plays a key role in the organization and is headed by a strong and independent director.
- Here the operations are supervised by Ben Brooks the senior vice president of the organization and Suzanne Hathaway.
Speaker Notes
Maple Leaf Foods does have a robust, values-based environment, with dedicated workers that take pride in doing the right thing for our clients, our communities, and our customers. Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is applying the same attention and commitment to fuel efficiency that has made it a leader in a range of food industry sectors to fuel efficiency.
- Description in details of the mentioned department (in terms of work functions)
- In terms of the work functions, the Maple Leaf management acts with honesty and accountability.
- 13,500 employees thrive in a secure and transparent workplace that is engaging, open, and diverse (Weber, Chapman & Buerck, 2021).
- In the spirit of continual growth, the workers encourage each other to develop professionally, learn new skills, and take on challenging experiences.
Speaker Notes
The firm’s president and chief operating officer with a strong sense of personal ownership and accountability. They cultivate, invest in, recognise, and promote groups of exceptional individuals that appreciate an inclusive workplace and embrace all forms of diversity. It thrives on excellence, and we will take some risks without fear of failure in order to produce highest win outcomes while being resourceful.
- Description in details of the mentioned department (in terms of work functions)
- Designers place a priority on employee safety and will continue to operate our operations as long as they feel we can provide workplace safety.
- Thorough interaction with public health experts and our medical adviser informs our decisions.
- Using social distancing, Plexiglas separators on production lines where possible, and floor marks to control mobility, our plants have transformed the way workers operate.
Speaker Notes
In Brandon, Manitoba, because one of their pig processing plants is located, the firm is now seeing an increase in COVID-19 instances. It can be pointed out that there has been an increase in positive testing among our Brandon team members as a result of this increased community spread. The management stays in touch with our impacted team members, who are all recuperating at home.
- Description of one function
- The company functions in distributing meat products that include Poultry and Beef.
- The company has been able to supply a record number of meat between 2000-2008.
- The overall quantity of meat produced has however decreased from the year 2008. This was due to the lack of demand.
Speaker Notes
The administration of the Maple has its function in producing meat products. It can be noted that with the help of sub brands like Schneider’s and Shopsey’s the organization has been able to attract more consumers. The lack of demand in meat products in the Canadian market has lowered because of the increase in price.
- Description of one function
- The price of beef in the market of Canada is $4.11 pound that helps in creating good consumer demand
- The price of pork is stated at $3.03 by the administration of the company
- The price of poultry is placed at $12.3 pound that helps the organization to diversify their consumer base.
Speaker notes
Although the price of the meat production has been increased the Mentioned organization is a price setter in the market. It can be noted that the administration of the company has been looking to focus on a wide range of consumers. This helps in the selling and distribution function of the company as well.
- The job position that my certificates qualifies for me to apply in the organization
- I have master degree in marketing
- This can help me to gain a suitable position in the organization. Apart from marketing vacancies the organization has vacancies in management, finance and team coordinators.
- As I have prior experience of being a marketing manager it can be my advantage and help me to gain a suitable job in the organization.
Speaker Notes
Based on my qualification that is masters in marketing I can be assured that I will be able to land up in a marketing manager position. I have prior experience as a marketing manager that can help me to be a valuable asset to the organization. However the administration selects highly skilled employees hence the competition can be tough.
- Conclusion
- The above discussion states that the administration of the business is looking to gain overall productivity by focusing on employee safety.
- The administration is also looking to accurately target the consumer by pricing the products adequately.
- The administration of the organization has a well-developed legal as well as operational structure.
Speaker Notes
Based on the above discussion it can be noted that with the help of a strong working function the organization has been able to gain suitable growth in the operative region of Canada. The adequate working functions help in gaining more consumers and also help in meeting the demand of the same.
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