ENVIRONMENT:ENSURE safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations while managing teams, projects, budgets, contractors, and compliance requirements as the next Director of Operations sought by a leading Distributor with a footprint on the African continent. You will be responsible for leading all operational activities across production, warehousing, maintenance, logistics, health & safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The successful incumbent will have 5-8 Years' experience in a Manufacturing/Operations environment with at least 2 years working within a multinational company & experience with group reporting. You must preferably have experience in Continuous Improvement or Lean Management and Health & Safety experience.DUTIES:Operations Leadership & Team Management -
Lead, develop, and manage Operational teams.
Workforce planning and skills development.
Drive employee engagement and operational excellence.
Oversee production, storage, repackaging, and logistics operations.
Ensure contracts and operational activities are executed efficiently.
Manage imports, vessel unloading, and container deliveries.
Deliver products on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
Improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
Support the implementation of new production lines.
Develop preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
Ensure reliability of facilities and equipment.
Optimize maintenance costs.
Ensure compliance with legal and company standards.
Lead audits, inspections, and safety initiatives.
Protect employees, contractors, assets, and inventory.
Identify and manage operational improvement projects.
Conduct technical, operational, and financial feasibility studies.
Manage CAPEX budgets and project delivery.
Select and manage contractors.
Monitor compliance with safety and contractual requirements.
Manage operational budgets.
Control costs and improve operational efficiency.
Drive productivity and cost-reduction initiatives.
Develop and maintain SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions.
Promote Lean and operational excellence initiatives.
5-8 Years' experience in a Manufacturing/Operations environment.
At least 2 years working within a multinational company.
Experience with group reporting.
Fluent English.
Experience in Continuous Improvement or Lean Management.
Health & Safety experience.
Project Management.
Problem Solving.
Leadership & People Management.
Budget & Cost Control.
Logistics & Supply Chain Management.
HSEQ Management.
Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing.
Excellent Communication Skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Desired Skills:
Director
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