Head Of Production - Fmcg (kenya)

Roles/Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of the production function, ensuring efficient and timely execution of production plans.
• Develop, implement and monitor production schedules to ensure products are manufactured according to demand, capacity and delivery requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve production processes, optimise workflows, minimise downtime and enhance productivity.
• Ensure production activities comply with established quality standards, product specifications and applicable industry regulations.
• Monitor production costs, control operational expenditure and implement measures to minimise waste and improve resource utilisation.
• Lead, mentor and develop production managers, supervisors and operational teams to achieve departmental objectives.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health, safety and environmental standards across all production operations.
• Oversee the effective utilisation of machinery, equipment, raw materials, labour and other production resources.
• Establish and monitor key production performance indicators, prepare reports and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Champion operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production capacity, efficiency and product quality.
• Work closely with procurement, supply chain, quality assurance, maintenance and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Align production strategies with the organisation's overall business objectives, growth plans and operational requirements.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Production Management, Food Science or a related field.
• At least 10 - 15 years of progressive experience in production or manufacturing management, with substantial leadership experience.
• Experience in FMCG manufacturing will be a strong advantage.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality management, lean manufacturing and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience managing large production teams and complex manufacturing operations.
• Strong financial management, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication and strategic planning abilities.