Robert Walters - Our client, a publicly listed group company, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Operations Director – FMCG / Manufacturing BrowseCareers
Job Reference: 9NDZGS-ABB2A7C5
Location: Nigeria
Description
The Chief Operations Officer / Operations Director will lead the organisation’s end-to-end operations and supply chain, ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, quality, safety and sustainable business growth.
The role will oversee Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, R&D/NPD, Engineering, HSE, Planning, Logistics and Warehousing, driving integration and performance across all operational functions.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end operations and supply chain strategy in alignment with business objectives.
Oversee Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, R&D/NPD, HSE, Planning, Logistics and Warehousing.
Drive operational excellence, productivity, cost optimisation, capacity utilisation and continuous improvement.
Ensure high standards of product quality, safety, regulatory compliance and operational risk management.
Optimise production planning, inventory, logistics, warehousing and overall supply chain performance.
Lead capital projects, asset reliability, maintenance and operational technology initiatives.
Drive innovation, new product development and successful industrialisation of new products.
Establish and monitor operational KPIs covering cost, quality, service, productivity, safety and working capital.
Build and develop high-performing operational leadership teams and strengthen succession capabilities.
Partner with the MD/CEO and Executive Leadership Team on strategic, financial and operational priorities.
Candidate Profile
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Business or a related field; postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
15+ years’ experience in operations, manufacturing and/or supply chain leadership.
Strong experience in FMCG or a complex manufacturing environment.
Proven track record leading multiple operational pillars across their career, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, logistics, planning and/or R&D.
Demonstrated experience managing large teams, operational budgets and capital expenditure.
Strong track record of delivering improvements in productivity, cost, quality, service and operational efficiency.
Experience in operational transformation, continuous improvement and supply chain optimisation.
Strong strategic, commercial, analytical, leadership and stakeholder-management capabilities.
Application Closing DateNot Specified.
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