Senior Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Potchefstroom, North-West, South Africa Hire Resolve - Recruiting Talent in SA, US & EMEA Full time

Job Summary

Hire Resolve is seeking a seasoned Senior Operations Manager to lead our client's food manufacturing company in South Africa. As a key member of the management team, you will be responsible for overseeing the optimal operation of the plant and food manufacturing processes, ensuring day-to-day operations run smoothly, driving the achievement of financial budgets, and effectively managing personnel to achieve targets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and Execute Operational Plans
    • Develop and execute operational plans to meet production and financial targets.
  • Strengthen Customer Partnerships
    • Strengthen customer partnerships while pursuing strategic objectives.
  • Supervise All Departments
    • Supervise all departments to ensure efficient operations, with a focus on food safety and loss control.
  • Establish Values and Goals
    • Establish values, mission, and goals to optimize yield, reduce costs, and ensure product mix requirements.
  • Ensure Compliance
    • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor Costs and Resources
    • Monitor costs, optimize resources, and ensure profitability.
  • Collaborate with Financial Department
    • Collaborate with the financial department to track operational productivity and cost reduction.
  • Align Financial and Operational Objectives
    • Align financial and operational objectives to drive business profitability.
  • Oversee Production
    • Oversee production from live birds to final product distribution, ensuring quality, safety, and cost efficiency.
  • Stay Informed and Implement New Technologies
    • Stay informed about industry trends and implement new technologies for efficiency.
  • Enhance Organizational Processes
    • Enhance organizational processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Ensure Timely and Budget-Compliant Operational Activities
    • Ensure timely and budget-compliant operational activities to prioritize business performance.
  • Manage Plant and Equipment Maintenance
    • Manage plant and equipment maintenance efficiently.
  • Drive New Product Development
    • Drive new product development through collaboration, innovation, and market alignment.
  • Cultivate Strong Relationships
    • Cultivate strong relationships within the internal supply chain and with suppliers, contractors, and customers.
  • Communicate with Stakeholders
    • Communicate regularly with stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Allocate Resources Effectively
    • Allocate resources effectively to support exceptional customer service.
  • Lead and Develop Employees
    • Lead and develop employees through training, performance evaluation, and succession planning.
  • Prioritize Critical Tasks
    • Prioritize critical tasks that directly impact business performance in managing employee activities.
  • Resolve Conflicts
    • Resolve conflicts between departments and employees, emphasizing positive impact on team relationships.
  • Develop Quality Assurance Protocols
    • Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols to safeguard product quality and customer trust.
  • Collaborate with Legal and Safety Departments
    • Collaborate closely with legal and safety departments to ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

An ideal candidate should possess:

  • A tertiary degree in production/engineering, preferably with a focus on FMCG food technology and manufacturing.
  • Additional advantage with further technical or commercial qualifications.
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in managing a business in the FMCG food manufacturing sector.
  • Proven track record of implementing world-class manufacturing practices.
  • Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans languages.
  • Essential understanding of financial performance and control.
  • Experience in chicken/meat processing is beneficial.
  • A hands-on leadership approach, demonstrating firmness and high performance standards.
  • Proficiency in managing and leading overall manufacturing/supply chain performance in a large, complex plant.

Benefits

  • Salary negotiable


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