Operations Manager at UAC Foods Limited

UAC Foods Limited is a leading manufacturer and Marketer of tasty, nourishing convenience foods. The business is a joint venture between UACN Plc of Nigeria with 51% equity stake and Tiger Brands of South Africa with 49%. We are a quality conscious company and always aim to add value to our consumers with our rich basket of Snacks, Beverage and Dairies products. Our foremost act of social responsibility is the nutritious, hygienic and safe products that we consistently give to Nigerians.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Job

The ideal candidate will have an ability to implement strategies to manage plant, processes, people and budget to deliver business objectives/targets in a cost-effective way without compromising on quality, health & safety in an environmentally friendly manner with a highly motivated workforce.
The ideal candidates should have strong experience in Food and Beverage Manufacturing sector with expertise in Production management, HSE Compliance, Quality control & Engineering Processes.

Responsibilities

Identify and Implement knowledge of key technologies or operational changes that optimize production and lead to improved productivity, cost reductions as well as enhance competitive advantage.
Having a keen eye on budgets and budgetary changes, also ensure effective budgetary control so as to deliver on corporate objectives.
Initiate and implement policies that will promote better operations of the factory for high efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability.
Ensure resources control and optimization of operations.
Implement Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP plan for the operations.
Ensure the availability of all Safety & Hygiene facilities, their proper application and usage within the factory.
Create relevant Standard Operating Procedures for factory in terms of material usage rate, Quality/Safety requirements, manning levels, etc.
Stock management and control.
Provide leadership and direction to the operations team. Responsibilities include fostering an environment that inspires creativity, growth, discipline and respect for the individual, also, performance evaluations, on-the-job training for subordinates and learning for self, budgetary responsibilities, lean and effective manufacturing structure as well as ensuring that goals are met in a timely and efficient manner.

Qualifications

B.Sc or HND in Pure / Applied Science or Engineering
Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in FMCG sector
Excellent Business Process Design knowledge
Sound business knowledge and self-confidence.
Possess integrity and excellent customer management.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and Quality management systems (HACCP, ISO)
Proficiency in SAP ERP system.
Good Financial Management and Corporate Finance knowledge.
Good at information management. · Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Innovative and creative with good externally orientation.