General Manager

Job Description : GM PLANT OPERATIONS GHANA · Formulate effective business strategies (short term and long term) for food business to deliver the top line and bottom-line commitments to the stake holders, keeping in view global & local business environment and end customer needs · Establish plan and strategies for achievement of maximum profitability and growth to expand market share · Ensure that the food business has the operational capabilities to achieve its business objectives of revenue & profitability Operations Management · Ensure that the business is generating profit and maintaining a positive EBITA (Earnings before interest, taxes, and amortization) · Constantly review business activities, product movement and finances to determine progress and status in attaining objectives · Engage with functional reportees on a regular basis to elicit feedback on existing operations and opinion on new initiatives · Ensure effective processes & systems in place in regards with manufacturing operations, quality, revenue etc to monitor employee & business performance · Ensure implementation of corrective actions for performance deviations and track key performance metrics for various functions Business Planning & Annual Budgeting · Device an annual business plan & budget in consideration of the objectives adopted by the organization · Monitor and track budget on a monthly basis, any variations and defining actions to be taken if budgets are not met, ensure cost control, revenue & profitability Business Development & Company Representation · Engage in strategic networking for the organization and identify & develop new opportunities in both domestic and international geographies · Develop strategic associations to collaboratively serve customers, as and when required & maintain strong relationships in the market · Represent the organization at various events and meetings of prominence to ensure visibility for the organization · Promote the organization through thought leadership, strong relationship building; through networking, personal appearances at conferences / seminars etc Market Intelligence/ Network and Relationship Building · Keep self-updated on the market activities, trends and competitor strategies pertaining to business to understand the changing pattern of competition in order to formulate value propositions for customers and the organization · Develop and maintain effective strategic relationships with key stakeholders, such as relevant authorities, prospects, suppliers etc. · Develop a wide range of relationships and networks with the local, national and international contacts and showcase as a credible organization across the industry People Management · Provide inspirational leadership, act like a role model for the team members and the organization while demanding excellence from them & ensure smooth operations of the dept. · Drive and Ensure employee engagement at all levels and they excel in all Key Performance Indicators, build higher level of commitment of the team towards dept & organization. Facilitate empowerment of people; increasing employee performance and efficiency; increasing operating efficiency and margins · Drive People Processes such as recruitment, people development, goal setting, performance management of reportees, career development, skill set upgrade of team etc. · Ensure team members have a challenging and rewarding career within the organization, drive Competency Development based on business needs, planning of training and reviewing its effectiveness. · Drive cost initiatives, problem solving, innovation, continuous improvement & customer satisfaction as a work culture · Develop collegial relationships with Function heads; demonstrating leadership by acting as the integrator across functions · Leverage and integrate the capabilities of resources across all levels of the organization to accomplish complex, multiple objectives · Ensure that there is a fit between strategy and culture, and the companys processes and structure Knowledge - Functional Knowledge - · Strong functional / technical knowledge of food manufacturing processes · Knowledge about regulatory specifications of different requirement 1. Competency - Leadership Competencies - · Business Orientation, Pro for Change, Align to Action, People & Performance focus, Collaboration, Open & Progressive mindset, Self-motivated Functional Competencies - · Strategy & Planning, Portfolio Management, Business & P&L Ownership, Understanding of Market Environment, Business Relations, Operations Management, Customer Relationship Management 1. Job Specifications - Level of Education - BSc / BTech in Food Technology from a recognized university Preferred/Additional Qualifications - MBA with a specialization in Operations or General Management Overall Experience - 18-20 years Relevant Experience - 13-15 years

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