Plant Director

Job Description : EXPATRIATE PLANT DIRECTOR NIGERIA Job Responsibilities: • To be a key member of the Leadership team advising on manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics matters including customer orders & delivery management, demand & procurement planning, supplier & service providers contracts management, inventory management, factory & production management, QA/QC, Regulatory compliance, Import & Clearance documentation as well as NPD sourcing and factory expansion plans • Build the different departments and set all related SOP while implementing best practices with an emphasis on quality service and cost-efficient operation • Lead the manufacturing operation and as such the typical plant management in terms of production lines, preventive maintenance, people, technical decisions, and sourcing new lines and formulations for NPD • Oversees the Import & Clearance activities and ensures efficient customs clearance including proper shipping documentation and scrutiny of service providers and freight forwarders for effective cost control • Lead initiatives to optimize the entire Supply Chain processes and infrastructures to improve the overall business efficiency and lean management. Drive a continuous improvement culture and transfer of knowledge to local talents to ensure business continuity Qualifications: • Bachelor in Engineering or Chemistry or Food Science or Industrial Engineering; with preferably an MBA degree • 10-15 years of factory experience in a salty Snack manufacturing sector • Excellent Communication skills and perfect command of English language • Microsoft proficient with working experience in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle Business Suites preferably)

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