Group Head Technical

Job Description : GROUP HEAD TECHNICAL NIGERIA FOR FMCG The Group Head - Technical leads the capital asset creation, management and optimization for the group. The role builds strategic relationships with Suppliers/ Partners and collaborates with respective BUs to drive most efficient and effective utilization of assets. He provides technical leadership across the group. Capital Assets Creation: Build and deliver capital asset creation plan in line with the Strategic Growth Plan of the group keeping long-term sustainability, best in class and support. Signs off Bill of Material (BOM) for all capex projects. Technology & Equipment Suppliers/Partner Relationship: Build strategic relationships with all key equipment and technology suppliers to deliver most economic and efficient delivery, performance and service Asset Care: Develop a framework and program to ensure great asset care of critical and important assets. Project Management: Develops a robust project planning and management system to ensure all new capex projects are delivered within timelines, cost and quality. Individually drive supplier-side project requirements. Asset, Process, and Cost Optimisation: Drive asset, process and cost optimization across major capital assets. Collaborate with BU teams to ensure optimization projects are delivered. Provide Technical leadership and is the "go-to person" for all technical challenges Technical & Quality Audits: Set up Central Audit function and audit framework (in line with HSE and other standards); build Technical Quality Index and conduct audits to build a culture of improvement. People Management: Build, guide and mentor a passionate and knowledgeable technical team Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Automation) or similar MBA is a plus Qualification in Project Management is a plus Minimum 10 years experience in a similar technical & engineering position in an international corporation Multi-factory supervision experience Food and beverage manufacturing experience preferred Lean manufacturing culture and cost saving approach. Understanding of best-practice reliability processes and techniques Highly skilled in production, Quality and safety processes Familiar with industrial equipment and utilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in managing a large multicultural technical team Previous experience in emerging markets / Africa / Nigeria is a plus Ability for travel to operating locations

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