Factory Head

Job Description : FACTORY HEAD NIGERIA leading consumer company with a factory set up in Lagos, Nigeria and are looking to hire the Factory Lead based in Lagos , Nigeria. Has overall responsibility to meet Unit’s target with respect to operational efficiency i.e. ensuring product availability at right time, controlling unit’s overhead expenses, Wastage reduction/ control, improving manpower productivity, accurate Planning, cost effective & timely procurement of quality RM/PM & ensuring of timely dispatch of FG. Makes decisions for complex issues pertaining to Production/Commercial/Statuary requirements/Warehouse etc. Plans and schedules the preventive maintenance of all manufacturing lines and utilities. Evaluates and monitors maintenance records. Is responsible for ensuring minimum downtime. Ensure minimizing of breakdowns. Identifies and develops vendors for upkeep and repair work of machinery and spare parts. Is responsible for taking initiatives on process instrumentation and automation. Makes decisions for complex issues pertaining to Production/Commercial/Statuary requirements/Warehouse etc. Logistics Responsible for Inbound & Outbound Shipment. Maintaining Inventory & SLOB control. Liaison with Stake Holder - ( Shipping Lines / Shipping Agencies) Legal compliance as per different trade acts/ sanctions. Freight Budget Management. Purchase & Planning Ensures that required quantities are procured at the optimum price & time to avoid delay in production Regular discussion with Business & Finance team on possible future Impact on price increase on goods for proper contingency plans for Gross Contribution /Net Contribution calculations. Co-ordinate with IBD/India Purchase team to ensure continuity of RM & PM. Active stake holder management to manage inflation/cost. Planning production as per forecast. Ensuring average inventory as days of sale is with the target range. Compliance & Quality Responsible for managing external environment for ensuring complete statutory compliance of the unit. To implement Operating Manuals of Corporate i.e. Accounting/Purchase/HR Strict Quality adherence. Conducting Internal quality, product, process audits Conduct regular market quality audits for own and competitors’ products Responsible for handling, investigation and implementing corrective and preventive actions raised out of Market/consumer complaints along with unit team Budget and Overheads Responsible for monitoring and controlling cash overheads (Wages, Stores & spares, power & fuel )/ capital expenses within the approved budgets New Projects Responsible for introduction and implementation of New projects for achieving organizational goals. Team building Responsible for keeping the team in high morale and ensuring high motivation of employees. Fosters positive relationships with external agencies. Qualifications Education- Essential B. Tech / M. Tech Experience 14-18 years’ relevant experience out of which 3-4 years of experience should be in Nigeria. SAP Experience & Working XL Skills Are Essential Other Requirements Rich Experience of personal care category. Knowledge of Statutory Requirements and laws People Management skills Networking Skills

---

Back