Chief Operating Officer

Job Description : COO DAIRY PRODUCTS KSA An established organization in the food sector, specializing in dairy products. Your role: It is a leadership role that has significant impact on the overall business. You will provide overall strategic leadership to the Operations departments, driving the company's mission to deliver high-quality dairy products. Accountable for leading and overseeing all aspects of production operations, from greenfield and brownfield project management to day-to-day manufacturing excellence. Your focus will include optimizing production output, managing resources, and look at digitization and automation . Additionally, you will lead innovation initiatives and develop annual business plans to support the organization's growth and efficiency objectives. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership and Business Planning: - Provide overall strategic direction and leadership to the Operations departments, aligning operational strategies with the company's long-term goals. - Develop and implement annual business plans that support the company's growth, efficiency, and innovation objectives. Production Planning and Optimization: - Oversee the effective utilization of resources, including equipment, materials, and labor, to maximize production output and efficiency. - Develop production schedules that meet customer demand and align with business goals. - Lead innovation initiatives to explore new technologies and processes that can enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality. - Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and innovative solutions to drive operational excellence. Quality Assurance and Compliance: - Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and food safety guidelines, maintaining the highest standards of product quality and safety. - Oversee quality control processes and implement measures to ensure consistent product quality. Team Management and Development: - Lead and manage a team of manufacturing professionals, including supervisors, technicians, and operators. - Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, providing guidance, coaching, and support to team members. - Set performance objectives, conduct evaluations, and implement training programs to enhance team capabilities. Supply Chain and Inventory Management: - Collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure the timely availability of raw materials and packaging materials for production. - Monitor and manage inventory levels, optimizing supply chain processes to minimize costs and prevent shortages. Cost Management: - Monitor manufacturing costs, identify areas for cost reduction, and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality and safety. - Collaborate with other departments, such as Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain, to streamline operations and resolve issues. Cross-Functional Collaboration: - Participate in cross-functional meetings, provide strategic insights, and contribute to high-level decision-making processes. - Work closely with senior leadership to align operational strategies with overall business objectives and drive organizational success. Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Experience: Proven experience (15+ years) in manufacturing management, supply chain and a must have is experience in fresh dairy and value added products . Expertise: In-depth knowledge of dairy production processes, equipment, and quality standards. - Demonstrated expertise in process improvement methodologies, such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma. - Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams. - Comprehensive understanding of health and safety regulations and practices in a manufacturing environment. - Proficiency in data analysis, performance metrics, and production planning tools. - Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions. - Superior communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills. - Results-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs.

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