Country Sales Head

COUNTRY SALES HEAD DRC FOR 2 AND 3 W 25+ years experience Understand the dynamics of the market in the country to include business environment and competitor analysis and plan and execute the strategy to increase the market share as per business plan Be responsible for managing revenue and costs across the operations in the country to include pricing of various product lines and introduction of new products to ensure profitability in the country as per business plan Be responsible for monitoring all lines of businesses to include sales, service, parts and accessories and take corrective action in case of any issue Be responsible for planning of production/assembly of bikes as per quarterly delivery schedule and ensure any issues regarding delivery are resolved proactively Financial management for the country to include banking relationships, forex and exchange rates, legal and statutory compliances as well as cash flow and working capital Be responsible for overall logistics to include custom and other clearances, transportation to warehouse/production facility and within country transportation to the dealers/retailers/service centers Be responsible for all local regulatory compliances with regard to the local entity. Coach and mentor the team to help them deliver on the business goals. Speaking French

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Plant Manager

Plant Manager - Wheat flour Milling (Fluency in Hindi/ English required) Duty station : Namwenve industrial area, Uganda Position Overview: We are seeking a seasoned and proficient Plant Manager to oversee our wheat flour milling operations. The Plant Manager will play a pivotal role in leading and optimizing our production processes while maintaining strong communication with wheat grain suppliers. Fluency in Hindi is essential for effective communication and negotiation with suppliers. Responsibilities: - Lead and manage all aspects of the wheat flour milling operations with a focus on efficiency, quality, and safety. - Manage finances and preparing an annual budget, by keeping records of expenditures, sales figures and employee performance. - Motivate employees to achieve targets, by training new staff members and scheduling shifts. - Hold weekly meetings at work to improve communication, foster teamwork and ensure everyone is aligned on goals and tasks. - Develop and execute operational strategies to meet production targets and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. - Establish and maintain strong relationships with wheat grain suppliers, communicating effectively in Hindi/English to negotiate contracts, discuss pricing, and coordinate deliveries. - Review and approve final payroll runs, especially in terms of budget adherence and accuracy. - Drive sales and market expansion initiatives, identifying new opportunities for growth and diversification of product offerings. - Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures, to achieve profitability targets. - Identify staffing needs and collaborate with stakeholders to create comprehensive job descriptions to recruit potential employees - Collaborate closely with the procurement team to manage inventory levels and optimize the supply chain. - Mentor and support a team of production staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development. -Handle rental agreements, water, electric and all necessary invoices and make sure payments are made on time. - Analyze performance metrics and implement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality. - Coordinate with other departments to streamline production processes and address operational challenges.

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Retail Store Manager

RETAIL STORE MANAGER GUINEA The job of a retail manager is to run a retail store and manage its daily operations. Apart from basic managerial skills, a retail manager looks after other business aspects as well. This includes activities related to sales, marketing and advertising. A retail manager focuses on increasing sales of the store by motivating staff to work up to their full potential and give satisfactory assistance to the customers. A retail manager also handles the store's finances by budgeting and taking measures to minimise costs. This also includes analysing store performance and making reports for forecasting and further planning. He or she also takes care of stock level with the store to ensure product availability for the customers. The roles and responsibilities of a retail manager differ based on factors like locations of store, scale of operations, and the customer base of the store. The retail manager is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, effective staff management, and efficient performance of the store. Here are some of the roles and responsibilities of a retail manager: Financial Management: A retail manager is responsible for reducing store costs and take steps to increase the profitability of the store. He or she analyses store performance based on various factors and take appropriate steps for better performance in the market. The retail manager tries to increase sales by maintaining quality standards and providing good services. Customer Service: A retail manager's roles include establishing a wide customer base by maintaining healthy customer relationships. He or she interacts with the customers, ensures product availability, takes feedback from customers, and works with them to improve the services. A good customer customer reach helps in the growth of the business and brand value. Inventory Management: A retail manager manages the inventory and stock of the store. He or she takes care of inventory levels, stock rotation and organisation by implementing efficient replenishment processes. A retail manager does a thorough analysis of customer preferences and focuses on visual merchandising. Marketing and Promotion: A retail manager ensures that maximum number of people are aware of the store and its services. To increase the store traffic, he or she conducts various marketing and promotional activities, advertising, coordinates with vendors and even provides special offers for the customers.

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Retail Store Manager

RETAIL STORE MANAGER YAOUNDE CAMEROON The job of a retail manager is to run a retail store and manage its daily operations. Apart from basic managerial skills, a retail manager looks after other business aspects as well. This includes activities related to sales, marketing and advertising. A retail manager focuses on increasing sales of the store by motivating staff to work up to their full potential and give satisfactory assistance to the customers. A retail manager also handles the store's finances by budgeting and taking measures to minimise costs. This also includes analysing store performance and making reports for forecasting and further planning. He or she also takes care of stock level with the store to ensure product availability for the customers. The roles and responsibilities of a retail manager differ based on factors like locations of store, scale of operations, and the customer base of the store. The retail manager is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, effective staff management, and efficient performance of the store. Here are some of the roles and responsibilities of a retail manager: Financial Management: A retail manager is responsible for reducing store costs and take steps to increase the profitability of the store. He or she analyses store performance based on various factors and take appropriate steps for better performance in the market. The retail manager tries to increase sales by maintaining quality standards and providing good services. Customer Service: A retail manager's roles include establishing a wide customer base by maintaining healthy customer relationships. He or she interacts with the customers, ensures product availability, takes feedback from customers, and works with them to improve the services. A good customer customer reach helps in the growth of the business and brand value. Inventory Management: A retail manager manages the inventory and stock of the store. He or she takes care of inventory levels, stock rotation and organisation by implementing efficient replenishment processes. A retail manager does a thorough analysis of customer preferences and focuses on visual merchandising. Marketing and Promotion: A retail manager ensures that maximum number of people are aware of the store and its services. To increase the store traffic, he or she conducts various marketing and promotional activities, advertising, coordinates with vendors and even provides special offers for the customers.

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Retail Store Manager

RETAIL STORE MANAGER DOULA CAMEROON The job of a retail manager is to run a retail store and manage its daily operations. Apart from basic managerial skills, a retail manager looks after other business aspects as well. This includes activities related to sales, marketing and advertising. A retail manager focuses on increasing sales of the store by motivating staff to work up to their full potential and give satisfactory assistance to the customers. A retail manager also handles the store's finances by budgeting and taking measures to minimise costs. This also includes analysing store performance and making reports for forecasting and further planning. He or she also takes care of stock level with the store to ensure product availability for the customers. The roles and responsibilities of a retail manager differ based on factors like locations of store, scale of operations, and the customer base of the store. The retail manager is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, effective staff management, and efficient performance of the store. Here are some of the roles and responsibilities of a retail manager: Financial Management: A retail manager is responsible for reducing store costs and take steps to increase the profitability of the store. He or she analyses store performance based on various factors and take appropriate steps for better performance in the market. The retail manager tries to increase sales by maintaining quality standards and providing good services. Customer Service: A retail manager's roles include establishing a wide customer base by maintaining healthy customer relationships. He or she interacts with the customers, ensures product availability, takes feedback from customers, and works with them to improve the services. A good customer customer reach helps in the growth of the business and brand value. Inventory Management: A retail manager manages the inventory and stock of the store. He or she takes care of inventory levels, stock rotation and organisation by implementing efficient replenishment processes. A retail manager does a thorough analysis of customer preferences and focuses on visual merchandising. Marketing and Promotion: A retail manager ensures that maximum number of people are aware of the store and its services. To increase the store traffic, he or she conducts various marketing and promotional activities, advertising, coordinates with vendors and even provides special offers for the customers.

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Retail Store Manager

RETAIL STORE MANAGER GHANA The job of a retail manager is to run a retail store and manage its daily operations. Apart from basic managerial skills, a retail manager looks after other business aspects as well. This includes activities related to sales, marketing and advertising. A retail manager focuses on increasing sales of the store by motivating staff to work up to their full potential and give satisfactory assistance to the customers. A retail manager also handles the store's finances by budgeting and taking measures to minimise costs. This also includes analysing store performance and making reports for forecasting and further planning. He or she also takes care of stock level with the store to ensure product availability for the customers. The roles and responsibilities of a retail manager differ based on factors like locations of store, scale of operations, and the customer base of the store. The retail manager is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, effective staff management, and efficient performance of the store. Here are some of the roles and responsibilities of a retail manager: Financial Management: A retail manager is responsible for reducing store costs and take steps to increase the profitability of the store. He or she analyses store performance based on various factors and take appropriate steps for better performance in the market. The retail manager tries to increase sales by maintaining quality standards and providing good services. Customer Service: A retail manager's roles include establishing a wide customer base by maintaining healthy customer relationships. He or she interacts with the customers, ensures product availability, takes feedback from customers, and works with them to improve the services. A good customer customer reach helps in the growth of the business and brand value. Inventory Management: A retail manager manages the inventory and stock of the store. He or she takes care of inventory levels, stock rotation and organisation by implementing efficient replenishment processes. A retail manager does a thorough analysis of customer preferences and focuses on visual merchandising. Marketing and Promotion: A retail manager ensures that maximum number of people are aware of the store and its services. To increase the store traffic, he or she conducts various marketing and promotional activities, advertising, coordinates with vendors and even provides special offers for the customers.

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Retail Store Manager

RETAIL STORE MANAGER LIBERIA The job of a retail manager is to run a retail store and manage its daily operations. Apart from basic managerial skills, a retail manager looks after other business aspects as well. This includes activities related to sales, marketing and advertising. A retail manager focuses on increasing sales of the store by motivating staff to work up to their full potential and give satisfactory assistance to the customers. A retail manager also handles the store's finances by budgeting and taking measures to minimise costs. This also includes analysing store performance and making reports for forecasting and further planning. He or she also takes care of stock level with the store to ensure product availability for the customers. The roles and responsibilities of a retail manager differ based on factors like locations of store, scale of operations, and the customer base of the store. The retail manager is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, effective staff management, and efficient performance of the store. Here are some of the roles and responsibilities of a retail manager: Financial Management: A retail manager is responsible for reducing store costs and take steps to increase the profitability of the store. He or she analyses store performance based on various factors and take appropriate steps for better performance in the market. The retail manager tries to increase sales by maintaining quality standards and providing good services. Customer Service: A retail manager's roles include establishing a wide customer base by maintaining healthy customer relationships. He or she interacts with the customers, ensures product availability, takes feedback from customers, and works with them to improve the services. A good customer customer reach helps in the growth of the business and brand value. Inventory Management: A retail manager manages the inventory and stock of the store. He or she takes care of inventory levels, stock rotation and organisation by implementing efficient replenishment processes. A retail manager does a thorough analysis of customer preferences and focuses on visual merchandising. Marketing and Promotion: A retail manager ensures that maximum number of people are aware of the store and its services. To increase the store traffic, he or she conducts various marketing and promotional activities, advertising, coordinates with vendors and even provides special offers for the customers.

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Retail Store Manager

RETAIL STORE MANAGER SIERRA LEONE The job of a retail manager is to run a retail store and manage its daily operations. Apart from basic managerial skills, a retail manager looks after other business aspects as well. This includes activities related to sales, marketing and advertising. A retail manager focuses on increasing sales of the store by motivating staff to work up to their full potential and give satisfactory assistance to the customers. A retail manager also handles the store's finances by budgeting and taking measures to minimise costs. This also includes analysing store performance and making reports for forecasting and further planning. He or she also takes care of stock level with the store to ensure product availability for the customers. The roles and responsibilities of a retail manager differ based on factors like locations of store, scale of operations, and the customer base of the store. The retail manager is responsible for maintaining good customer relations, effective staff management, and efficient performance of the store. Here are some of the roles and responsibilities of a retail manager: Financial Management: A retail manager is responsible for reducing store costs and take steps to increase the profitability of the store. He or she analyses store performance based on various factors and take appropriate steps for better performance in the market. The retail manager tries to increase sales by maintaining quality standards and providing good services. Customer Service: A retail manager's roles include establishing a wide customer base by maintaining healthy customer relationships. He or she interacts with the customers, ensures product availability, takes feedback from customers, and works with them to improve the services. A good customer customer reach helps in the growth of the business and brand value. Inventory Management: A retail manager manages the inventory and stock of the store. He or she takes care of inventory levels, stock rotation and organisation by implementing efficient replenishment processes. A retail manager does a thorough analysis of customer preferences and focuses on visual merchandising. Marketing and Promotion: A retail manager ensures that maximum number of people are aware of the store and its services. To increase the store traffic, he or she conducts various marketing and promotional activities, advertising, coordinates with vendors and even provides special offers for the customers.

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General Manager

GM SUGAR MILLS AND DISTILLERY DRC To ensure profitable functioning of the 24 Co-operative Sugar Mills, 08 Distilleries & Cogen Plants through effective production and capacity planning, cane development and procurement initiatives, ensure availability of resources required to run the plant at optimum capacity utilisation and promote a positive image of the organisation within the industry. Key Individual Accountabilities Strategic • Business Planning • Chair senior management cross-functional meetings with respect to all plant activities such as production planning, capacity utilisation, cane development initiatives, infrastructure development initiatives, set and communicate targets to plant personnel. • Determine start date of sugar production based on cane maturity, external business considerations (such as diversion of cane to other uses) and machine readiness. • Assess cane production capacity of the region and plan for business growth through capacity expansion planning for the sugar plant and ensure availability of the requisite resources. • Identify new business opportunities etc. Financial • Fund management and planning • Consolidate and review the budget for the Sugar Plant. • Monitor the seasonal, off-seasonal and capital expenditure budgets to ensure expenditure within budgets and take measures to achieve cost reduction. • QEHS (Quality, Environment, Health & Safety) responsibility • Conduct Management Review Committee Meetings at regular interval to ensure proper implementation and continual improvement of QEHS Management Systems. • Conduct Safety & Occupational Health Committee Meetings at regular interval to ensure safe and healthy work environment. Customer/ Externa l Orientation • Image building o Liaison with government officials, local industries and local political parties to build positive image of the organisation and represent the organisation in various external business and industry forums, participate as faculty / invitees in various government committees for formulating policies relating to the sugar industry. • Industrial relations o Hold continuous dialogue with workers and approve various welfare activities for employees to ensure smooth industrial relations within the plant. • Statutory compliance Hold continuous review of compliance measures taken and interact with authorities to ensure that all statutory compliance’s governing the factory and production of sugar are met People Orientation • Review performance of direct reports and provide development inputs through identification of training needs and nominating for training programmes across departments and levels. • Chair senior management meetings at the plant for moderation of performance ratings and promotion recommendations across all departments. Core operational accountabilitie s • Cane development o Plan and monitor long term and short term cane development schemes and activities in the cane development calendar by prioritising development initiatives based on business needs, to ensure high requisite cane volumes and productivity. o Participate in cane development initiatives through analysing and facilitating application of benchmark cultivation practices, chairing farmer and village meetings for culture building, propagation of cane cultivation techniques and other development activities like public representations, interaction with government departments etc. • Cane procurement o Plan, initiate and solicit support from external agencies to promote infrastructure development initiatives such as road construction etc to improve connectivity between the farmers and the plant to facilitate smooth procurement of cane. o Monitor clearance of cane centres in order to monitor freshness and cleanliness of raw material. o Negotiate with authorities and local political persons for cases related to cane area reservation, negotiate with transporters to achieve lower rates in order to increase profit margins. • Sugar production/Alcohol/Cogen o Conduct daily production planning meetings for review of targets and achievements, production bottlenecks and plan corrective action in case of deviation from process parameters, downtime or inefficiencies to ensure smooth production of sugar. o Monitor key processing activities of the process department to ensure desired capacity utilisation, equipment efficiency and ensure increased life of the equipment. • By-products sales planning o Plan and approve sale of bagasse, Alcohol keep track of industry trends and rates of bagasse, Alcohol and molasses and negotiate rates for sale with industrial buyers to ensure optimal returns on sale of by products. • Quality control o Monitor the functioning of the quality control laboratory through random quality inspections and rejection of low quality cane / sugar to ensure optimal cane and sugar quality • Maintenance planning o Monitor annual maintenance planning and capacity expansion initiatives during off- season and ensure effective working of CFTs by facilitating problem solving, training and regular discussions to ensure equipment efficiency and increased life of the equipment. o Any other work/ responsibility that may be assigned, from time to time by HO Key Interactions Interna l External ? Managing Director ? HOD's at Head Office level ? Chief Engineer ? Chief Chemist ? Chief Accountant ? Chief Cane Officer ? Distillery Manager ? Sugar Secretary, Cane commissioners and his officials ? Senior officials from the Government officials at Lucknow ? Local political leaders ? Local Administration, DM, SP ? Board and management of local cane agencies ? Scientists from research institutes ? Technical consultants ? Auditors ? ISMA / UPSMA/UPDA ? Different Inspecting Agencies ? Pollution Control Board Technical & Behavioral Skills & Knowledge • Knowledge of latest development in sugarcane cultivation. • Knowledge of sugarcane – variety identification, symptoms of disease / pests, role of nutrients in crops etc. • Knowledge of Budget and its analysis • Knowledge of sugar manufacturing and juice clarification process • Knowledge of instrumentation, equipment features and control of process parameters • Knowledge of all statuary laws and compliance • Knowledge of Project Management Key Performance Indicators • Asset utilization • Demand forecasting • Customer satisfaction • Increase/decrease in plant downtime • Forecasts of production quantities, etc. • Maintenance cost per unit • Overall equipment effectiveness • Productivity • Quality improvement

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Unit Head

UNIT HEAD CEMENT PLANT DRC 25+ years experience Unit Head for an Integrated plant which will have Mines, Power Plant, Grinding Unit, Clinker Unit, Distribution Centre and Township attached to it. Site Head for Integrated plant for Cement Manufacturing who will manage operations worth INR1500 crores-2500 crores and 1800-2000 staff. Reporting into to the Zonal Manufacturing Head, you will be responsible for : - Directing and overseeing production, quality, availability and productivity to ensure availability of product as per market requirement for customer satisfaction - Evolving and developing strategy and ensuring implementation to enhance capacity and improve productivity norms to achieve assigned CVA targets of the unit - Directing and ensuring effective management of people to ensure leadership skills and development of motivated and performance oriented workforce. - Ensuring effective implementation and management of environment, health and safety measures in compliance with Govt. policies and legislation to achieve zero accidents and pollution free environment - Ensuring adherence to statutory requirements related to all aspects of plant activities - Directing and managing Industrial relations, so as to ensure constructive work environment and protect units interests - Ensuring effective cost management to minimize variable cost and fixed cost and maintain financial discipline and plan for benchmark improvement. - Promoting and ensuring effective implementation of world-class systems and their integration to achieve system perfection - Directing facilitating and ensuring effective relationship with local Govt. and adjoining Community. - Ideally you are an Engineer with 18+ years of experience in managing overall operations in industries such as Metals/Chemicals/Fertilisers/Automotive. - You should have managed operations worth 800 crores atleast and workforce of 1000 people. - You should have excellent leadership skills and HR&IR skills to manage a large work force. - You should have demonstrated excellent track record in your last roles and should be ready for the next challenging role in a large organisation

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Plant Director

PLANT DIRECTOR CEMENT INDUSTRY DRC Be the “champion” of all Production, Human Resources, Logistics and Financial issues in the Plant. Develop and maintain high plant performance standards for the plants and take overall responsibility for all production related operations including purchasing and distribution, safety, industrial excellence and technical support, resources (people mobilization/development), customer orientation and logistics as well as production support functions such as mining, engineering and maintenance. Develop the value of the plant ‘assets’ through effective management of equipment, reserves, competencies and stakeholder relationships (plant ‘image’). Provide overall strategic leadership, direction and guidance for all Plant operations. Ensure the continuous growth and profitability of the organisation’s business. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Budgeting & Planning Champion the execution of the corporate strategy at the plant level; Demonstrate ownership for the definition of the Plant’s strategy and ensure alignment with the corporate strategy. Provide strategic guidance and oversight in the development of strategic plans for the plant. Prepare the annual budgets and prudently monitor and manage the Plants’s resources within the budgetary provision. Facilitate prompt implementation of the approved operational plans and ensure that plant operations are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Facilitate the definition of broad guidelines for the establishment of standards to ensure and measure the performance of plant operations; its departments, units, teams and personnel. Plant Management Cycle Oversee the conduct of in-depth research, assessment and analysis and benchmark the plant management strategies against other major players in view of industry and economic realities in order to ensure maintenance and improvement of production standards. Oversee the execution and implementation of risk management frameworks and disaster recovery plans to ensure optimal plant performance and minimize operational losses. Oversee the analysis of sales forecast to determine production capacity required to meet forecast. Monitor production performance including cost & volumes of raw materials, energy & fuels, effective utilisation of equipment/machines and ensure alignment with planned production targets, delivery targets, profitability targets and other key performance measures. Implement appropriate strategies, plans and programmes for producing quality products and achieving set levels of Plant capacity utilisation and efficiency. Develop and enforce policies and procedures for production methods, quality and safety. Develop plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital. Ensure Plant compliance with all local and national laws and regulations relating to cement manufacturing. Continually control and monitor plant performance through measurement and analysis through the use of standard tools, benchmarking and pre-defined Company indicators to be used for tracking. Demonstrate ownership for all technical issues in the plants. Optimise and adapt the production process and equipment in line with the Company’s improvement program/ action plans. Create safe work conditions and mobilize all plant employees and contractors on safety at work. Finance and Cost Reduction Oversee the execution of all necessary systems, controls, policies and procedures to ensure a rigorous financial framework for the Plant. Authorize expenses in line with the plant objectives and budget provisions. Provide oversight for the management of information systems and information system reporting tools. Demonstrate ownerhip for the implementation of a cost reduction program including cost tracking practices/methods in order to maintain competitive edge in the market and ensure increased overall performance. The cost reduction program should be reflected in: Fixed cost, variable cost, selling & general cost (pricing); Increased volumes (through reliability utilization and cement clinker ratio); Effectiveness of procurement management practices; Increased investments. Product Quality and Customer Satisfaction Develop a customer oriented culture in alignment with the Company’s values ensuring prompt feedback in addressing customer complaints issues Ensure the maintenance of product quality and provision of quality service. Demonstrate ownership of quality assurance and control procedures as well as the overall quality of all products manufactured in the Country. Human Resources Management and Development Identify the right mix of people, innovation and management to propel the Country’s operations. Monitors overall manpower and material resource requirements to meet with Plant budgets. Ensure the execution of succession plan and training plan for all staff in the Country in order to preserve and develop key competencies. Demonstrate ownership for compensation of staff in the Country. Maintain and foster positive labour relations and communication. Stakeholder/ Community Relations Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key organisations and and champion the formulation of strategic business alliances. Develop sustainable relationships with external influencers and seek to establish relevant partnerships for optimal positioning of the Plant. Demonstrate ownership for the representation of the Plant with government and other regulatory bodies. Continually promote the company image in the local social economical and environmental community. Ensure that the laws and regulations pertaining to the activities are respected as well as protection of environment in compliance with Company standards. Coordinate day-to-day activities of the Plant and provide leadership to direct reports and the entire staff of the Company. Continually review and implement best practices for all units in the Plant. Ensure continuous review and assessment of the effectiveness and efficiency of the Plant’s policies, procedures and processes, identify improvement opportunities and ensure alignment with the Country’s standards. Receive and review periodic financial and non-financial reports to effectively monitor and steer the activities of the Plant to meet strategic objectives. Review and authorise key expenditures/transactions of the Country in line with the approved budget. Ensure the optimal management of the Plant’s human and material resources to optimise performance and enhance output. Monitor and stay abreast of industry, national and global developments, trends and events to ensure that the Company is able to maintain and sharpen its competitive positioning and advantage. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director of Operations. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Engineering discipline. Professional degree/ qualification such as MBA is required. Minimum of 25 years’ experience, with at least 10 years in managing multiple lines large scale cement plant of not less than 6 million tones annual capacity. Very good understanding of technical problems in order to decide appropriate action in line with Company policy and industrial strategy in the following domains: Operation and Maintenance Management Systems (SAP experience is helpful). Process Management Product Quality Quality/ Environmental Management Project Management Human Resources Management Logistics Management In-depth knowledge of strategic planning and financial management. Ability to think strategically and holistically and appreciate the systematic impact of complex issues and solutions. Well-developed leadership and people management skills, including the ability to manage multi-national and cross-cultural teams effectively. Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills.

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Plant Director

PLANT DIRECTOR CEMENT INDUSTRY NIGERIA Be the “champion” of all Production, Human Resources, Logistics and Financial issues in the Plant. Develop and maintain high plant performance standards for the plants and take overall responsibility for all production related operations including purchasing and distribution, safety, industrial excellence and technical support, resources (people mobilization/development), customer orientation and logistics as well as production support functions such as mining, engineering and maintenance. Develop the value of the plant ‘assets’ through effective management of equipment, reserves, competencies and stakeholder relationships (plant ‘image’). Provide overall strategic leadership, direction and guidance for all Plant operations. Ensure the continuous growth and profitability of the organisation’s business. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Budgeting & Planning Champion the execution of the corporate strategy at the plant level; Demonstrate ownership for the definition of the Plant’s strategy and ensure alignment with the corporate strategy. Provide strategic guidance and oversight in the development of strategic plans for the plant. Prepare the annual budgets and prudently monitor and manage the Plants’s resources within the budgetary provision. Facilitate prompt implementation of the approved operational plans and ensure that plant operations are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Facilitate the definition of broad guidelines for the establishment of standards to ensure and measure the performance of plant operations; its departments, units, teams and personnel. Plant Management Cycle Oversee the conduct of in-depth research, assessment and analysis and benchmark the plant management strategies against other major players in view of industry and economic realities in order to ensure maintenance and improvement of production standards. Oversee the execution and implementation of risk management frameworks and disaster recovery plans to ensure optimal plant performance and minimize operational losses. Oversee the analysis of sales forecast to determine production capacity required to meet forecast. Monitor production performance including cost & volumes of raw materials, energy & fuels, effective utilisation of equipment/machines and ensure alignment with planned production targets, delivery targets, profitability targets and other key performance measures. Implement appropriate strategies, plans and programmes for producing quality products and achieving set levels of Plant capacity utilisation and efficiency. Develop and enforce policies and procedures for production methods, quality and safety. Develop plans and processes which minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital. Ensure Plant compliance with all local and national laws and regulations relating to cement manufacturing. Continually control and monitor plant performance through measurement and analysis through the use of standard tools, benchmarking and pre-defined Company indicators to be used for tracking. Demonstrate ownership for all technical issues in the plants. Optimise and adapt the production process and equipment in line with the Company’s improvement program/ action plans. Create safe work conditions and mobilize all plant employees and contractors on safety at work. Finance and Cost Reduction Oversee the execution of all necessary systems, controls, policies and procedures to ensure a rigorous financial framework for the Plant. Authorize expenses in line with the plant objectives and budget provisions. Provide oversight for the management of information systems and information system reporting tools. Demonstrate ownerhip for the implementation of a cost reduction program including cost tracking practices/methods in order to maintain competitive edge in the market and ensure increased overall performance. The cost reduction program should be reflected in: Fixed cost, variable cost, selling & general cost (pricing); Increased volumes (through reliability utilization and cement clinker ratio); Effectiveness of procurement management practices; Increased investments. Product Quality and Customer Satisfaction Develop a customer oriented culture in alignment with the Company’s values ensuring prompt feedback in addressing customer complaints issues Ensure the maintenance of product quality and provision of quality service. Demonstrate ownership of quality assurance and control procedures as well as the overall quality of all products manufactured in the Country. Human Resources Management and Development Identify the right mix of people, innovation and management to propel the Country’s operations. Monitors overall manpower and material resource requirements to meet with Plant budgets. Ensure the execution of succession plan and training plan for all staff in the Country in order to preserve and develop key competencies. Demonstrate ownership for compensation of staff in the Country. Maintain and foster positive labour relations and communication. Stakeholder/ Community Relations Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key organisations and and champion the formulation of strategic business alliances. Develop sustainable relationships with external influencers and seek to establish relevant partnerships for optimal positioning of the Plant. Demonstrate ownership for the representation of the Plant with government and other regulatory bodies. Continually promote the company image in the local social economical and environmental community. Ensure that the laws and regulations pertaining to the activities are respected as well as protection of environment in compliance with Company standards. Coordinate day-to-day activities of the Plant and provide leadership to direct reports and the entire staff of the Company. Continually review and implement best practices for all units in the Plant. Ensure continuous review and assessment of the effectiveness and efficiency of the Plant’s policies, procedures and processes, identify improvement opportunities and ensure alignment with the Country’s standards. Receive and review periodic financial and non-financial reports to effectively monitor and steer the activities of the Plant to meet strategic objectives. Review and authorise key expenditures/transactions of the Country in line with the approved budget. Ensure the optimal management of the Plant’s human and material resources to optimise performance and enhance output. Monitor and stay abreast of industry, national and global developments, trends and events to ensure that the Company is able to maintain and sharpen its competitive positioning and advantage. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director of Operations. Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Engineering discipline. Professional degree/ qualification such as MBA is required. Minimum of 25 years’ experience, with at least 10 years in managing multiple lines large scale cement plant of not less than 6 million tones annual capacity. Very good understanding of technical problems in order to decide appropriate action in line with Company policy and industrial strategy in the following domains: Operation and Maintenance Management Systems (SAP experience is helpful). Process Management Product Quality Quality/ Environmental Management Project Management Human Resources Management Logistics Management In-depth knowledge of strategic planning and financial management. Ability to think strategically and holistically and appreciate the systematic impact of complex issues and solutions. Well-developed leadership and people management skills, including the ability to manage multi-national and cross-cultural teams effectively. Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills.

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Chief Financial Officer

CFO FMCG MANUFACTURING DRC 25+ years experience CA + MBA and French speaker Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team Providing strategic recommendations to the CEO/president and members of the executive management team

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Chief Financial Officer

CFO FMCG MANUFACTURING NIGER 25+ years experience CA + MBA and French speaker Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team Providing strategic recommendations to the CEO/president and members of the executive management team

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Chief Financial Officer

CFO FMCG MANUFACTURING IVC 25+ years experience French speaking CA Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team Providing strategic recommendations to the CEO/president and members of the executive management team

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Sales Head

SALES HEAD BEVERAGES NIGERIA 20+ years experience Nigerian experience mandatory Position Reports to MD Managing business operations for products across categories . Leading Joint Business Plan (JBP) & Annual TOT discussions for the trade partner . Responsible for revenue growth and increase in counter share across categories

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Maintenance Manager

MAINTENANCE MANAGER NIGERIA Taking care of maintenance activities in a shift which included Injection moulding, and blow moulding. Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machinery, equipment, and facilities Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies 10 to 15 years of experience with a B.E/Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering with expertise and knowledge of generators. Proficiency with maintenance tools and equipment.

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Accountant

RETAIL ACCOUNTANT SURINAM Our growing company is looking for a retail accountant. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience. Responsibilities for retail accountant Oversee the accounting of the company's retail stores Provide support for ad-hoc requests from senior management Understand, propose and independently establish internal control enhancements Maintain documentation for all work product, particularly month end closing work papers Peform analytical reviews and variance analysis for balance sheets and income statements Prepare detailed account reconcilations and accurate journal entries posted into the financial systems Determine accuracy of balances, figures, calculations, postings, , investigate and reconcile any differences Support in the preparation of budgets, monitor actual vs Analyze, reconcile and post journal entries assigned to accounts Assemble, analyze and prepare formal summaries of activity in specific financial accounts Qualifications for retail accountant Review and prepare general ledger in accordance to JGAAP/USGAAP standards Perform balance sheet and income statements Input data to company ERP software 8+ years work experience as an accountant Experience working with JGAAP and USGAAP At least 3 years experience in a similar accounting role, within a multinational company strongly preferred

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Accountant

RETAIL ACCOUNTANT ST MARTEENS Our growing company is looking for a retail accountant. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience. Responsibilities for retail accountant Oversee the accounting of the company's retail stores Provide support for ad-hoc requests from senior management Understand, propose and independently establish internal control enhancements Maintain documentation for all work product, particularly month end closing work papers Peform analytical reviews and variance analysis for balance sheets and income statements Prepare detailed account reconcilations and accurate journal entries posted into the financial systems Determine accuracy of balances, figures, calculations, postings, , investigate and reconcile any differences Support in the preparation of budgets, monitor actual vs Analyze, reconcile and post journal entries assigned to accounts Assemble, analyze and prepare formal summaries of activity in specific financial accounts Qualifications for retail accountant Review and prepare general ledger in accordance to JGAAP/USGAAP standards Perform balance sheet and income statements Input data to company ERP software 8+ years work experience as an accountant Experience working with JGAAP and USGAAP At least 3 years experience in a similar accounting role, within a multinational company strongly preferred

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General Manager

GM SUGAR MILLS AND DISTILLERY NIGERIA To ensure profitable functioning of the 24 Co-operative Sugar Mills, 08 Distilleries & Cogen Plants through effective production and capacity planning, cane development and procurement initiatives, ensure availability of resources required to run the plant at optimum capacity utilisation and promote a positive image of the organisation within the industry. Key Individual Accountabilities Strategic • Business Planning • Chair senior management cross-functional meetings with respect to all plant activities such as production planning, capacity utilisation, cane development initiatives, infrastructure development initiatives, set and communicate targets to plant personnel. • Determine start date of sugar production based on cane maturity, external business considerations (such as diversion of cane to other uses) and machine readiness. • Assess cane production capacity of the region and plan for business growth through capacity expansion planning for the sugar plant and ensure availability of the requisite resources. • Identify new business opportunities etc. Financial • Fund management and planning • Consolidate and review the budget for the Sugar Plant. • Monitor the seasonal, off-seasonal and capital expenditure budgets to ensure expenditure within budgets and take measures to achieve cost reduction. • QEHS (Quality, Environment, Health & Safety) responsibility • Conduct Management Review Committee Meetings at regular interval to ensure proper implementation and continual improvement of QEHS Management Systems. • Conduct Safety & Occupational Health Committee Meetings at regular interval to ensure safe and healthy work environment. Customer/ Externa l Orientation • Image building o Liaison with government officials, local industries and local political parties to build positive image of the organisation and represent the organisation in various external business and industry forums, participate as faculty / invitees in various government committees for formulating policies relating to the sugar industry. • Industrial relations o Hold continuous dialogue with workers and approve various welfare activities for employees to ensure smooth industrial relations within the plant. • Statutory compliance Hold continuous review of compliance measures taken and interact with authorities to ensure that all statutory compliance’s governing the factory and production of sugar are met People Orientation • Review performance of direct reports and provide development inputs through identification of training needs and nominating for training programmes across departments and levels. • Chair senior management meetings at the plant for moderation of performance ratings and promotion recommendations across all departments. Core operational accountabilitie s • Cane development o Plan and monitor long term and short term cane development schemes and activities in the cane development calendar by prioritising development initiatives based on business needs, to ensure high requisite cane volumes and productivity. o Participate in cane development initiatives through analysing and facilitating application of benchmark cultivation practices, chairing farmer and village meetings for culture building, propagation of cane cultivation techniques and other development activities like public representations, interaction with government departments etc. • Cane procurement o Plan, initiate and solicit support from external agencies to promote infrastructure development initiatives such as road construction etc to improve connectivity between the farmers and the plant to facilitate smooth procurement of cane. o Monitor clearance of cane centres in order to monitor freshness and cleanliness of raw material. o Negotiate with authorities and local political persons for cases related to cane area reservation, negotiate with transporters to achieve lower rates in order to increase profit margins. • Sugar production/Alcohol/Cogen o Conduct daily production planning meetings for review of targets and achievements, production bottlenecks and plan corrective action in case of deviation from process parameters, downtime or inefficiencies to ensure smooth production of sugar. o Monitor key processing activities of the process department to ensure desired capacity utilisation, equipment efficiency and ensure increased life of the equipment. • By-products sales planning o Plan and approve sale of bagasse, Alcohol keep track of industry trends and rates of bagasse, Alcohol and molasses and negotiate rates for sale with industrial buyers to ensure optimal returns on sale of by products. Job Description • Quality control o Monitor the functioning of the quality control laboratory through random quality inspections and rejection of low quality cane / sugar to ensure optimal cane and sugar quality • Maintenance planning o Monitor annual maintenance planning and capacity expansion initiatives during off- season and ensure effective working of CFTs by facilitating problem solving, training and regular discussions to ensure equipment efficiency and increased life of the equipment. o Any other work/ responsibility that may be assigned, from time to time by HO Key Interactions Interna l External ? Managing Director ? HOD's at Head Office level ? Chief Engineer ? Chief Chemist ? Chief Accountant ? Chief Cane Officer ? Distillery Manager ? Sugar Secretary, Cane commissioners and his officials ? Senior officials from the Government officials at Lucknow ? Local political leaders ? Local Administration, DM, SP ? Board and management of local cane agencies ? Scientists from research institutes ? Technical consultants ? Auditors ? ISMA / UPSMA/UPDA ? Different Inspecting Agencies ? Pollution Control Board Technical & Behavioral Skills & Knowledge • Knowledge of latest development in sugarcane cultivation. • Knowledge of sugarcane – variety identification, symptoms of disease / pests, role of nutrients in crops etc. • Knowledge of Budget and its analysis • Knowledge of sugar manufacturing and juice clarification process • Knowledge of instrumentation, equipment features and control of process parameters • Knowledge of all statuary laws and compliance • Knowledge of Project Management Key Performance Indicators • Asset utilization • Demand forecasting • Customer satisfaction • Increase/decrease in plant downtime • Forecasts of production quantities, etc. • Maintenance cost per unit • Overall equipment effectiveness • Productivity • Quality improvement

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