Managing Director in a Steel Rolling Mill

REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must be an engineer and a Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 20 years work experience in a steel rolling mill industry.
• Last 5 -10 years as General Manager of a steel rolling mill.
• Must have drawn up a business plan for a steel rolling mill.
• Must have been a Production/Factory Manager at some point of his career for at least 5 years.
• Must be able to create budgets and track expenditures.
• Must have OPEX and CAPEX knowledge.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Board to define and articulate the vision and strategic direction for the company.
• Champion the articulation of strategies and plan required to achieve the vision and strategic business objectives of the company.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to management team in the execution of their duties.
• Ensure clear and unambiguous communication of the overall business objectives and strategic direction to all levels of the organization.
• Ensure the development and implementation of relevant structures (process, people, and systems) to support the achievement of the company's vision, goals and objectives.
• Understand market trends, customer needs, competitors and identify business opportunities.
• Drive the development of annual operating plans, i.e. operational plans and requirements, staffing and budgets that support the company's strategic plan and overall business aspirations.
• Provide broad guidelines for the establishment of standards to measure the performance of the company - its division, departments, teams and personnel.
• Oversee the formulation, administration and enforcement of policies to guide proper operational practices, ensuring that the company is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key organizations and investors and champion the formulation of strategic business alliances.