Regional Manufacturing Director at Nigerian Bottling Company

Profile

Responsible for the Manufacturing function across the east and south-south of Nigeria, this individual will report to the National Manufacturing Director. The ideal candidate should have strong people and operations management track record and should have effectively performed in a similar role.

Key Responsibilities/Deliverables

• Provide direction & clear objectives to optimize operational performance of manufacturing plant in his/her region including (but not limited to) production outputs, operational efficiencies, product and process quality, equipment health management and manufacturing costs
• Ensure business and functional strategy is regularly communicated, understood and
• manufacturing results in areas of responsibility are delivered in line with strategic business objectives
• Ensure profitable volume and market share growth in the region through robust supply planning and operations processes and business performance management systems
• Ensure implementation of relevant continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence and exploit growth opportunities within plant operations
• Drive sustainable quality, safety and environment agenda through teams (and line operations) across the region.
• Drive the implementation of talent and capability development programs for the manufacturing team in his/her region
• Develop and maintain progressive relationship across key internal and external stakeholder groups to ensure smooth business operations

Educational Qualification & Experience:

• B.Sc. degree in Engineering or Technology; a post graduate degree will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within production management, maintenance/engineering management, supply chain or project management FMCG experience essential. Individuals with bottling experience will have an added advantage.