Chief Operation Officer - Silo Complex at Coscharis Group

Overview

• Prospective candidate must be an experienced Manager ready to oversee grain operation facility in the eastern part of Nigeria.
• The person will be in charge of developing talent in the workplace while maintaining a cost effective and safe facility.
• Primary responsibilities of this position will include directing the short and long term operations and objective of the facility, coordinating efforts between plant management and executive management, and improving efficiencies

Responsibilities

• Implement processes and procedures that will increase production and maximize capital
• Supervise daily plant activities through training employees, determining methods for employee work, scheduling, and conducting employee performance appraisals
• Review and report financial, operations, and production data
• Develop, plan, and execute the capital and expense budgets for the facility
• Ensure plant’s activities comply with all governing laws and regulations (including EPA, fire safety and federal/state grain inspections standards)
• Select, evaluate and recommend internal candidates for positions within the plant
• Oversee incoming and outgoing grain movements
• Monitor and maintain facility cleanliness, safety, and quality control.  Enforce safety program and hold regular plant safety meetings

Qualifications/Experience

• Must have experience in using supervisory techniques to instruct, train, and motivate employees.
• Must have experience in developing teamwork and collaboration.
• Must have basic knowledge of accounting and Profit & Loss Statements
• Must have experience in managing a medium to large sized silo facility to maximize efficiencies and productivity.
• Skilled in effective written and oral communications
• Skilled in problem solving and analytical thinking
• Able to remain flexible and responsive when faced with multiple priorities and requests.
• Able to work with diverse individuals and groups
• Able to make sound and timely decisions with the information available
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Minimum of Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant field.
• Ten years or equivalent of supervisory experience.