Managing Director at Dragnet Nigeria

Job Summary

• To ensure the effective management, growth and profitability of the farms.
• Overall responsibility for the Farms (Mill and Plantation), from the daily operations to long term strategy.
• He/she will report to the Board of Directors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for annual Production Planning / Budgeting (Plantation and Mill) and driving achievement of set targets
• Works with heads of departments to define strategic direction and ensures alignment
• Overall responsibility for plantation activities e.g. site clearing, nurseries establishment and management, planting, harvesting, maintenance
• Ensures adequate training and performance management support is provided for the development of staff
• Oversee Production cost management and effective cost reduction program
• Ensures constant monitoring of production efficiencies in Mill and Plantation. Drive optimal operating performance and minimal down time
• Ensuring all required infrastructure / equipment are provided and in good functional condition
• Provide leadership in the strategic planning and execution of Plantation expansion/development programmes
• Responsible for optimal asset utilization and operational performance
• Ensure conformance with industry best practices / regulatory standards in Mill operations and Plantation maintenance
• Prepare the Mill for necessary certification and maintain same
• Present monthly Operations Report to the Board, on the operational state of all aspects of the Mill / Plantation, financial performance and relevant recommendations
• Oversee effective sales and marketing of products
• Develop, review and ensure compliance with standard operating practices and quality control standards
• Drive effective inventory control system from inputs through to finished products
• Implement training programs for employee development and ensuring adequate back-up for key positions
• Engage with the external communities, government agencies and other relevant stakeholders operations to ensure smooth running of operations.

Qualifications

• Must possess at least a B.Sc / B.Eng in Mechanical / Agric Engineering / degree in Agriculture / Forestry / Plantation Management or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Senior management position at an FMCG Company, preferably Food related. Experience in Palm Oil Mill / Plantation Management is an added advantage
• Minimum Total Industry experience required, 12 - 15 years.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office packages: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel.