Managing Director- Oil Palm Plantation at Oasis Africa Consulting

Job Description

• To ensure the effective management, growth and profitability of Client. Overall responsibility for the Farm (Mill and Plantation), from the daily operations to long term strategy.
• 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 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
• 12 – 15 years minimum Total work experience required,
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Senior management position at an FMCG Company, preferably food related.
• Experience in Palm Oil Mill / Plantation Management is a requirement.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office packages: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel