Key Purpose Statement

To manage, lead and support the team so that manufacturing, quality and maintenance targets are achieved in the most cost effective and efficient manner.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop plant business and implementation plans to ensure that customer service and productivity objectives of the Region and CCBA are met
• Ensure productivity and budgeting objectives are met
• Work closely with Logistics to ensure systematic and strategic coordination of all Supply Chain business functions in order to ensure the continuous improvement of long term performance, of both the supply chain and the value chain as a whole
• Manage the Manufacturing aspects of operational execution including flow of materials, production and all supporting operations.
• Management and maintenance of the Manufacturing assets at a productive basic condition
• Lead the implementation and management of the Supply Chain Way
• Provide leadership and guidance to Country Management teams
• Manage the execution of the CAPEX process within the plant
• Manage the primary engagement with local Labour Unions and all aspects relating to Industrial relations in the region
• Ensure an engaged, productive and capable workforce aligned to deliver the strategic and operational business objectives of CCBA
• Lead and Manage the development of a Health and Safety culture for all employees within the plant
• Ensure talent pipeline is maintained
• Lead the Risk Management and Business Governance processes within the plant

Skills, Experience & Education

Experience

• Approximately 10 years of relevant corporate experience
• At least 3 years at a senior or executive level
• Strong track record of delivering results in a Manufacturing role
• Strong understanding of Supply Chain Way
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Proven track record in managing employee engagement

Education

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree
• Masters in Business Administration would be an added advantage