Deputy Lead - Soap Production

Our Client East Africas leading manufacturer of FastMoving Consumer Goods (FMCG) is looking to hire a Deputy Lead Soap Production. Their diverse portfolio includes brands in edible oils fats hygiene and personal care. They are currently seeking a Production Planning & SAP Coordinator for their Soap Production Plant. This role is pivotal in ensuring their production processes align seamlessly with customer demands and commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Planning & Order Confirmation:
  

• Align production schedules with customer orders and demand forecasts.
  

• Manage timely order confirmations in SAP to reflect production plans accurately.
  

• Monitor production capacity adjusting schedules to meet goals minimize downtime and optimize resource utilization.
  

• SAP Stock Maintenance & Variance Management:
  

• Maintain accurate stock levels in SAP through regular reviews and reconciliation of discrepancies.
  

• Lead efforts to resolve physical vs. SAP stock variances by conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
  

• Ensure proper tracking and accounting of raw materials workinprogress and finished goods.
  

• Soap Production Process Knowledge:
  

• Apply indepth understanding of soap manufacturing to enhance efficiency quality and output.
  

• Oversee the entire production flow ensuring adherence to quality standards and optimal process parameters.
  

• Collaborate with teams like Quality Control Maintenance and Supply Chain to improve processes and address issues.
  

• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
  

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements to boost efficiency reduce costs and increase productivity.
  

• Recommend and implement new technologies or methods to advance soap production lines.
  

• Team Collaboration & Support:
  

• Assist the Soap Department Lead in daily operations and provide leadership to the production team.
  

• Train and mentor junior staff in production procedures SAP usage and stock management best practices.
  

• Promote a culture of teamwork accountability and safety within the department.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Educational Background:
  
• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering or a related field.
  
• Additional certifications or training in Production Planning SAP or Lean Manufacturing is a plus.
  
• Experience:
  
• 510 years of experience in production planning stock maintenance and order confirmation specifically within a manufacturing environment (soap production preferred).
  
• Proven experience with SAP systems including stock management order confirmation and production planning modules.
  
• Strong understanding of soap production processes and industryspecific equipment.