JOB TITLE: Assistant General Manager (Food & Beverages)
JOB LOCATION:Lagos
JOB DETAILS
- The Assistant General Manager (AGM) will oversee day-to-day production operations focusing on quality efficiency and regulatory compliance. This role requires a candidate with deep experience in food processing technical skills in production optimization and proven leadership in managing and developing teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Production Oversight: Manage end-to-end production processes ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards while meeting production goals.
- Strategic Planning: Assist in formulating implementing and monitoring company strategies translating high-level goals into actionable plans across functions.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity streamline operations and reduce costs without compromising quality.
- Market and Product Analysis: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to analyze market trends and consumer demands assisting in identifying new opportunities for growth and product development.
- Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance: Implement and monitor HACCP GMP and ISO standards working closely with the Quality Control team to ensure all operations comply with industry regulations to maintain product quality and integrity.
- Process Optimization: Use Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or similar methodologies to identify inefficiencies reduce waste and enhance productivity across all production lines.
- Vendor and Supply Chain Management: Work with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely sourcing of raw materials effective inventory management and cost control.
- Performance Reporting: Prepare and present operational reports to the Managing Director providing insights and recommending adjustments to meet organizational objectives.
- People Management: Lead and motivate a diverse team handling conflict resolution fostering a positive work environment and developing training programs to enhance team capabilities.
- Relationship Management: Maintaining relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including suppliers and customers.
- Cross-Departmental Coordination: Serve as a key liaison between production and senior management ensuring clear communication and alignment on strategic goals.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in Food Science Food Technology Engineering Business Administration or a related field. An MBA or similar qualification is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 6 8 years in a production management with at least 2 years in a leadership role preferably in the food and beverages industry.
- Strong proven knowledge of food safety and quality regulations such as HACCP ISO 22000 and GMP.
- Strong technical skills in process optimization and familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other efficiency methodologies.
- Extensive knowledge of the local and international food safety standards (e.g. FDA NAFDAC in Nigeria) to ensure that all processes meet legal and regulatory requirements.
- Experience working with vendors raw material suppliers and logistics teams to ensure timely and cost-effective production.
- Proven skills in overseeing projects managing timelines and coordinating various departments to ensure smooth operations.
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills with the ability to engage motivate and develop staff.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Proficient in using production management software and tools.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
HOW TO APPLY
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