Job Title: Deputy Plant Manager
Company: Human Capital Business Solutions (HCBS)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: 20/07/2024, 5:00 PM
Job Summary:
Our client is a leading FMCG company based in Kampala, Uganda with a large focus on beverage manufacturing, production, and distribution. On behalf of our client, we are looking for a competent and experienced Deputy Plant Manager to be based in Kampala, Uganda.
Reports to: Plant Manager
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee plant bottling operations for all site operations to maximize effectiveness and supply logistics, achieving on-time delivery targets.
- Plan, organize, direct, and manage all maintenance operations.
- Prepare production schedules to ensure optimized production cost and reduced downtimes.
- Set daily production mix levels and agree on shifts.
- Manage internal order placement performance, buyer activity levels, financial performance, and material shortage elimination.
- Ensure the procurement process for various project/modification activities is completed in line with the project completion period.
- Explore innovative practices to simplify the procurement process, achieve better quality and delivery schedules, and implement new ways of working.
- Develop synergy and collaboration, anticipating and responding actively and sensitively to the needs and expectations of internal and external customers.
- Formulate strategies to create a competitive environment for better bids and enforce the Strategic Supplying Process.
- Manage materials savings initiatives in line with profit plans and overall business objectives.
- Periodically review vendors’ performance for cost optimization and turnaround time (TAT).
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production efficiency, quality, and cost-effective management of resources. Develop and implement plans to optimize production processes and improve efficiency.
- Ensure all products are manufactured to the highest quality standards. Implement and monitor quality control systems and procedures, and address and resolve any issues related to product quality.
- Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
- Address employees’ issues or grievances and ensure adherence to the HR Manual, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Uganda Labor Laws.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest production management best practices and concepts.
- Perform any other work-related duties assigned by the Plant Operations Manager.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s/HND degree in Mechanical/Electrical or related field.
- Other certifications are a strong advantage.
- Proven work experience as a Deputy Plant Manager.
- Seven years of experience in a beverage/bottling company, preferably as an Engineering Manager, Factory Manager, or Project Manager.
- Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources).
- Familiarity with industry-standard equipment and technical expertise.
- Knowledgeable in safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes.
- Computer literacy and understanding of SAP.
- Ability to create accountability and lead by example.
- Strong team-building, decision-making, and people management skills.
How to Apply:
Candidates who meet the criteria outlined above should submit their applications, resume, and academic documents in PDF format with “HCBSU-DPM-DEPUTY PLANT MANAGER” as the email subject via recruitment@hcbsltd.com.
Deadline: 20th July 2024 by 05:00 PM
NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
About Human Capital Business Solutions (HCBS):
Industry: Management
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Human Capital Business Solutions is a boutique human resources consultancy specializing in strategic HR consulting, talent acquisition & management, and HR outsourcing services.
