Operational Head (Production)

Reference: 11136 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description:  

• Develop and implement an integrated strategy for the factory group, focusing on sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Manage the performance of all manufacturing units against budgets, turnover, and profit targets.
• Analyse financial statements, identify trends, and provide meaningful commentary and recommendations.
• Lead the annual business planning process and drive execution throughout the financial year.
• Ensure optimal production processes, cost management, and capacity utilisation across all factories.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and product development across all divisions.
• Build and develop high-performing teams while fostering a healthy and productive workplace culture.
• Collaborate closely with technical, logistics, and commercial teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance and food safety standards.

Qualifications:

•  Minimum 5–8 years’ relevant experience in food manufacturing, FMCG, or production management, with part of this experience at senior management level.
• A tertiary qualification in Food Science, Engineering, Production Management, or a related field.
• Strong technical background in manufacturing and production processes.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and implementation.
• Strong financial insight and a sound understanding of financial management and management accounting, with the ability to analyse financial statements and drive business decisions.
• Experience in multi-site or multi-department management will be advantageous.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage complex operational challenges.

How to Apply:

·        Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.

·        If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.

·        We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.

·        Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

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