NATIONAL MAN OPERATIONS- MALMESBURY(WC) WITH ANIMAL FEED PLANT EXP.

We have an exciting opportunity for a National Operations Manager, to lead and oversee the operations of four feed manufacturing facilities, located in Malmesbury, PE, Pretoria and George.

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving operational excellence & efficiencies (incl. continuous improvement initiatives), ensuring optimal feed production and supply, managing costs and profitability, maintaining feed quality standards, and leading a team of Operations Managers across the business.

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• A member of Senior Management responsible for driving and executing strategic imperatives.
• Leading, coaching, and managing a team of Operational Managers.
• Managing the overall efficiency and performance of all feed plant operations.
• Ensuring compliance with feed quality standards and specifications.
• Ensuring optimal feed supply to meet customer requirements.
• Maintaining service levels while optimising plant machinery and equipment performance.
• Managing input suppliers and service level agreements.
• Managing operational & distribution costs, budgets, and profitability across the four facilities.
• Overseeing stock management of all raw materials, finished products and packaging.
• Approving and managing capital budgets and projects.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency and operational performance.
• Ensuring legal compliance including: health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

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• Minimum 3-year tertiary qualification in Engineering, Operations Management, Agriculture, or related fields.
• 8-12 years’ expereince within manufacturing environment, preferably in feed or related industries.
• Proven experience in managing multi-site operations.
• Willingness to travel between operational sites.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong financial and commercial expertise with experience in budget and cost management.

• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and within a team environment.

R1.8 to R2 Mill p.a. (total cost to company)