Reporting to, and working closely with the General Manager, the Assistant General Manager will be a member of the Company’s Senior Management Team (SMT), and will be responsible for strategy development and implementation, operational excellence, stakeholder management and reporting.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Work closely with the General Manager and the senior management team to formulate and implement the Company strategy.
• Communicate the vision and mission of the Company across all levels.
• Assist the General Manager in planning, coordinating, and managing the overall operations of the Company in coordination with all heads of department.
• Assist in the development and management of the operational budget. Review budget versus actual variances and ensure that appropriate responses to variances are developed and taken.
• Analyse data and reports on various performance metrics of the Company including production, quality and operational performance to identify trends and provide insights to the General Manager and the directors of the Company for informed decision-making. • Implement best practices and innovative techniques to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization within the factory operations with the help of heads of departments.
• Measure the efficiency of systems and procedures, track business results, and monitor production key performance indicators.
• Oversee inventory control activities, including stock levels, procurement, storage, and
• logistics. Ensure timely availability of raw materials and minimize inventory waste. • Ensure regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and build processes based on the Company’s business goals.
• Represent the General Manager in various engagements with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, government agencies, and industry associations.
• Maintain effective communication channels to address concerns, resolve issues, and build relationships with trade, corporate social responsibility forums, and other government and stakeholder groups.
Required Qualifications, Experience and Competence:
• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or relevant field.
• A Master’s Degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• 15-20 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 5 years of experience in a senior management role.
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and implementation.
• Experience in governance and stakeholder management is added an advantage.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.
Interested persons who meet the above criteria should submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting how their experience is relevant to the Duties and Responsibilities described above to ug_hrs@pwc.com by not later than Friday 6 October 2023. The CV must include 3 referees including their e-mail address and telephone number. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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