Head of Factory Operations Job in Nairobi Kenya (300K)

Job Title: Steel Structures Head of Factory Operations 
 

Industry: Building & Construction
 

Our client is a leading construction

company in Kenya and the rest of Africa mainly specializing in steel framing

systems.

They offer roofing, commercial and

residential solutions on projects basis. Their technology is advanced,

innovative superior, sustainable and above all affordable. 

They seek to hire a head of factory

operations to ensure flawless execution on all sites.

• Demonstrates ownership & accountability of
  
  personal and team roles with consistent Level III thought process and
  
  issue resolution


• Instills a real passion and enthusiasm to site
  
  teams for delivering on the company’s goal


• Strives to promote a team culture of winning
  
  & performing at highest levels


• Sets clear goals and objectives for each
  
  member of the project team including personal development objectives for
  
  immediate direct reports


• Takes time to mentor then disseminate the
  
  learning/ knowledge to promote optimal performance and staff development


• Address employees’ issues or grievances
  
  ensuring organizational objectives


• Leads by example setting exceptional standards
  
  of safety, quality and internal/external customer service


• Strong, proactive communicator that supports
  
  good data flow and allows for best decisions to be made by MD


• Strategic input with top management. Assist in
  
  the development of strategic plans for operational activity. Implement and
  
  manage operational plans.

2. Systems, Planning & Execution

Excellence

• Plan, organize, direct and run optimum
  
  day-to-day operations


• Establishes KPI’s for core departments
  
  including Procurement, Inventory management and production


• Increase production, assets capacity and
  
  flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current
  
  quality standards


• Oversee production output, product quality and
  
  on-time shipping



• Introduces, documents, implements, trains,
  
  improves and supports development of processes / systems to increase
  
  efficiencies & execution


• Engages actively in the transference of
  
  knowledge and expertise to others


• Coordinate and monitor the work of various departments
  
  involved in production, warehousing, pricing and distribution of goods.


• Ensure optimization of plant equipment and
  
  machinery and provide technical support where necessary.

• Assists in the goal of financial optimization
  
  by ensuring COGs for both local / import procurements are negotiated in
  
  the best interest of the organization while ensuring material quality and
  
  adherence to specifications


• Establishes inventory re-order patterns based
  
  on optimized safety stocks to effectively service projects


• Oversee & ensure price optimization
  
  through effective negotiation and supplier performance reviews in
  
  conjunction with Finance & Procurement


• Coordinates weekly staff disbursements for
  
  casual labor

4. Health, safety and environment

• Familiarizes with local health, safety and
  
  environmental legislation


• Champions a high standard culture of health
  
  and safety within factory


• Supports key site staff to make safety a
  
  natural part of their daily activities


• Carries out regular safety inspections


• Engages regulatory officials to ensure
  
  compliance

Skills and Qualifications Desired

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering


• Proven working managerial experience as Head,
  
  Operations


• Knowledge of business and management
  
  principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, HR)


• Familiarity with CNC controlled equipment and
  
  technical expertise


• Be knowledgeable of safety, quality,
  
  productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes


• Computer literacy


• Ability to create accountability and to lead
  
  by example


• Strong team building, decision-making and
  
  people management skills

If you are up to the challenge,

posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only

quoting the job title on the email subject (Steel Structures Head of Factory

Operations) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before Wednesday 9th March, 2016.

Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing 

Only candidates short-listed for

interview will be contacted.