About this role
<p style="line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-left:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><strong>Business Information</strong> - <strong>Edible Oils</strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 6.0pt;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Our portfolio includes palm, rapeseed, soybean and sunflower oils. Our sourcing, refining, blending, bottling, distribution and supply chain capabilities serve sectors from food manufacturing through to personal care. Combined with our advanced risk management expertise and tools, we’re able to help manage supply and risk for customers across Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Asia.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">We operate edible oil processing and refining in Nigeria where we refine crude vegetable oils and market refined, bleached and deodorised palm oil, palm olein and refined soybean oil to supply customers in the region.We source from third-party suppliers in Indonesia and Malaysia. We work with our suppliers to uphold our commitments under our Responsible Palm Oil Policy. We prioritise buying from RSPO members and 90 per cent of our palm oil is sourced from suppliers who are RSPO members. Any supplier found to be non-compliant will be investigated and corrective actions sought, and we’ll cease trading with suppliers that don’t implement corrective actions within 12 months.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:106%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:106%;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:106%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">For more information please visit:<span style="color:windowtext"><a href="https://www.olamagri.com/products-services/edible-oils.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="color:blue"> Edible Oils | Sustainable Palm Oil| Edible Oil Processing| Olam Agri</span></a></span></span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Description</b></H2> </div><div><p style="line-height:15.0pt;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:justify"> </p> <p style="line-height:15.0pt;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c">A Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing end-to-end manufacturing and processing operations within the plant, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The role focuses on driving production excellence, maintaining compliance with regulatory and safety standards, and optimizing resource utilization across the facility.</span></p> <p style="line-height:15.0pt;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c">The incumbent will lead plant operations by managing production planning, inventory control, and procurement of materials while ensuring adherence to product specifications. Additionally, the role involves fostering a strong safety culture, building high-performing teams, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve operational and business objectives.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"> </p> <ul> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Oversee and support production operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and product specifications</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Monitor and manage production outputs against targets and take corrective actions for deviations</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Plan and schedule processing activities to ensure cost-effective and timely production</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Manage procurement of raw materials, packaging, and other operational inputs</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Monitor and control inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure implementation and adherence to health, hygiene, and safety standards across the plant</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Drive a strong “safety-first” culture to ensure employee wellbeing</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensure compliance with local regulations and international standards</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers for smooth plant operations</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Implement company policies, processes, and operational best practices</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Promote effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration within the workforce</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:15.0pt;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;text-align:justify;line-height:15.0pt;background-color:white;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:custom0d3fa6a5c681474abb644, serif;color:#2e2d2c">Experience</span></strong></p> <ul> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">8–15 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or processing operations</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Proven experience in managing plant-level operations independently</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience in production planning, inventory management, and procurement</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Demonstrated ability to manage large teams and drive operational excellence</span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify;line-height:15.0pt;margin:4.0pt 0.0cm 2.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#ff7000;font-weight:normal;font-style:italic"><strong style="color:#2e2d2c;font-weight:normal"><strong><span style="font-family:custom0d3fa6a5c681474abb644, serif;font-style:normal">Qualifications</span></strong></strong></h4> <ul> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field</span></li> </ul> <h4 style="text-align:justify;line-height:15.0pt;margin:4.0pt 0.0cm 2.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#ff7000;font-weight:normal;font-style:italic"><strong style="color:#2e2d2c;font-weight:normal"><strong><span style="font-family:custom0d3fa6a5c681474abb644, serif;font-style:normal">Skills & Competencies</span></strong></strong></h4> <ul> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong leadership and people management skills</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to manage diverse teams and drive performance</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Excellent operational planning and decision-making capabilities</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">High focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills</span></li> <li style="color:#2e2d2c;line-height:15.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Gilroy"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Effective communication and interpersonal skills</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><em><span style="font-size:8.0pt;color:#444444;background-color:white">Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></em></p> <p style="line-height:normal;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Gilroy;color:#2e2d2c;text-align:justify"><em><span style="font-size:8.0pt;color:#444444;background-color:white">Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.</span></em></p>