About the RoleWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Plant Manager to assume full ownership of our site in San Pedro, in Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast). This is a key role with end-to-end accountability for all day-to-day activities of the site in order to meet short-, medium- and long-term goals, including Safety, Quality, Financials, Performance, Sustainability and Customer requirements. The Plant Manager is key in ensuring that production targets are met and that the facility operates efficiently, safely and in compliance with all relevant regulations. The position reports to the Regional CSD Director while partnering with the local Managing Director.Key Responsibilities include:Monitor and improve safety, food safety and environmental performanceLead, direct, and control the day-to-day activities of the factory to achieve the quality, operational and financial objectives on short and medium-term in line with the overall Corporate Business planEnsure the safety of all employees, be familiar with and implement all relevant regulations related to safety, food safety, environmental protection and ensure the plant complies at all times.Set, and monitor the performance of the Plant against standards and targets in areas such as manufacturing and administration efficiency, cost control legal compliance, and human resource managementLead, direct, evaluate, and develop a team of Functional and Operational Managers or other professionals to ensure that the plant meets its established targets and standardsResponsible for activities such as Manufacturing, Safety, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance Controlling, IT and administrationEstablish operating budgets; monitor the cost and effectiveness of production activities to optimize resources, prioritize spending, and achieve volume, quality, and manufacturing standardsDevelop and drive the implementation of a variety of operating Policies and Procedures to ensure that the plant meets it current and future Operation targets, Safety and Quality standardsIdentifying and implementing process improvements, lean manufacturing initiatives, and new technologies to increase efficiency and reduce wasteManage the infrastructure of the factory and ensure the factory remains under hygienic conditionsMaintenance and equipment management: Overseeing the maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery to minimize downtime and ensure smooth production processesMonitoring and managing raw materials, finished goods, and supplies to maintain appropriate inventory levels and prevent stock outs or overstockingAbout YouMinimum 5 years leadership experience in a plant and / or manufacturing roleStrong technical background supporting continuous improvement work environmentProven business and people management skills, servant leadership mindsetExperience in Leading operational teams and Unions/Works Council contextPractical Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma and TPMExperience in Project Management through application of innovation/engineering projectsResults orientedStrong Interpersonal and communication skillsKnowledge of latest quality and safety laws / regulationsEngaging Leader with high integrity and excellent motivational leadership skillsChange Management skills seeking Continuous improvement through lean principles and people capabilities developmentStrong business acumen with experience in Manufacturing and Supply chain processesIndependent thinker and ability to work in a highly complex and remote environmentFluency in French and EnglishAt Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information .Were you missing anything in this job ad? Please share your feedback with us by clicking .
