JOB SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Director will oversee the daily operations in the areas of supply and production. The primary objective is to improve efficiency and effectiveness of cross departmental collaboration, execute business activities as assigned by the MD, set operational policies, inform the MD of the company’s operational performance on a regular basis, communicate business goals to employees and manage employees. The employee will be responsible for ensuring individual departments are effective in achieving their goals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning and Execution

Work closely with the senior management and the executive team to establish the company’s strategic goals and develop long-term plans to achieve them
Identify opportunities for optimization, and make informed decisions regarding resource allocation
Have a deep understanding of the business landscape and be able to align operational activities with the overall strategic direction of the company
Collaborate with the Agricultural Produce sourcing team to optimize sourcing, maximize volumes sourced, build and maintain long-term sustainable relationships with our smallholder farmer base, and implement strategies to mitigate long-term supply risk
Establish with the Factory Manager a manufacturing plan and policy guidelines to drive the performance of key result areas on production activities and continuous implementation monitoring
Develop and implement efficient logistics strategies.

Operational Management and Oversight

Develop, implement, and monitor day-to-day operational systems and processes to provide visibility into the goals, progress, and obstacles of key initiatives
Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks
Monitoring processes, implementing and enforcing policies and procedures, and troubleshooting any operational issues that may arise
Enhance and maintain operational systems, processes, and best practices for improved efficiency and performance which will drive the overall success of the company
Oversee the production of monthly reports outlining progress and milestones realized within the Production and Supply
Monitor the facility’s equipment needs and ensures that the technical team is working to keep the company’s equipment and physical facility properly maintained
Ensures that quality standards are understood and meet acceptable limits in the manufacturing and distribution process. Assure that policies and documentation are current and facility is compliant with customer audit requirements.
Sourcing and farmer engagement and support activities;
Ensure the procurement of Agricultural Produce from approximately 4,000 farmers is optimized, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing
Manage the field team responsible for farmer engagement and agronomic support activities
Supervise the field team handling farmer and field certification activities
Coordinate the field team responsible for quality checks at the field level
Ensure compliance with organic and fair for life certification standards

Forecasting and Budgets

Support the execution of raw material procurement processes and coordinate material and resources allocation outside of Agricultural Produce as appropriate
Support the CFO in the development and reporting against budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation effectively
Review financial information and propose adjustments to operational budgets to promote profitability
Oversee the cost-effective management of supply, production and logistics in consistence with budgeted levels of costs

Compliance and Risk Management

Ensure compliance with industry regulations and environmental standards
Adhere to the company’s policies and standards, and ensure that laws and regulations are being followed
Work closely with Human Resources to lead the team with integrity and to establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment
Identify and mitigate operational risks to ensure business continuity
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and best practices

Team Leadership and Development

Lead, motivate, and support the team within a time-sensitive and demanding environment
Guide, mentor and support staff while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the team, promote professional growth and development, and identify and address any performance issues
Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department leaders that encourages top performance and employee retention
Coordinate with other department heads to ensure collaboration across all parts of the organization
Support the Head of HR in developing and nurturing a dynamic and competent workforce through a robust performance driven culture
Promotes cross training to optimize workforce, ensures functional coverage, reduce labor costs, and supports succession planning

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in supply chain management, with a focus on procurement and production in a busy food processing company.
Proven experience as a Chief Buyer, preferably with experience sourcing produce directly from farmers.
Strong background in production planning, quality assurance, logistics, and maintenance management.
Knowledge of sustainability practices in supply chains is an added advantage.