Assistant to the Group Head of Manufacturing & Technical

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Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Group Head of Manufacturing & Technical in implementing the Group’s technical and operational strategy across all manufacturing entities.
• Support the monitoring of operational KPIs for different entities, including production efficiency, productivity, waste reduction, quality performance, downtime, cost control, and overall factory performance.
• Collect, review, and consolidate KPI reports from various manufacturing sites and highlight areas requiring attention or improvement.
• Follow up with plant managers and technical teams on agreed action plans, timelines, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist in identifying operational gaps, technical issues, and process inefficiencies across different production facilities.
• Support the implementation and standardization of SOPs, manufacturing processes, and best practices across the Group’s operations.
• Assist in monitoring quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry expectations.
• Support technical evaluations related to machinery, production equipment, maintenance requirements, and operational suitability.
• Coordinate with the Group Technical Center on product development, technical support, manufacturing innovation, and troubleshooting matters.
• Prepare reports, presentations, analysis, and updates for the Group Head, CEO, and senior management as required.
• Assist in tracking factory performance, production planning, efficiency improvement projects, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Support the coordination of technical visits, factory assessments, audits, and follow-up actions across the Group’s entities.
• Work closely with local plant teams to ensure timely reporting, proper data accuracy, and alignment with Group expectations.
• Assist in identifying operational risks and support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Operations, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably within the tobacco industry.
• Experience supporting or managing production KPIs, factory performance reports, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Good technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, production efficiency, quality control, and maintenance coordination.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review operational data and identify performance gaps.
• Strong reporting, communication, and presentation skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and KPI reporting tools.
• Fluency in English is required; French is an advantage.
• Ability to travel across Africa and work in a fast-paced, multi-country environment.

Remuneration Package

• **AED 25,000 per month**
• , negotiable depending on experience
• Medical insurance
• Annual round-trip air ticket to the employee’s home country, as per company policy