General Manager - FMCG

Description : Job Reference: 1595453 General Manager - FMCG Location: Nigeria Salary: ?70000 - ?80000 per annum Job Type: Permanent Industry: FMCG Our client is one of Pepsi Cola's largest bottlers in sub-Sahara Africa with over 5, 000 employees and (16) manufacturing plants located in Nigeria, Tanzania and Ghana. The company began its operations in the early 1960's in Nigeria and since then has developed and expanded its operations into other African countries. In Nigeria its biggest operation where they currently operate (9) manufacturing plants, they are looking for a General Manager to join up with their existing senior management team in country. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be responsible and accountable for all line and staff activities with your area/region which are required for effective manufacturing, sales and distribution of company products. To produce an Annual business plan for your area and after approval ensure effective implementation. Make sure that the key performance indicators as budgeted are maintained or approved upon. Provide the strategic leadership, team spirit and the drive to ensure achievement of company objectives across all reporting activities. Specific duties & responsibilities include sales, producing an area sales & marketing plan in line with corporate objectives. Manufacturing, produce an annual manufacturing plan and policy guideline, and plans and guidelines for the following fleet maintenance, engineering services, quality assurance and general administration. Education, a degree in either business studies or a technical discipline. An MBA would be an advantage. Ideally you would have experience in large company or conglomerate, preferably in a FMCG industry, latterly in a senior management position. You will have a strong character with demonstrated marketing, selling, financial and technical or manufacturing experience in senior management grades. The position would suit someone who is working or has previously worked in Africa or with experience outside your country of origin. Skills & attributes, Sales & Marketing management, manufacturing operations management and financial training and awareness. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Strong planning and analytical skills and strong organizational and management skills. Hays International is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website Contact Name: Mike Lloyd

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