PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

An opportunity exists for interested and qualified candidates to apply for the mentioned position at Namib Mills (Pty) Ltd in Windhoek.

KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with formulation of functional strategic plan, business plan, operating plan and managing Bakery performance.
  • Maximize production potential & operationalefficiency of bakery through implementationof cost-effective production processes.
  • Prepare regular functional performance-monitoring reports for the bakery.
  • Managing performance of direct subordinates and ensuring performance management systems are systematically deployed.
  • Contributing to continuous performance improvement and change management initiatives.
  • Facilitating technical skills/capacity development of personnel.
  • In collaboration with Sales/Marketing/R&D assist with effective development of new products target market based on optimal capacity solutions.
  • Monitor and report on availability of input materials (incl. packaging) through cost effective management of raw materials inventories and liaison with suppliers.
  • Overseeing/manage inventory by ordering and rotating ingredients such as flour, sugar, fat and premix.
  • Ensure bakery staff comply with customer service and Food Safety policies.
  • Effectively addressing all risk and quality management issues in the bakery.
  • Accountability for compliance with organizational and statutory health, quality and safety policies and procedures.
  • Responsibility for the preservation/proper maintenance of baking equipment and related buildings.
  • Accountability for compliance to responsibilities and duties towards the implementation / management and adherence to Environmental Management Plan for premises.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Position requires a minimum of 6 years post qualification experience in a similar position.
  • Diploma/Advanced Certificate in Production Management and Processes.
  • Specialised training in Plant Bakery or confectionary practices.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Knowledge of best practices
  • People Management skills
  • Achievement orientation
  • Leadership skills

CVs with relevant supporting documents can be forwarded to hr1@namibmills.com.na (not larger than 2MB).

Email: hr1@namibmills.com.na

 

Subject line for applications should be: NMOPSBB200422 – PLANT BAKERY MANAGER

Only applications with this subject line will be considered.

Namib Mills is an equal opportunity employer. The Company offers in return; a competitive salary and a range of employee benefits which are market related.

 

Closing Date: 04 May 2022