Production Manager Job in Kenya - Multinational Research-Based Pharmaceutical Company

Job Summary: Our client is a leading multinational research-based pharmaceutical company devoted to discovering and developing new and innovative medicines, vaccines and health care products.

Reporting to the General Manager-African Nutrition Ventures, the

 Production Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and control of the manufacturing processes for the new range of products.  

He/she will ensure production plan is fully achieved on time and in compliance with legal requirements; meeting safety, quality, hygiene, cost and environment need.

Key Responsibilities

Develops a manufacturing strategy that delivers low cost, quality, nutritious products for the poor.Determines how the manufacturing model will deliver shared value to growers/farmers.Works closely with R&D to design the appropriate manufacturing processes for the products to be developed.Undertakes an assessment of all the factories within and outside EA to determine if they can deliver on the set objectives.Responsible for the assessment, selection and management of third party local food manufacturers. Ensures the implementation of quality-control programmes, monitoring of product standards and adherence to health and safety guidelines by third party manufacturers.Oversees related production processes i.e. planning and organizing production schedules, re-negotiating timescales or schedules as necessary.Determines the required project resources and works closely with GMS Finance to determine the overall production budget and cost of goods.Builds strategic relationships with suppliers to maintain high levels of service and performance. Responsible for negotiating prices and terms with suppliers. Effectively manage stocks to ensure consistency of supply whilst managing working capital.   

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or manufacturing related field. At least 5 years experience in food manufacturing at mid-management level. Experience working with third party/ toll manufacturers and managing these to meet objectives. Strong sourcing & negotiation skillsDemonstrate previous results with managing upstream supply chain costs aggressively.Knowledge of cereal/grain-derived products’ manufacturing processes is an added advantage.Well versed with import & customs rules and processesStrong strategy formulation skills Budget planning and costingSend your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Thursday 24th October, 2013.
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

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