Head of Manufacturing at Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc

Reckitt Benckiser is the world's leading consumer health and hygiene company. Every day, across 60 countries, we work with the best people to challenge conventional thinking and strive to find even better ways to give people innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes.

We trust people in what they do and we give full accountability and autonomy to make things happen. That’s how we generate the game-changing ideas that built 19 iconic Powerbrands around the world, such as Nurofen, Strepsils, Mucinex, Dettol, Lysol, Finish and Vanish.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: ​Head of Manufacturing

Location:  Lagos Island, Lagos

About the role

• Step into the position of Head of Manufacturing - Nigeria at Reckitt and lead our manufacturing operations into a future defined by excellence and innovation. Responsible for the manufacturing and maintenance operations of the site, assuring attainment of financial objectives and production schedules.
• Maximizing the capabilities of site assets to deliver a diverse product range, on time and in full and delivering high quality products in compliance with group manufacturing & safety standards

Your responsibilities

• Establish policy, organizational structure, staff and procedures in the area of responsibility.
• Provide overall direction, vision, leadership, and cross-function coordination of supply activities and processes for Manufacturing site and 3rd party manufacturers.
• Represent Supply in the management committee of Reckitt Nigeria to ensure supply alignment with company goals and strategies and to manage cooperative relationships across business functions.
• Lead continuous improvement and best practice initiatives.
• Lead engineering department as it relates to supply chain systems and processes.
• Establish and monitor department goals and objectives in line with company objectives.
• Deliver capital expenditure on time & in budget. Manages spending against budget in relation to changes in production volume.
• Ensure the implementation of the company EHS policies.
• Dotted line management of all support function of procurement, Quality, R&D and packaging in Nigeria
• Ensure compliance with all organization and regulatory policies, standards, and practices.
• Monitor the work performance of team members and make personal development plans to improve their competency.
• Builds & maintain continuous improvement culture within the site. Ensures global standards and compliance are managed through effective planning and implementation of site wide strategy. (Site Master Plan)
• Drive cost delivery, inventory and service levels in line with set targets and implement remedial actions when necessary
• Ensure strict adherence with Quality Management System(s).
• Ensure compliance & contribute to upkeep and improvement of Health, Safety & Environmental corporate policy/procedures & applicable legal requirements.

The experience we're looking for

• A university degree in Engineering, Operations management, etc.  A degree in Business Administration would be advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years’  broad-based supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment to include:
• • Production & inventory control
  • Purchasing
  • Distribution / Shipping / 3PL to multiple customer and company sites
  • Significant  experience implementing and/or upgrading MRP/DRP/SAP/ERP systems
  • Multiple plant experience in a make to stock environment
• An understanding of business beyond core functional expertise required.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to influence and drive complex situations and project to the desired outcome.
• Capability to work across all functions and levels of management.
• Able to work autonomously in a matrix-managed organization.
• A track record of fostering outstanding teams and boosting performance through empowerment and development.
• Creative problem-solving skills coupled with a results-oriented mindset and a strong ethical compass.

The skills for success:

• Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business accumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Advanced Analytics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Management.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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