Production Manager at Michael Page

Production Manager Job Description

Reporting to the Regional Industry Manager & Production Manager, you are responsible for carrying out the below duties:

• Managing end-to-end logistics operations , including transportation, warehousing, and export documentation
• Coordinator with suppliers, farmers, and transporters to ensure timely delivery of coffee
• Optimize logistics processes to reduce costs, while maintaining quality standards
• Ensure compliance with local and international trade regulations
• Monitoring inventory levels and managing stock movements within Uganda
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies and shipping partners

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 7 years of proven experience as a Production Manager, preferably in agricultural commodities such as coffee, oil seeds within Kenya is mandatory
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Manager or a related field
• Excellent understanding of asset management principles, specifically handling the movement of coffee commodities
• Familiarity with customs and export documentations in Kenya
• Previous working experience with SAP is an asset or similar ERP inventory software
• Excellent fluency in English & Swahili is preferred