Operation Head

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Develop and implement the factory's operational strategy aligned with Ecovista Industries' corporate goals.
• Set annual production, cost, quality, and sustainability targets in collaboration with the executive team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and champion lean manufacturing principles.

2. Production & Manufacturing Management

• Oversee all production activities to ensure timely delivery, quality output, and efficient resource utilization.
• Monitor KPIs, production schedules, and capacity planning to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve production bottlenecks and operational challenges.

3. Supply Chain & Procurement

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations including sourcing, vendor management, logistics, and inventory control.
• Develop strategic supplier relationships to ensure continuity of materials and cost efficiency.
• Optimize procurement processes to support sustainable and local sourcing objectives.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all products meet defined quality standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.
• Maintain compliance with Nigerian industrial regulations, environmental laws, and international standards.
• Implement robust quality management systems and lead root cause analysis for non-conformances.

5. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Champion a zero-harm safety culture across the factory floor and all operational areas.
• Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations and conduct regular audits.
• Drive eco-efficiency programs consistent with Ecovista's sustainability mandate.

6. Financial Management

• Own the factory's P&L, operating budget, and CAPEX plans; deliver results within approved budgets.
• Identify and implement cost reduction and productivity improvement opportunities.
• Provide accurate financial reporting and operational forecasts to the executive leadership team.

7. People & Organizational Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of department heads and factory staff.
• Partner with HR to drive talent acquisition, succession planning, and workforce development.
• Foster an inclusive, performance-driven organizational culture grounded in Ecovista's values.

8. Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulators, and local communities.
• Represent Ecovista Industries in industry forums, trade associations, and community initiatives.
• Ensure the factory operates as a responsible corporate citizen with positive community impact.