Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

A well-established, proudly South African prominent FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) manufacturer specialising in houseware and hardware is currently recruiting a COO to drive strategic leadership in Manufacturing, Distribution, Logistics, Procurement, Quality, and Security divisions in order to optimize operational efficiency, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and foster sustained profitability in pursuit of operational excellence and business success.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies to support business and departmental planning.
• Manage day-to-day operations - (Overall Equipment Efficiency) OEE and buffer levels, data analysis for smart equipment use, assessments, operational risks, asset care management and equipment replacements.
• Financial management - budgets, variance and expense reporting, funding proposals, and cost-saving initiatives. <...