Chief Operating Officer (COO)

KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering Manufacturing Management
Reference: SW005403/AM

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Employer: Helderberg Personnel cc

A well-established food manufacturer situated in Port Shepstone (Kwazulu-Natal), is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO), to join their team. As the COO, you will report directly to the CEO and the board and play a critical role in overseeing the day-to-day administrative, commercial and operational functions of the business, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all aspects of administration, production, supply chain, and quality control to ensure smooth and efficient factory operations.
Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation to maximize profitability.
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and food manufacturing regulations.
Oversee the sales, marketing, and R&D teams to align operations with current market trends and customer needs and drive sales growth
Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs.
Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company’s vision and growth objectives.
Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team to achieve operational excellence and profitability.

Qualifications and Experience:

A Post graduate qualification in Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a senior operational role, preferably within the food or manufacturing industry.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams effectively.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Experience in a manufacturing environment with involvement in managing factory operations, production planning, and process optimization would be an added advantage
Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage with senior external and internal stakeholders.

What is on offer:

Competitive remuneration package
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment
Career growth prospects within a reputable and growing company

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About Helderberg Personnel cc

Based in Somerset West, Helderberg Personnel was established in 1998. The company initially started doing placements in the Helderberg Basin and over the years expanded nationally. Our background has proved to be invaluable in providing a high standard of recruitment, screening, evaluation and placement of candidates.

Our Value proposition:
The true value proposition of the Helderberg Personnel brand is our commitment to attending to our clients’ needs, culture and values and to ensure that, through comprehensive interviews with candidates, the overall match is determined to ensure a long term relationship. The identity of the client remains confidential at all times. We understand that our function is to ensure that the candidate must become a strategic partner to a business instead of a mere employee. Helderberg Personnel has achieved a steady growth over the last years and we have evolved into one of the leading agencies in the region. We have made placements cross functional, cross industry and up to senior management level.