National Bakeries Manager

<p><strong>The incumbent&rsquo;s duties include, among others:</strong></p> <ul> <li> Researches and identifies product range, recipes, and ingredients and liaising with Supply Chain on raw materials</li> <li>Develops the Annual Implmentation Plan for OKZL Bakeries to achieve agreed Strategic targets for growth, revenue and profitability</li> <li>Develops and updates sales revenue, volumes, and gross profit targets for each bakery across the Country</li> <li>Monitors the budget(s) monthly, identifies variances and discrepancies, takes appropriate action, and updates the Operations Director.</li> <li>Reviews and analyses performance of existing products and decides whether to expand or delist products based on the findings.</li> <li>Defines ingredients and packages for submission to Category Buyer in Supply Chain.</li> <li>Monitors adherence to Merchandising Standards as laid down in the planogram(s).</li> <li>Develops the Bakeries Training Calendar and liaising with Human Resources regarding training needs (such as target group, type of training) and costs.</li> <li>Decides product range to be produced in Branches, the nature and type of recipes to be used.</li> </ul> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS </strong></p> <ul> <li>Degree in Food Science, Food Technology or equivalent or equivalent. An MBA would be an added advantage.</li> <li>2 to 4 years of experience in a similar or related environment. </li> <li> Strong planning and organizational skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss, and explain issues coherently and logically, both in writing and verbally.</li> </ul>