Senior Commissary Manager

Job Purpose: The Senior Commissary Manager will oversee product preparations across several countries, ensuring efficient production, high-quality standards, and optimal resource management. Responsibilities: Operational Oversight: - Manage daily operations and delivery across all facilities - Ensure production schedules are met efficiently and safely - Assure product quality complies with standards Team Leadership: - Hire, train, and supervise staff across all facilities - Lead the production manager in each unit to comply with standards - Develop a diverse team of production staff across all locations - Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork and collaboration Quality Assurance & HSE: - Implement and maintain quality control measures and food safety protocols - Monitor compliance with food safety regulations and standards - Manage the team to conduct regular audits and inspections of all locations to ensure compliance with standards - Ensure OHSE compliance across all facilities Process Improvement: - Lead teams to analyze production processes, identify areas for improvement and implement best practices. - Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and reduce waste Budget and Cost Control - Develop and manage the facility’s budget. - Monitor expenses and optimize resource allocation for all facilities On Time Delivery: - Ensure each facility delivers products on time on daily basis Reporting and Analysis: - Maintain accurate records of production, quality control and safety audits - Prepare and present operational reports to upper management on performance metrics - Utilize data analysis to make informed decisions and drive improvements Crisis Management: - Develop and implement contingency plans for emergencies or production disruptions. Experience: - University degree in mechanical engineering, food technology, process engineering, operation management, or similar - Mandatory minimum 10+ years experience in food production; preferability with poultry production; at least 5 years in a managerial role. - Proficiency in quality control, managing budget, and production costing - Advantage with GFSI or related lead auditor experience - Starting up of new facilities and factory experience Skills: - Strong leadership & management skills - Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities - Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills toward managing the team and stakeholders from other departments - Strong planning and organizing skills - Able to work under pressure - Availability to work extended hours to meet deadlines, when necessary - Competence with computer-based administration, record-keeping, and procurement system, such as Oracle - Language Skills: Arabic preferred