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Job Title:     Assistant General Manager

Organisation:  PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

Duty Station:  Jinja, Uganda

About US:

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) supports organisations and individuals create the value they’re looking for. We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with more than 236,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. Our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. Our in-depth knowledge and understanding of operating environments in Uganda and the region enables us to put ourselves in our clients’ shoes and offer truly tailored Tax, Assurance and Advisory solutions to unique business challenges.

On behalf of our client, a leading commercial-Agriculture and manufacturing entity, we are looking for a qualified and experienced Assistant General Manager to work in Jinja, Uganda.

Job Summary:  Reporting to the General Manager, the Assistant General Manager will be a member of the company’s Senior Management Team (SMT), and will assist the General Manager in running the day-to-day functioning of the Education, Administration, Safety Health and Environment, ISO-Certification, Stores, fleet and Hospital functions. He/she will design policies, and budgets that promote the company’s vision and mission.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the General Manager in planning, coordinating, and managing the overall operations of the sugar factory in coordination with heads of the department.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization within the factory operations with the help of HODS.
• Implement best practices and innovative techniques to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Oversee inventory control activities, including stock levels, procurement, storage, and logistics.
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials and minimize inventory waste.
• Assist in the development and management of the operational budget. Monitor expenses, analyze variances, and implement cost-saving measures without compromising product quality.
• Review and summarise various reports received at the General Manager’s office periodically.
• Coordinate with Heads of the departments on behalf of General Manager for various tasks completions.
• Represent the General Manager in various forums i.e. internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, government agencies, and industry associations.
• Maintain effective communication channels to address concerns, resolve issues, and build relationships with trade, corporate social responsibility forums, and other government and stakeholder engagements.
• Collaborate with other HODs/senior management members to formulate and implement the company strategy.
• Evaluate overall performance by analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data and metrics.
• Prepare regular reports on production, quality, and operational performance. Analyse data, identify trends and provide insights to the General Manager for informed decision-making.
• Manage relationships with partners/Stakeholders and act as the first point of contact for different stakeholders from time to time.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, risk assessment and building processes based on the company’s business goals.
• Measure the efficiency of systems and procedures, tracking business results, and monitoring production key performance indicators.
• Communicate the vision and mission of the company across all levels.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration or relevant field.
• A Master’s Degree or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• 15-20 years of experience in a manufacturing environment at senior role or a similar role in a related industry is a plus.
• Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development.
• Experience in governance and stakeholder management is added an advantage.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics.

How to Apply:

All interested and qualified persons should submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting how their experience is relevant to the Duties and Responsibilities described above to ug_hrs@pwc.com The CV must include 3 referees including their e-mail address and telephone number.

Deadline: 11^th September 2023

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