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Job Title:  Regional Team Leader

Organisation: Ibero Uganda Limited

Duty Station: Luweero, Uganda

Reports to: FSU Manager

About Organisation:

Ibero Uganda Limited (Ibero) is a company of the Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG) and one of the leading exporters of high-quality coffee, with warehouses and processing facilities in Kampala and out-stations in all coffee-growing regions of Uganda. Ibero Uganda has been working towards better integration in the local market and has become a professional, long-term, and trusted business partner towards its suppliers and customers. Our commitment to developing the Ugandan coffee industry is unwavering, and we are proud of our positive contribution to the industry.

Job Summary:   We are looking for a Regional Team Leader (f/m/d). The position will be based in Luweero and reports directly to FSU Manager.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to achieve targets and goals.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Oversee the end-to-end coffee production process, ensuring efficient operations.
• Monitor and manage resources, budgets, and timelines to optimize productivity and achieve quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including farmers, suppliers, processors, and distributors, to ensure seamless operations and build strong relationships.
• Represent Ibero Uganda Limited in meetings, forums, and events to enhance collaboration and promote the coffee sector.
• Develop and implement quality control measures to maintain high standards of coffee quality throughout the production process.
• Ensure compliance with coffee regulations, environmental standards, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, demand patterns, and consumer preferences within the coffee sector.
• Develop strategies to capitalize on market opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.
• Coordinate training programs and workshops for coffee sector team members to enhance their skills and knowledge, ensuring continuous professional development.
• Provide technical guidance on best practices in coffee cultivation, processing, and market positioning.
• Develop and manage budgets, financial forecasts, and expenditures for the region’s operations.
• Monitor financial performance and take appropriate actions to achieve financial targets.
• Prepare and present regular reports on the regional performance, key achievements, challenges, and action plans to senior management.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to coffee production in the region, quality control, and market trends.
• Any other official duties as required by the immediate Supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  *

• Bachelor’s Degree: Preferably in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the coffee industry, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven experience in coffee processing, quality control, and production management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Experience in developing and executing work plans and schedules.
• Basic understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial management.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and build strong relationships with farmers and suppliers.
• Passionate about coffee and committed to quality.
• Self-motivated and results-oriented.
• Willingness to travel to various locations, including coffee farms and processing facilities.

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join the Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG) should apply online at the link below.

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