Assistant Processing Manager

Date: 25 May 2026

Country: Nigeria

Function: MATS

Sub-Function: Plant Operations

Olam Agri is a market-leading, differentiated food, feed and fibre agri-business with a global origination footprint, processing capabilities and deep understanding of market needs built over 37 years. With a strong presence in high-growth emerging markets and products across grains & oilseeds, wheat milling & pasta, rice, edible oils, animal feed & protein, cotton, wood products, rubber, sugar & biofuel, freight management and risk management solutions. We are at the heart of global food and agri-trade flows, providing affordable food staples and processed agricultural products that are daily necessities and living essentials for people around the world. Driven by our Purpose to transform food, feed and fibre for a more sustainable and food secure future, we aim to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably. Olam Agri is majority 80.01% owned by the Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC).

Job Description

An Assistant Processing Manager in Olam Agri is responsible for managing an efficient and safe processing site that produces finished products meeting customer requirements at optimal cost and maximum financial benefit.

The role focuses on driving operational efficiency, ensuring product quality and consistency, maintaining plant performance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent is also responsible for managing production teams, overseeing inventory, ensuring adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards, and collaborating across functions to deliver business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure quality and consistency of finished products
Monitor and improve mill performance
Drive continuous operational improvement initiatives
Manage raw materials, intermediate, and finished goods inventory effectively
Control costs, including labour, energy, and maintenance
Maintain site hygiene and overall site condition
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards
Lead, manage, and motivate the production team

Job Requirements

Experience

5–6 years of relevant work experience, preferably in handling multiple milling lines
Experience in managing production operations within a structured industrial environment
Strong exposure to cost control, plant operations, and process optimisation

Qualifications

B.Tech / B.E. from a reputed institute

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and team management abilities
Good understanding of production processes and plant operations
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence

Olam Agri is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants are requested to complete all required steps in the application process including providing a resume/CV in order to be considered for open roles.