Plant Manager

Date: 12 Aug 2025

Country: Nigeria

Function: MATS

Sub-Function: Plant Operations

Olam Agri ~ A differentiated, and market leading global agri-business focused on high-growth end consumption markets.
Our food, feed, fibre, agri-industrials & ag-services capabilities span 30+ countries, and we participate in global food and agri-trade flows, working with farmers and customers to connect local origins and global destinations. With a global origination footprint and processing capabilities, we transform food, feed and fibre to create value for customers and enable farming communities to prosper sustainably, to meet the changing consumption, food security and sustainability needs shaping the global food and agricultural landscape.

Job Description

This role manages the day-to-day activities of the plant, handling all functions including production, processing, bulk raw material and finished product storage, quality, engineering, projects, and QEHS (Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety). The ideal candidate must have specific knowledge of Food Safety Management systems (HACCP/FSSC/BRC), ISO 14000, and the management of industrial relations.

Strategic Effectiveness

Produce and Deliver Products: Manage all production activities and services. Review daily shop floor operations for adherence to quality systems and norms. Lead and support in process/system-related issues. Support the preventive maintenance schedule for all plant and machinery and related engineering activities.
Optimize Production Costs: Consolidate and analyse variances to identify root causes and plan corrective actions. Manage line OEEs, wastage, and conversion costs through effective monitoring, review, and control.
QEHS: Lead QEHS initiatives and work with the Central Quality Head to achieve departmental goals. Commission sustainable systems to support improvements.
Engineering & Projects: Implement best practices in plant maintenance to improve OEE. Manage maintenance and repair costs within budget. Ensure projects are delivered within the defined scope, cost, and time.
Reviews & Reporting: Understand the Olam data and reporting structure in SAP and ensure all relevant departments are capturing and reporting data correctly. Lead the periodic reconciliation of raw materials (RM) and finished goods (FG) and conduct a structured variance analysis to report any gains or losses. Take the lead in establishing and sustaining regular plant performance reviews, team reviews, and feedback sessions to improve plant performance and team capabilities.
Cost Efficiency Programs: Lead cost efficiency and continual improvement programs. Identify opportunities, establish baselines, and execute projects among cross-functional teams.
Manage Industrial Relations & Stakeholders: Actively participate in and lead industrial relations discussions. Negotiate with various unions, ensure industrial discipline is maintained, and increase labour productivity on a regular basis.
Budget and Budgetary Control: Effectively create and implement budgets for labour, energy, materials, maintenance, and other plant overheads.

Requirements

A candidate with extensive exposure to plant management and project activities, and a strong background in team management.
Minimum 15-20 years of work experience in a leading FMCG company, with 4-5 years of solvent extraction plant management experience.
An engineering degree from a reputable college.

Olam 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.