Head of Operations Company: Don Quester Consulting

An experienced and results-oriented Head of Operations is needed to provide strategic leadership across its manufacturing operations. The role will oversee key functions including production, supply chain, quality, engineering and maintenance, warehousing, logistics, facilities, and health, safety and environment (HSE).

Location: Enugu
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing
Salary: ₦400,000 – ₦500,000 per month

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate manufacturing operations across Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Warehousing, Logistics, HSE, and Facilities.
• Drive production planning, inventory management, procurement coordination, and the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Improve productivity, optimize asset utilization, reduce waste, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage operational budgets and identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
• Ensure equipment reliability, facility availability, and compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Establish and monitor operational KPIs, dashboards, and performance management systems.
• Lead regular daily, weekly, and monthly operational reviews to improve accountability and decision-making.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Procurement, HR, and other functions to ensure effective execution of operational plans.
• Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams while promoting accountability, collaboration, innovation, safety, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in manufacturing, including at least 5 years in a senior operations leadership position.
• Proven experience managing multi-functional manufacturing operations.
• Experience in FMCG, chemical, industrial, or related manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, inventory management, and supply chain management.
• Experience with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, budgeting, and cost optimization.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Odoo or SAP and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Strong leadership, people management, stakeholder management, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• MBA or Master’s Degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, PMP, APICS/CSCP, NEBOSH, or related certifications are desirable.

Key Skills

• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Production Planning & Inventory Management
• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Supply Chain Management
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
• Budgeting & Cost Optimization
• Performance Management & Operational Analytics
• ERP Systems and Power BI
• Leadership & People Management
• Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication and Problem-Solving

Salary

₦400,000 – ₦500,000 per month

Application Closing Date

29th August 2026

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should send their CV using “Head of Operations” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.