Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

Plan, Co-ordinate, Facilitate and Manage the business activities of the airline catering production unit in Cape Town. Support the commercial growth and diversification (non-airline business) strategy in line with company objectives to deliver sustainable profitability.

Operational Requirement

Ensure that production output for the facility is achieved as planned within the shortest possible lead time as to quality specifications and customer requirements

Ensure proper allocation of job assignments as to scheduling, resource availability, cycle time and customer/ airline requirements

Ensure that production data is accurately recorded

Ensure that the logistics function is optimise, on time performance and optimal service levels are achieved according to customer/ industry standards

Oversee the buying function and ensure all resources i.e., raw materials etc. are in place to meet production schedules

Ensure proper stock management ,control systems and procedures aligned and cost effective

Supervise the implementation of Quality Assurance requirements, and ensure adherence to all legislative requirements to ensure compliance and minimise business risks.

Oversee the maintenance function of equipment, fleet and building to ensure continuous production and service delivery

Continuously liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a adherence to service level agreements and client satisfaction

Implement stock control systems and procedures to ensure stock management are cost effective and aligned with costing principles of the company

Continuously monitor wastage to reduce cost of sales and maximise profitability according to company objectives.

Assist in developing the growth strategy in conjunction with the commercial department, including charters and other business opportunities in the market, to increase revenue and profitability.

Compile monthly and quarterly reports as required

Pro-actively address and communicate any challenges that may affect business operations/performance.

Financial

Analyse the regions financial needs in order to integrate financial requirements to ensure effective budgeting according to the Coastal regions objectives.

Facilitate and evaluate proposals for the region to ensure validity and adherence to agreed financial objectives

Control expenditure according to budget and report deviations according to financial procedures.

Manages the commercial value-add of the discipline-related programs and projects

Continuously analyse the regions financial information to determine viability and profitability according to agreed objectives

People Management

Manage resource allocations to ensure effective staffing levels and utilisation according to organisational needs

Manages subordinates' key performance areas by setting, agreeing and monitoring adherence to performance targets/objectives.

Take appropriate ER action to correct non-performance to ensure the attainment of set objectives.

Prepares career development plans, appraises progress and provides training and coaching to develop subordinates to their full potential.

Assist with the talent management of key skills in the region to ensure the development and advancement of employees identified as talent.

SHEQ

Ensure the effective implementation and monitoring of SHEQ and HACCP related programs in the region.

Stakeholder Engagement

Manage external service providers and clients by negotiating and co-ordinating the implementation of projects and service level agreements.

Represent Air Chefs ate various forums in the regions to communicate Air Chefs objectives to influence decision-making and opinion in favour of the organisation.

Education Level: (minimum)

Relevant 3-years degree or similar qualification

Skill and Experience:

5 years experience in managing diversified production business units, airline catering an advantage

Computer literacy

Interpersonal Skill

Strong written and oral skill

SHEQ regulations and legislative requirements

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