About the Job
The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the company across our automotive and pharmaceutical divisions. You will play a critical role in optimizing our supply chain, overseeing the Bajaj assembly process, managing warehouse logistics, and ensuring strict compliance with import regulations. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience in logistics, manufacturing, or the pharmaceutical sector.
About You
Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Supply Chain:
Oversee the end-to-end import process for vehicles and medicines, ensuring timely customs clearance and delivery.
Manage relationships with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
Optimize warehouse operations, inventory control, and distribution logistics.
Vehicle Assembly & Sales Support:
Supervise the Bajaj assembly unit to ensure production targets and quality standards are met.
Coordinate with the sales team to ensure vehicle availability and smooth delivery to clients.
Ensure maintenance of machinery and equipment used in the assembly line.
Pharmaceutical Operations:
Ensure all medicine imports comply with the strict regulations of the Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority (EFDA).
Maintain high standards of storage (cold chain, humidity control) for pharmaceutical products.
Coordinate with health officials and regulatory bodies as necessary.
General Management:
Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency.
Lead, mentor, and evaluate operational staff across different departments.
Prepare regular reports on operational performance for senior management.
Manage operational budgets and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Qualifications & Skills
Education
BA/BSc degree in Business Administration, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in operations management. Experience in the automotive and pharmaceutical import sector is highly preferred.
Regulatory Knowledge:
Familiarity with customs clearance procedures and EFDA regulations is a strong advantage.
Leadership:
Proven ability to manage diverse teams and multi-task across different business units.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MS Office and inventory management software.
Soft Skills:
Excellent problem-solving skills, strong negotiation abilities, and attention to detail.
Language:
Fluency in Amharic and English (written and spoken).
Requirement Skill
Operational Alignment
Manufacturing Operations
- Pharmaceutical sales and business development.