Production & Operations Planning Manager - Immediate Start Required

PLEASE READ THE FULL JD BEFORE APPLYING. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE DISQUALIFIED. About the Opportunity Our client is a well-established manufacturing organisation operating within the construction chemicals sector. They are seeking a highly analytical and operationally driven Production & Operations Planning Manager to oversee factory-wide planning, production scheduling, capacity optimisation, and quality systems within a manufacturing environment. This is a senior management role that requires strong, data-driven leadership. Location: Abuja, Nigeria On-site role. Must be willing to undergo a mandatory psychometric assessment as part of the process. Application Process & Qualifying Questions All applicants must answer the following within their covering letter/note: 1. How many years of production planning experience do you have in a factory environment? Have you worked in construction chemicals or a similar industrial manufacturing environment? Please specify. Have you led quality management systems (Lean/Sigma/HACCP)? Explain briefly. What are your salary expectations in Naira, and what is your notice period? Are you willing to relocate to Abuja if selected? Key Responsibilities Develop master production schedules Drive KPI monitoring and efficiency improvement Manage raw materials, finished goods yield & inventory planning Lead HSE planning & compliance Oversee logistics and journey management Implement quality management systems Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable) Minimum 10 years of experience in production & operations within manufacturing Strong experience managing factory-wide planning & supply chain coordination Degree in Engineering / Production Management / Chemistry or related Experience implementing quality systems (Lean, Sigma, HACCP preferred) Immediate availability or short notice Willing to complete a psychometric assessment On Offer Competitive pay Growth Opportunity Benefits