Purpose of the Job:

To ensure the efficient, profitable, and safe production and delivery of high-quality hollow block and meet customer demands by leading the development and implementation of strategies that align with the company’s overall business objectives.

Key Result Areas:

• Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Production Management

• Quality Management

• Sales & Customer Service

• Safety & Environmental Management

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic plans.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities and identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

• Optimize production processes to ensure efficient utilization of resources and minimize waste.

• Monitor production output and identify areas for improvement.

• Ensure proper maintenance and repair of all production equipment.

• Manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished products.

• Establish and enforce quality control standards.

• Implement and maintain a comprehensive quality management system.

• Develop and implement sales strategies to acquire new customers and expand existing accounts.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and suppliers.

• Ensure customer satisfaction and address any customer concerns or complaints.

• Monitor and control costs and implement cost-saving measures.

• Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements.

• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Generic Duties of the Position:

• Lead the development of the Function’s work plan and monitor their execution.

• Monitor and ensure the proper utilization of the Function’s budgets.

• Direct the identification and fulfillment of human resources requirements of the Function.

• Supervise the development of policies and procedures for the Function and lead in their implementation and continuous review.

• Review, approve and submit functional reports to relevant organs.

• Support the development of subordinates through periodic performance evaluations, coaching, mentoring, ongoing performance dialogue and feedback.

• Oversee the systematic identification of skill and competency requirements for the Function.

• Represent the function in external relationships related with the Function.

• Take part in the group decision making process by forming part of different groups/committees

Job Requirement

• Qualifications and Experience: Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related fields with a minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in Construction, with at least five (5) years in a leadership role, preferably in the manufacturing industry   

         OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related fields with a minimum of twelve (12) years of demonstrated experience in Construction, with at least six (6) years in a leadership role, preferably in the manufacturing industry.

Reports to CEO, Manufacturing

Unit/Department:  Ayat, Manufacturing

Location: Addis Ababa

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and relevant supporting documents  OR in person to the Human Resources & Administration Directorate until July 02, 2025.

Address: Ayat S.C HQ; Halfway between Lamberet and Wesen, Near Trafic light on the way to CMC St. Michael.