Operations Manager Job
Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day
Salary:
Attractive
Job Deadline: 31 January 2026
Number of Jobs: 01
Hiring Entity: Nutreco
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Location: In Uganda
Job Details:
Tunga Nutrition (Uganda) Ltd
Kampala
Job Description:
Why join us
Get ready to Own your career as an Operations Manager at Tunga Nutrition (Uganda) Ltd, a JV Nutreco/Unga company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this influential role and Own your passion, Own your purpose and Own your success.
What You’ll Do
As a member of the local Management Team, you will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating all operational and production activities of the site, including production, supply chain/logistics, warehousing and maintenance.
With a prime focus on safety, you will ensure that the production and supply chain functions operate in the most cost effective and efficient way, whilst meeting all quality, environmental and compliance standards, delivering the highest level of service to our customers.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is responsible, accountable and ready to Own this role. Someone who is confident, credible, influential and able to lead from the front. Substantial experience gained in a similar Operations/Production Management role within the animal nutrition industry or adjacent sectors is also preferred.
You’ll also need:
- Degree in a relevant discipline
- Strong Leadership and influencing skills
- A ‘can do’ attitude and approach
- Thorough knowledge of regulations concerning safety and quality standards
- Operational Excellence/Lean manufacturing knowledge preferred
- To feel comfortable working in a matrixed organisation with both regional and global stakeholders.
What You’ll Receive
As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.
In addition, you’ll receive:
- A competitive salary package
- Bonus scheme
- Competitive medical cover
- Opportunities for further learning opportunities and professional development within Nutreco and the broader SHV group
- The support to thrive within our inclusive, international culture and dynamic environment.
How And Why To Find Out More
We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.
Our organisation:
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future.
Application procedure
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Posting Date: 2025-01-07
