GENERAL MANAGER

JOB TITLE GENERAL MANAGER

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME

INDUSTRY BAKERY / FOOD MANUFACTURING

SALARY COMPETITIVE

JOB LOCATION MLOLONGO

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Business Management

• Develop and execute business strategies aligned with the company's vision, mission, and growth objectives.
• Provide overall leadership and direction across production, sales, finance, procurement, quality, and operations functions.
• Translate business goals into actionable plans and measurable performance targets.
• Identify growth opportunities, market trends, and operational improvements to strengthen business performance.
• Drive a culture of accountability, excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Operational Management

• Oversee daily bakery operations to ensure efficient production and timely delivery of quality products.
• Ensure production targets, efficiency goals, and operational standards are achieved.
• Optimize processes to improve productivity, reduce waste, and control operational costs.
• Ensure effective coordination between production, procurement, sales, logistics, and support functions.
• Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions where required.

Financial Management & Profitability

• Take overall responsibility for business financial performance and profitability.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Monitor revenue growth, cost management, and profitability indicators.
• Drive initiatives to improve margins, optimize resource utilization, and control expenses.
• Work closely with the finance team to analyze financial performance and support strategic decision-making.

Production & Quality Management

• Ensure consistent production of high-quality bakery products that meet customer expectations.
• Oversee implementation of quality management systems, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with Quality Control teams to maintain compliance with HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, and other relevant standards.
• Promote continuous improvement in production processes, product quality, and efficiency.

Sales & Market Growth

• Develop strategies to increase market share, revenue, and customer base.
• Work with sales teams to achieve revenue and distribution targets.
• Strengthen relationships with key customers, distributors, and business partners.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify opportunities.
• Support product development and expansion initiatives.

Team Leadership & Talent Management

• Lead, coach, and motivate senior managers and departmental teams.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability structures.
• Support recruitment, training, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Build a strong organizational culture focused on teamwork and high performance.
• Ensure effective communication across all departments.

Compliance, Risk & Governance

• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies.
• Oversee risk management initiatives to protect company assets and operations.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of recommendations.

Reporting & Performance Management

• Review business performance reports and operational dashboards.
• Present strategic updates, challenges, and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor key performance indicators across all departments.
• Drive implementation of improvement plans to achieve business objectives.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years' management experience , preferably within the FMCG, bakery, food manufacturing, or related manufacturing industry .
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and driving business growth.
• Strong background in strategic planning, operations management, and financial performance management.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent strategic thinking and business planning abilities.
• Strong financial management and analytical skills.
• Deep understanding of FMCG/manufacturing operations.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.