Egypt Investment & Operations Manager
About Talia Plastik ( taliaplastik.com ) We an established Turkish manufacturer and exporter of plastic food packaging products. We are planning to establish a new manufacturing facility in Borg El Arab, Alexandria , expanding our production capabilities to serve our international customers. We are looking for a proactive, resourceful and well-organized professional based in Alexandria to work directly with the company owner and coordinate the local setup and development of our Egyptian operations. In this role, you will act as the key local liaison and operational lead on the ground, oversee the initial facility setup, manage local authority relations (GAFI, IDA, EEHC), coordinate legal and financial advisors, and supervise site operations and machinery installation.
About the Role This is a hands-on role combining project coordination, factory setup and local operations management . You will be our local point of contact in Egypt, turning agreed plans into action and keeping the investment project moving forward. You will receive guidance and support from our experienced production, export and finance teams in Istanbul. You do not need to have established an entire factory before. We value initiative, sound judgment, clear communication and consistent follow-through. This is an industrial investment and operations role—not a financial investment or portfolio management position. Key Responsibilities Coordinate factory setup: Research and visit suitable factory premises, arrange technical assessments with our specialists, compare options and follow up on the agreed setup plan.
Manage local coordination: Work with lawyers, accountants, banks, logistics providers and relevant authorities to follow up on company establishment, permits, utilities and other administrative requirements.
Support procurement and supplier management: Identify local suppliers and service providers, obtain and compare quotations, negotiate within approved limits and track delivery commitments.
Coordinate machinery delivery and installation: Support import preparations, site readiness and installation arrangements in cooperation with our technical team, machinery suppliers and customs professionals.
Help build the local team: Assist with recruitment, onboarding and training arrangements for administrative, logistics and production personnel.
Maintain visibility and accountability: Keep clear project schedules, expense records and action lists. Prepare regular English-language progress reports using Excel and our online ERP system, highlighting delays, risks and proposed solutions.
Support ongoing factory operations: As production begins, coordinate local administrative activities, suppliers and operational follow-up while working closely with the Istanbul team and the local production supervisor.
What We Offer Direct access to the company owner, practical training and support from an established manufacturing business, and the opportunity to take meaningful responsibility in building a new operation. The role offers scope to grow as our Egyptian business develops, with responsibilities increasing according to performance and demonstrated capability. Working Arrangement Location: Alexandria / Borg El Arab, Egypt Employment type: Full-time, on-site, with regular local travel Reporting to: Company owner, working closely with the Istanbul management team Applicants must already reside in Alexandria and be able to travel regularly to Borg El Arab, suppliers, banks and public institutions. This is not a remote position, and relocation from another city is not part of the role.
Essential Requirements Currently based in Alexandria: Applicants must already reside in Alexandria and be available to work on-site in Borg El Arab, with regular visits to Real Estates (i.e. selecting factory building for rent), suppliers, banks, accounting office, lawyers, consultants and public institutions.
Relevant university degree: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Industrial Engineering or another engineering discipline. An English-taught degree programme is preferred.
Strong English and Arabic: Excellent spoken and written English, including the ability to participate in meetings, communicate professionally by email and prepare clear progress reports. Fluent Arabic is essential. Turkish is not required.
Active driving ability: A valid driving licence and confident, practical driving experience are required. The role involves regular local travel and site visits.
Initiative and reliable follow-through: Able to turn agreed objectives into practical action, organise multiple tasks, meet deadlines and follow up until issues are resolved. Comfortable working independently while keeping management informed and seeking approval when required.
Communication and negotiation skills: Confident dealing with suppliers, service providers and external stakeholders. Able to obtain information, compare proposals, ask relevant questions and negotiate within approved guidelines.
Excel and digital skills: Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for quotation comparisons, expense tracking and progress reporting. Comfortable using online collaboration tools and willing to learn our ERP system.
Professional integrity and accountability: Reliable, detail-oriented and respectful of confidential business information. Willing to report problems promptly, maintain accurate records and take responsibility for assigned work.
Preferred Qualifications — Not Mandatory Relevant experience in operations, project coordination, procurement, logistics, import/export or business administration.
Exposure to manufacturing environments, factory setup projects or coordination with legal, accounting and banking service providers.
Familiarity with ERP systems, Egyptian industrial licensing procedures, GAFI, IDA or customs processes.
Previous experience as a Country Manager or in establishing an entire factory is not required. We welcome candidates with transferable skills, demonstrated initiative and strong learning potential. Our Istanbul team will provide training, technical guidance and ongoing support.