Job Title: Operations Manager- Manufacturing/FMCG Location: Lagos, Nigeria YOE - 7-10 Years Industry: Manufacturing/FMCG Salary: 800,000 - 1M We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to support the coordination of manufacturing operations, plant readiness, and project execution for a leading Manufacturing/FMCG company. Key Responsibilities - Coordinate the transition from project execution to plant operations. - Support plant readiness across production, maintenance, HSE, quality, and staffing. - Coordinate OEMs, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. - Track engineering, procurement, equipment installation, and project milestones. - Coordinate with Procurement and Logistics to ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and critical spares. - Develop and maintain operational/project trackers, reports, KPIs, and action plans. - Support the development and implementation of SOPs, processes, and operational systems. - Work cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Legal, Engineering, HSE, Procurement, and other teams. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field. - 7–12 years of relevant experience** in manufacturing operations, plant operations, engineering/project execution, industrial operations, or related environments. - Strong experience in **Manufacturing/FMCG or Agro-processing** is highly preferred. - Strong project execution, stakeholder management, coordination, and negotiation skills. - Experience managing contractors, OEMs, vendors, and cross-functional teams. - Strong KPI/performance monitoring and reporting skills. - Ability to work under pressure and deliver against aggressive timelines. Preferred Industry Background Candidates from established Manufacturing, FMCG, Agro-processing, or Industrial companies are particularly encouraged to apply.