Production Manager

Overview We Are PepsiCo PepsiCo is a leading name in North Africa’s food and beverage industry, where our products are enjoyed by consumers daily across the region. We offer a robust portfolio of beloved brands like PEPSI, SEVEN-UP, DORITOS, CHEETOS and CHIPSY, designed to cater to the tastes and preferences of consumers. With a focus on local sourcing, production, and distribution, PepsiCo provides essential support to local economies and partners closely with communities throughout the region. Guiding Vision and Regional Impact PepsiCo’s vision aligns with our global goal to be the Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). This strategic transformation is committed to sustainable growth by putting people and the planet at the heart of our operations. In North Africa, this includes initiatives in responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and water conservation. Our regional programs empower local talent, boost employment, and provide support for local agriculture, particularly through partnerships with farmers and suppliers. Empowering Our People and Communities Our dynamic teams drive the PepsiCo culture in North Africa, embracing diversity and collaboration to solve local challenges and create innovative products. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace, one where every individual feels valued and empowered to be themselves. This commitment extends beyond our employees to positively impact the communities we serve, striving for shared growth and a healthier, more sustainable future for all. Diversity and Inclusion Commitment PepsiCo stands firmly behind our global commitment to diversity, equality, and human rights. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, ensuring a fair and welcoming workplace for all, regardless of age, gender, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. Our dedication to inclusion strengthens our workforce and helps drive our business forward, enriching both PepsiCo and the communities in North Africa. Effectively direct and manage the production operation to safely produce finished goods to meet sales and marketing demands that is consistently within quality and cost targe Responsibilities Develop annual operating plan for production Set production area performance standards and align organization Leads problem solving activities for production. Coaches line managers and operators in process improvement Consult with interdepartmental resources concerning problems which are affecting productivity, and take corrective action Coach and build capabilities of line managers to convert objectives Jointly develop with product availability resource (scheduler) the production schedule to meet weekly sales demand Review and analyze production and downtime reports daily. Follow-up with appropriate resources to systematically eliminate sources of downtime Lead the implementation of national and local initiatives for the production area (product, packaging, new technology … ) Utilize visual factory concepts to control and organize the work Coaches and provides constant feedback for the development and improved performance of production personnel Develop staffing and skill building plans for the production area that directly links to delivering yearly AOP. Work closely with HR for effective implementation Conduct performance appraisal for the line managers and ensure it is done for the rest of the production area Responsible for the selection, on-boarding and recommending for termination of production line personnel Assist in the coaching, mentoring and implementation of the Health & Safety programs in the field. Qualifications Manufacturing/ production background , safety & food safety awareness; basic of budgeting & finance Engineering background Minimum 5 years in plant operations environment English Leadership, team player, communication skills, presentation skills