Decentralised Regional Coordinator at Food For Education

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Management 

• Review kitchen  operations through the looker and/or tablue and flag any trends and issues associated with quality and kitchen performance 
• Guide analysts in implementing and overseeing kitchen trends and problem-solving during and after operations 
• Oversee analyst's adherence to their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conduct regular checks to ensure compliance
• Track the number of meals cooked and consumed weekly, ensuring compliance with set KPIs for meal production.
• In close collaboration with finance teams, identify key regional vendors and distributors that keep the cost of produce low and maintain a high quality in sourcing and distribution of perishable and non-perishable SKUs  
• Creating plans for expansion and scaling in different Regions
• In collaboration with operations compliance conduct monthly assessments of the current operational gaps and priorities for F4E activities in the region. 
• Develop and execute operational improvement plan across the region and cascade critical strategies to all teams within the region 
• Manage the warehouse & inventory analysts, ensuring compliance with all warehouse processes and procedures. 
• Oversee vendor selection and interview process 
• Evaluate the selection logistics and warehouse process and workflows to improve efficiency

Team Leadership and Capacity Building 

• Set out region-specific training schedules and materials for all teams within the region in accordance with the organisation's objectives and team OKRs
• Facilitate ongoing training and capacity-building initiatives for program analysts and Program support teams, focusing on reporting, troubleshooting and KAIZEN Lean methods
• Manage individual performance for direct and sub-level reports through appropriate performance management systems and assessments.
• Develop a capacity-building and training plan for program analysts to ensure their continuous improvement 
• Conduct timely reviews and appraisals in accordance with company objectives and goals 
• Work closely with the people team on disciplinary cases involving all teams within the region ensuring company policies are adhered to
• Support and guide program analysts on leadership principles and support on capacity building and training development of their county teams 

Financial Budgeting and Production Planning 

• Develop and manage region-specific budgets and purchase schedules
• Develop monthly financial performance reports, highlighting differences in Cost per Meal across different programs within the region
• Collate all financial performance data across the different regions 
• Develop and own kitchen-specific strategies to reduce and improve financial performance
• Review and approve program analysts' budget proposals, reviewing quotations and justification for expenditures 
• Develop and own justification for expenditure documentation for critical purchases that affect kitchen operations within the region

Desired Candidate Profile 

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Food and Beverage Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in managing decentralized operations, preferably in food production or large-scale kitchen environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and stock control systems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in data management tools and operational reporting systems.