Packhouse Manager at East African Growers Limited - EAGA

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced Flowers Packhouse Manager to oversee the operations of our packhouse, specializing in intermediate flowers, bouquets, spray roses, and Gypsophila. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in floral production, packing processes, and team management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise Packing Operations: Manage daily packing operations to ensure efficiency and quality standards are met for intermediate flowers, bouquets, spray roses, and Gypsophila.
• Quality Control: Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure all products meet company standards and customer expectations.
• Team Management: Lead and train a team of packhouse staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels of flowers and packing materials, coordinating with suppliers as needed.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in packing processes and implement best practices to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Customer Coordination: Work closely with Marketing and distribution teams to ensure timely fulfillment of orders and customer satisfaction.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate records of production, inventory, and quality metrics, providing regular reports to upper management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Experience with lean management or process optimization
• Proven experience of 5 years as a packhouse manager or similar role in the floral industry.
• knowledge of flower types, particularly intermediate flowers, bouquets, spray roses, and Gypsophila.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Familiarity with quality control processes and inventory management systems.
• Effective communication skills.