Summary: National Foods prides itself in developing and growing its people. We are looking for an operationally strong, commercially minded and people-centred...

Job Details

  • Deadline: 18 Aug 2026
  • Company: iHarare
  • Location: Kenya
  • Salary: this position offer...

Job Description

Unit Manager - Pasta Business Unit

National Foods Ltd

Expires: 18 Aug 2026

Full Time

HARARE

Salary: this position offer...

Manager

job Description

UNIT MANAGER – PASTA BUSINESS UNIT

National Foods prides itself in developing and growing its people. We are looking for an operationally strong, commercially minded and people-centred leader to take up the role of Unit Manager – Pasta Business Unit. This is a key leadership opportunity for a high-potential manufacturing professional who can deliver safe, efficient and cost-effective operations while building a capable, engaged team.

Duties and Responsibilities

As Unit Manager, you will be accountable for

  • Leading the Pasta Business Unit to deliver agreed production volumes, product quality, food safety, safety and cost targets.
  • Driving disciplined day-to-day operations, ensuring plant reliability, effective shift performance, sound planning and strong execution on the factory floor.
  • Managing budgets, yields, waste, labour productivity and other key cost drivers to improve unit profitability and operational discipline.
  • Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, throughput, quality, safety and customer service.
  • Building a strong, accountable team through visible leadership, coaching, performance management and capability development.
  • Ensuring full compliance with food safety, quality, health, safety, environmental, statutory and internal governance requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will bring

  • A relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Industrial Engineering, Production Management, Operations, Business Management or a related discipline.
  • A professional qualification in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Operations, Lean/Continuous Improvement or Leadership Management will be an added advantage.
  • 5 plus years’ experience in manufacturing or FMCG, preferably in a high-volume production environment.
  • At least 3 years’ experience leading teams in a production, operations or plant management environment.
  • A track record of improving production performance, managing costs, leading cross-functional teams and delivering results through people.
  • Strong leadership, commercial awareness, analytical ability, financial discipline and decision-making skills, with a clear commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Why this is a compelling opportunity

*You will lead an important growth business within one of Zimbabwe’s leading food manufacturers.

*You will work with experienced leaders, influence operational performance and grow your career in a business that recognises strong individual and team contribution.

How to Apply

National Foods Ltd is a leading food manufacturer, offering on-going opportunities to progress, both personally and professionally, whilst constantly recognising and rewarding individual and team performance.

If you are a results-driven manufacturing leader who can combine operational discipline, commercial judgement and strong people leadership, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your application clearly referencing “UNIT MANAGER” to

[email protected]

Closing Date: 28 August 2026

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