Manager

Oversee areas below:

Durian Collection Process:

• Oversee the collection of durians from farms or suppliers, ensuring quality control standards are met.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely and reliable deliveries.
• Coordinate logistics and transport for the collection of durians, ensuring efficient routes and minimizing delays.

Factory Processing:

• Manage the processing of durians in the factory, including sorting, packaging, and preservation.
• Monitor and maintain factory operations to ensure adherence to quality standards, hygiene practices, and safety regulations.
• Ensure efficient use of labor, materials, and production time, identifying areas for improvement.

Retail and Wholesale Distribution:

• Oversee the distribution of durians to retail and wholesale channels, ensuring product availability and timely delivery.
• Manage inventory levels and optimize stock to meet demand fluctuations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with retail and wholesale partners, providing excellent customer service and resolving any operational issues.

Export Channels:

• Develop and manage export strategies for international markets, ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.
• Coordinate export logistics, including shipping, customs clearance, and documentation, ensuring timely delivery to overseas clients.
• Track international market trends and consumer preferences to adapt and improve the product offering.

Team Management:

• Lead, train, and develop a team across all operational areas, promoting a positive and productive work environment.
• Establish clear goals and KPIs for staff and ensure consistent performance reviews.
• Handle recruitment, scheduling, and conflict resolution within the operations team.

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Oversee the operational budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring financial efficiency across the entire operation.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including production costs, inventory turnover, and distribution efficiency.

Process Improvement and Innovation:

• Continuously analyze and improve operational processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Implement new technologies or methodologies that can streamline operations and enhance productivity.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with all local and international regulations regarding food safety, quality control, and export processes.
• Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance to senior management.

Any ad hoc tasks required by the management

• Proven experience in operations management, ideally within the food production or agricultural industry.
• Strong understanding of logistics, quality control, inventory management, and international export processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure.

The durian industry is unique and rapidly growing, particularly in global markets. You'll have a direct impact on the company’s market positioning, quality control, and production processes, making a significant contribution to the business’s success.Managing export channels opens the door to working with international markets. You will gain valuable experience in global trade, customs regulations, and cross-border logistics, broadening your professional network and expertise.