On behalf of Mini Bakeries Limited, a leading FMCG baking manufacturer under the Mini Group of Companies, we are seeking to recruit a highly experienced Regional Operations Manager to oversee overall operations within the assigned region, ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards, and drive efficiency, productivity, profitability, and continuous improvement across bakery operations.

Eleven Degrees Consulting Limited is a shared-service firm under the Mini Group of Companies, offering specialized recruitment and HR solutions across various industries.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Regional Operations Manager will be responsible for leading operations across the assigned region, supervising Operations Managers, implementing operational strategies, optimizing resource utilization, managing production planning, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence across bakery units.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

a) Regional Operations Management
Oversee production operations across assigned bakery units, evaluate operational performance, and ensure production units meet efficiency, productivity, cost, and profitability targets.

b) Production Planning & Resource Utilization
Convert sales forecasts into production and raw material management plans, ensuring each bakery has the capacity to deliver planned volumes on time and at the right cost.

c) Operational Planning & Budgeting
Develop and implement regional operational plans and budgets aligned with company goals, covering production, inventory management, logistics, and branch performance.

d) Compliance, Audits & Risk Management
Oversee operations and safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; ensure timely corrective and preventive actions to address inefficiencies, quality defects, and audit non-conformances.

e) Inventory, Waste & Cost Control
Assess wastage levels across branches, implement measures to minimize waste, and manage inventory control systems to reduce stock-outs and overstocking.

f) Maintenance, Fleet & Logistics Management
Lead maintenance strategies across bakeries, coordinate machinery and equipment allocation, and guide transport operations to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of products.

g) Team Leadership & Performance Management
Lead recruitment for supervisory roles, support staff through coaching, training, and mentorship, and implement performance management programs across the region.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Process Engineering, or equivalent.
• At least 10 years’ experience in bakery and operations management.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a managerial position.
• Sound knowledge of bakery facility requirements, processes, operations, and maintenance.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong financial awareness, strategic and analytical thinking, leadership and hands-on management capability, problem-solving and decision-making skills, strong planning and resource allocation skills, attention to detail, customer service orientation, safety consciousness, and high personal and professional integrity.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application letter and updated CV via
👉 www.minigrp.com/careers

Kindly quote “Regional Operations Manager” in the subject line.
Please indicate your current salary and salary expectations in your application.
Deadline: COB 20th June 2026

NB

We do not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Internal candidates should apply through their respective Line Managers.
Successful candidates will undergo background checks.