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Manufacturing Cost Controller role is responsible for understanding and managing cost drivers and maintaining control over manufacturing costs. Your responsibilities include developing standard unit costs and Bills of Materials (BOMs), ensuring inventory accuracy, and strategizing with department heads to minimize waste. Conduct cost analyses, implement cost-cutting measures, and roll out cost-saving programs. Your role also involves managing period-end and year-end closings, overseeing budgets for Manufacturing & Manufacturing Service Cost Centers, and establishing internal controls. Create detailed analyses and reports for the P&L and develop production analysis reports to aid decision-makers. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of cost drivers and their interdependencies. Participate in developing unit standard costs and BOMs for new and existing products, ensuring accuracy. Ensure standards for material, labor, and overhead rates are accurate. Collaborate with department heads to strategize waste reduction. Conduct cost analyses to identify cost reduction opportunities. Develop and implement proactive solutions and cost-cutting measures. Roll out cost-saving programs with clear timelines and assessment goals. Manage period-end and year-end closings of the Manufacturing Cycle. Develop and follow-up on budgets for all Manufacturing & Manufacturing Service Cost Centers. Build a comprehensive detailed analyses and reporting structure for the P&L, particularly the cost of goods manufactured portion. Maximize efficiency at all levels without compromising quality. Perform monthly analysis of variances (Labor, PPV, Overhead). Establish and maintain internal controls. Ensure appropriate controls and structures for scrap and cycle count reporting. Develop production analysis reports and tools to assist decision-makers.
Participate in the development of Marketing strategy (pricing, packaging, etc.) of assigned brands along with the Head of Marketing and Business Development Build value proposition for the assigned brand portfolio for the short and long term in line with organizational objectives and goals Work alongside external Brand Principals (where relevant) to develop and align on market level brand and sales activities across channels Act as a steward for the assigned brands and maintain brand integrity and consistency across all marketing initiatives and communications Develop strategy and communication programs which effectively reflect the brand objectives to build brand equity of the assigned portfolio Conduct research to define targeted customer segments and determine the key values and characteristics that drive buying behaviors for each segment Monitor and manage health of assigned brands in order to meet the brand objectives and brand health indicators Monitor and manage the trade spend and market activation budgets for each brand responsibility – either with the Brand Principal or for Mezzan Develop and oversee implementation of brand strategies and associated marketing themes across channels (print, web, social media, broadcast, etc.) based on consumer and sales insights to improve health of assigned brands Oversee the new or ongoing marketing and advertising activities of assigned brands and ensure alignment with the organization’s branding objectives Launch and manage brand initiatives based on research insights in order to introduce new products that meet consumer requirements
- Lead the effective collaboration with the Marketing team to develop overall marketing strategy for lubricants, lead campaigns/ initiatives to increase lubricant market penetration, brand reputation etc. ensuring alignment with the overall commercial strategy. - Identify the target market segments and analyze relevant product requirements in order to assess, define and evolve a quality value proposition for each brand of lubricants. - Conceptualize brand of lubricants for Middle East & other international strategic locations in order to build and communicate a strong brand and establish market presence. - Lead formulation of detailed launch strategies and integrated communication campaigns via suitable channels, in conjunction with the branding and advertising section, in order to communicate the brand and value proposition in an effective and cost optimal manner to the target audience. - Review and approve all product packaging and design initiatives to ensure a strong reflection of brand and value proposition through the product for creating a top of the mind recall amongst target customers. - Review and provide inputs to the marketing and promotional plans to assure alignment with the business plan. - Manage the effective execution of promotional events to educate the participants about the product and to network with corporate and high net worth potential customers who can be captured as revenue generating customers. - Supervise the preparation, issuance, and delivery of sales materials, exhibits, and promotion programs to the distributors in order to ensure effective implementation of all promotional plans. - Define the price points for the products, develop and communicate price margins to the sales team based on the set gross margins, costs and define budgets, to negotiate in order to provide differential pricing to incentivize key customers. - Monitor on a regular basis (monthly, quarterly or annually as deemed suitable) the achievement of sales plans and evaluate the performance of the geographies under sales network coverage. - Develop and maintain effective business relationships with all relevant internal departments and external entities such as clients, local, international and government authorities etc. with highest standards of business ethics.
Project Planning & Execution: - Lead the planning and execution of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with the company’s overall objectives. - Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and milestones, managing multiple projects simultaneously. - Prioritize tasks and resources effectively to meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities. Stakeholder Management & Communication: - Engage with various stakeholders, including senior leadership, shareholders, and cross-functional teams, to ensure project objectives are clearly defined and communicated. - Serve as a key point of contact for project updates, facilitating regular meetings to keep stakeholders informed on progress, challenges, and risks. - Utilize strong emotional intelligence (EQ) to navigate complex situations, influence decisions, and maintain positive relationships with diverse stakeholders. Monitoring & Reporting: - Track and monitor project progress, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. - Prepare and present regular status reports to the Head of PMO and senior leadership, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommendations. - Conduct post-project evaluations to assess the success of initiatives and identify areas for future improvement. Resource & Budget Management: - Manage project resources, including personnel, budgets, and external vendors, to ensure efficient use of assets in achieving project objectives. - Coordinate with department heads to allocate the necessary resources and support for strategic initiatives. Process Improvement & Adaptability: - Continuously review project management processes to identify and implement improvements that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. - Demonstrate adaptability in managing changing project requirements and priorities, ensuring high-quality outcomes despite tight deadlines.
- Maintains a fleet inventory of all vehicles owned by the company, including their make and model, purchase date, current mileage, and any outstanding repairs that need to be made. - Manage the maintenance and repair of the company's fleet of vehicles. - Monitors GPS and ensures that all company vehicles are insured and registered. - Coordinates and follow up with third party vendors to arrange maintenance and repair services for vehicles. - Maintaining records of fuel cards usage and mileage for each vehicle in order to prepare invoices for billing purposes. - Coordinates with vendors or customers regarding service appointments for each vehicle to ensure that repairs and maintenance are completed in a timely manner. - Reporting vehicle accidents or other incidents involving company vehicles to insurance companies or legal departments as appropriate. - Developing and maintaining schedules for vehicle maintenance and repairs. - Working with mechanics to coordinate vehicle repairs and maintenance. - Performing periodic vehicle inspections to ensure that they are in good working order. - Monitoring and analyzing fleet data to identify opportunities for improvement. - Coordinates with different businesses POC in Mezzan to solve any fleet issue. - Prepares daily and weekly reports related to fleet operations. - Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and local laws.
- Responsible for dealing and communicating with the relevant regulatory authorities. - Supervision, follow-up and ensuring compliance with all the instructions of the Capital Markets Authority and its executive regulations, the rules of Kuwait Boursa Co. - Review and follow up all internal policies, procedures and regulations of the company to ensure its effectiveness and conformity and not conflict with the regulations, and instructions issued by the MOCI, Boursa and CMA. - Ensure that all internal policies, procedures and regulations are written, updated and approved by the Board of Directors. - Any duties and tasks assigned by Head of Legal Department are part of the job - Develop an action plan and an annual program with timeline for compliance with Corporate Governance Rules, to follow-up and supervise the implementation of Internal Controls Audit comments in coordination with relevant departments. - Identify any gaps, constraints, factors that lead to non-compliance and develop appropriate solutions to ensure compliance and oversee their application by the relevant departments. - Preparing and reporting periodically to Head of Legal Department, and the Board of Directors in accordance to approved Compliance program, plan and timeline. - Provide accurate and immediate advice to company regarding rules and standards of compliance and their applications. - Inform the senior management and relevant departments of any new rules/laws issued by the regulators and date of implementation. - Responsibility for communicating with Boursa and CMA, preparing and reviewing all correspondence and disclosures. - Comply and submit all regulatory requirements timely to submit any response, reports or forms, and follow-up with departments in this regard.
Ensure organizational compliance with risk policies through regular risk exposure monitoring and periodic reporting. Perform extensive research and analysis to identify the potential financial losses or disadvantages the Group may face when making business decisions. Prepare and maintain Risk Management registers as per the risk management plan for different departments and projects. Develop risk assessment and gap analysis reports. Create risk management summaries, presentations, and process documents to display results. Review and prepare process understanding working papers as well as explain the link between the Group structure, systems and processes and risk practices. Describe the regulatory framework in which the Group operates. Review and analyze relevant Metrics and KRIs as per the KRI Program Plan designing KRI Trends accordingly. Use analytical tools and techniques to monitor changes to the Enterprise risks and opportunities updating relevant risk data and findings to the Team Leader – Risk Management. Collaborate with other team members to effectively analyze and present data. - Develop systems and processes for gathering and storing data for future analytic risk management projects.
Review MOCI entities for renewal, update and registration of Group Trademarks. Coordinate filings, publication up to registration of Group Trademarks with concerned departments, external IP offices and relevant government entities. Prepares annual budget for renewal of local and offshore trademark profile and obtains approval from relevant departments and divisions within the Group. Coordinate with relevant departments for requirements for filling, registrations, renewal and oppositions requirements and delivering them to the IP Agents or assigned law firms. Undertakes general administrative duties (i.e. general word processing, filing scheduling, data entry, copying and emailing, ordering of equipment, materials and office supplies, billing and payment memos partnering with Accounting as needed etc.); Composes letters and memoranda and prepares reports using knowledge of work area instructions and guidelines; Prepares internal communication memos in English and Arabic; Maintains documentation, prepares programs of meeting, presentations and other documentation; Maintains expense statement and handles petty cash for Trademark actions and Agencies registrations, renewal and related expenses; Responds to inquiries on the status of pending administrative cases; Sorts, opens, logs, and distributes incoming mail; attaches incoming correspondence to relevant files and related materials needed for action. Receives and screens visitors and telephone calls; Assist Litigation Team in preparing cases files before submission to External Law Firm Prepare publication of news announcement of Agencies prior to renewal and registration In-Charge of MOCI-NBK Debit Card and for online payment for renewal and registration. Prepare payment memos and settlement memos for NBK Debit card balance for Agencies and Trademarks online payments. Maintain and update the filing system of the Trademarks (electronic master data sheets and physical record). Review Watch-Service alerts and assess the TM infringement alert and communicate to Business Unit and take opposition action required. Updates Trademark Litigation report and updates the internal legal data base (Salah Al-Jasem System) - Any other duties assigned.
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