Fenix International Chief Operations Officer Jobs in Uganda
Fenix International is a next-generation energy and technology company. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of our customers through inclusive energy and financial services.
Our flagship product, Fenix Power, is a modular, lease-to-own solar home system financed through affordable installments from just $0.11 per day. We use real-time transaction data to create a next-generation credit score to finance power upgrades and other life-changing loans, unlocking modern financial services for our customers.
To date, Fenix has sold over 500,000 Solar Home Systems in Uganda, Zambia, Cote d'Ivoire, Benin, Nigeria and Mozambique, bringing clean, reliable power for lights, phones, radios, TV and much more to over 2,500,000 people.
Fenix International Chief Operations Officer Jobs in Uganda
Responsibilities
Leadership
Demonstrated, genuine passion for and commitment to Fenix’s mission, values, customer, team and culture.
Serve on the Fenix C-Suite Team and drive to achieve Fenix’s mission and values.
Lead Fenix Supply Chain Management
Develop strategy and guide investments for the end-to-end supply chain for the business (from China to Africa, and in coordination with R&D teams)
Oversee the distribution of product from China to active markets by leading teams in various locations.
With the Global Ordering and Forecasting Manager, oversee the forecasting for sellable inventory as well as service parts for all Fenix markets, review inventory levels and work with country teams to develop inventory best practices, monthly forecasts and optimize dollar spend.
Utilize sales and supply data, making strategic decisions that balance competing inventory needs with cash flow.
Motivate and Lead the Global Operations Team
Provide exceptional, inspirational leadership and support to the supply chain team.
Represent Fenix in external stakeholder meetings.
Inspire the team to take ownership of their work.
Oversee the development and success of cross-functional teams that can meet shifts in market demand.
Proven ability to motivate, develop and lead technical teams through periods of aggressive growth and through difficult business environments.
Ability to create unique employee performance incentives for the Operations team to achieve goals, such as HSSE, supply chain management, etc.
Support the policy team in formulating strategy around lobbying and influencing key stakeholders in the Fenix markets on favourable import policies such as taxes, duties, exemptions and other needle moving proposals.
Lead Senior Directors in different locations responsible for supply chain management.
Operations Strategy
Develop the Operations strategy in line with Fenix mission and goals.
Oversee the business intelligence team ensuring timely and accurate performance management, knowledge & best practice sharing and dissemination.
Oversee the Global Quality Assurance team, ensuring efficient and cost effective quality control mechanisms in China and operating countries to meet or exceed product failure rate targets and other business KPIs.
Responsible for P&L and growth plans and execution for global operations.
Oversee team budget, allocate resources and approve spend for the global operations department.
Track team goals and performance to
ensure meeting of targets.
Lead teams in evaluating and sharing business best practices across Fenix global operations while providing cost savings, maximizing efficiency, and ensuring quality.
Support the team in dealing with legislative or other government committees regarding operational policies, tax policies, programs, or budgets.
Build systems and processes
Oversee best practice research and implementation in Fenix Operations
Lead the Operations team to define protocols for how to optimize the supply chain process at Fenix.
Ensure usage of data from various departments to improve processes and systems.
Oversee and support the HSSE Manager in the development of Fenix HSSE standards and principles in line with ENGIE requirements. Support the HSSE Manager in coordination with ENGIE on HSSE initiatives and proposals.
Collaborate with global Operational Finance team to implement and manage robust inventory and financial management systems, including but not limited to, SAP, FenixDB, etc.
Requirements
Relevant advanced degree or diploma
10+ years of supply chain management experience preferably at a multi-national company operating in multiple markets
Work experience in a multinational or vertically integrated company, preferably with operations in Africa and China
Strong negotiation skills, preferably in multicultural contexts
Significant leadership and management experience in supply chain management
Experience in the manufacturing and distribution of parts, goods and products
Ability to manage a multicultural team of supply chain, operations and manufacturing staff
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills (English)
Strong data analysis skills preferred, proficient usage of MS Excel is required
Entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative nature
Attention to detail, strategic thinker
A passion for Fenix and our customers!
Masters degree
Familiarity with Six Sigma concepts related to hardware
Knowledge of China manufacturing is an added advantage
Last mile distribution experience would be preferred
French and Mandarin language skills
How to apply
In your cover letter, please be sure to highlight the following:
Why you are interested in Fenix International,
How you would add value to the Fenix Family, and
What excites you about this particular role.
Fenix offers a competitive salary and a fun, fast-paced and high-growth work environment. We recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted. Deadline is Thursday 22nd August, 5:00pm.
For more information and job application details, see; Fenix International Chief Operations Officer Jobs in Uganda
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