Lusaka: General Manager – Technical – Zambia

WHO ARE WE A fast-growing FMCG business, offering quality products that are accessible, affordable and trusted in the market. We are driven by a passion for growth, strong customer relationships and delivering excellence in execution. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR: A seasoned technical leader to drive operations, innovation and performance excellence WHAT WILL YOU DO: Lead and manage all aspects of technical operations of the corn wet milling facility, ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective production of starch and derivative products Driving operational excellence, optimising process parameters, ensuring product quality, implementing continuous improvements and leading cross-functional teams WHAT DO YOU NEED: Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, Bioprocess Engineering, or related discipline. 25 years of technical and operational experience in wet milling, starch manufacturing, or food/chemical process industries, with at least 5–10 years in a senior leadership or plant head role. Proven track record in managing large-scale continuous process plants with high safety and quality standards. Strong analytical, leadership and decision-making skills. Experience in automation, utilities optimisation and energy management is advantageous