Director of Operations (DO)

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The Director of Operations ensures the daily conduct of all activities of DHY TECHNOLOGIE SA, a company specialized in the assembly and marketing of computer and electronic equipment. Under the authority of the Director General, he or she manages relations with foreign suppliers, financial institutions and institutional partners. He or she also coordinates the teams, oversees the preparation and commissioning of the industrial unit of Hamdallaye and ensure its proper functioning. The position plays a central role in the operational development of the company, notably in structuring financing, managing international purchases, monitoring administrative procedures and preparing industrial production. The Director of Operations reports regularly to the General Management and prepares the necessary elements for the work of the social organs.

Responsibilities

• 1. Management of institutional and financial files Follow-up of financing files with banks and financial institutions, in collaboration with the advice of the company. Prepare, update and verify the documents required for funding. Organize exchanges with financial institutions and track deadlines. Inform the General Management of the risks of delay, blockage or any difficulty likely to compromise the progress of the files. Maintain professional relations with institutional partners, including public agencies and relevant ministerial departments. Ensure the follow-up of administrative procedures, approvals, conventions and certification dossiers of products.
• 2. Management of relations with suppliers Conduct technical and commercial exchanges with foreign suppliers. Request and review data sheets, test reports and certificates of conformity for equipment. Participate in negotiations on prices, minimum order quantities and delivery times. Track international shipments and customs clearance operations. Check that the required supporting documents are available before any order commitment. Maintain effective communication with suppliers to prevent delays and supply difficulties.
• 3. Commissioning and operation of the industrial unit Prepare the installation of the assembly line on the industrial site of Hamdallaye. Coordinate the interventions of the technicians of the suppliers in charge of the installation of the equipment.

Education / Qualifications

Organize the training of production operators. Implement production, quality control and traceability procedures. Plan production and monitor assembly operations of computer and electronic equipment. Manage inventory of components and finished products. Monitor production yields and ensure control of waste.

• 4. Supervision and management of teams Supervise all company staff. Organize the work and define individual and collective goals. Monitor and evaluate employee performance. Identify training needs and propose capacity-building actions. Ensure the cohesion of the teams and the proper coordination of activities. Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety and working conditions on the industrial site. Ensure the application of Nigerien social regulations.
• 5. Administrative, financial and commercial management Monitor budget implementation and monitor spending commitments. Prepare financial reporting elements in collaboration with the accounting firm. Ensure compliance with corporate tax and social obligations. Participate in commercial prospecting, especially with public administrations. Follow up on tenders and contracts. Produce reliable management information to facilitate the decision-making of the General Management.
• 6. Reporting and support to the General Management Report regularly to the Director General on the progress of activities. Report operational, financial, administrative or logistical difficulties. Propose corrective measures to improve the efficiency of operations. Prepare the necessary elements for the files submitted to the social organs of the company. Ensure clear, honest and regular communication about the results achieved and the risks identified. Job requirements Academic training Hold a Baccalaureate level diploma+5 minimum in one of the following areas: Project management; Business management; Industrial engineering; Electrical or electronic engineering; any related discipline. A dual competence combining technical training and management training is a decisive asset.

Experience

Must have at least three (3) years of professional experience, including at least two (2) years in a managerial or operational management position. The following experiences will be particularly appreciated: Conducting an industrial project or managing a production unit; Follow-up of financing files with banking institutions; Relations with Nigerien public administrations; Managing relationships with foreign suppliers, including Asian suppliers; Import and customs clearance operations. Technical skills Knowledge of computer and electronic equipment. Ability to understand the characteristics of components and products. Ability to read and analyze data sheets and test reports. Knowledge of equipment compliance standards. Ability to analyze a technical proposal and discuss terms with suppliers. Mastery of project management and budget monitoring tools. Good command of common office tools.

Required skills

Rigor, method and sense of organization. Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously. Autonomy in the conduct of activities. Ability to negotiate and make decisions. Ability to communicate clearly and report honestly on difficulties. Integrity in managing financial commitments. Ability to lead teams and manage priorities. Languages French: essential mastery, working language. Professional English: essential for exchanges with foreign suppliers, technical documentation and test reports. National languages: their practice is an asset for the supervision of production teams. Key skills Operational management and business coordination. Industrial project management. Budget monitoring and funding files. Negotiation with international suppliers. Purchase, import and customs clearance. Industrial production and quality control. Inventory management and traceability. Supervision and evaluation of teams. Mastery of office and project management tools. Professional French and English. Rigor, autonomy and integrity. Application file Applicants must provide: A letter of motivation addressed to the Director General of DHY TECHNOLOGIE SA. A detailed resume. Copies of diplomas and work certificates. The

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