Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Factory Manager will be responsible for:
Coordinating preparation of periodic textile and apparel production plans;
Ensuring that apparel production lines are properly balanced for target output;
Coordinating with the Quality manager to ensure production of highquality products;
Ensuring that materials are organized at each stage of processing;
Ensuring that all machinery is equipped with protective devices;
Providing thorough and accurate costing of all orders to ensure gross margins are maintained;
Preparing and submitting for payment contract invoices;
Processing all purchase orders;
Maintaining and managing the inventories on trims and fabrics to support order flow;
Providing periodic sales forecast and managing production schedules;
Ensuring continuous training of machine operators and helpers;
Supervision of staff;
For appointment to this position, a person should:
Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Clothing Technology/Fashion design, Contracts Management or its equivalent
from a university recognized in Kenya;
Have at least ten (10) years’ relevant professional work experience, five (5) of which should have been in a Senior position in the Apparel Sector;
Have good knowledge of the production process, excellent organizational and planning skills; and
Have Creative approach to problem solving and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
Possession of a relevant Master’s degree from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage.
