Country Operations Manager

About the role

AB InBev is looking for a Country Operations Manager to align Tanzania operations with the overall business strategy, delivering customer service, volume, market share and profitability in an ethical and responsible manner.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure safety is the first priority across all Tanzania operations.
• Execute the strategy for T1 and T2 transportation and warehouse capacity and operations.
• Maintain inventory control and manage SCOH cost control.
• Act as the country intermediary with the commercial function to support the best customer service strategy in each sales region.
• Deliver Variable Logistics Cost (VLC) results and drive productivity and process uniformity across T1, T2 and warehousing.
• Implement DPO/VPO/LCP standards, drive innovation, benchmarking and process‑improvement initiatives.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to reduce operating costs and improve customer service throughout the T1/T2 warehouses.
• Prepare the annual Zone Africa ZBB budget, monitor deviations and manage capital spending plans.

Required profile

• Degree in Logistics or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in FMCG, distribution or supply‑chain planning at a managerial level.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative requirements and customer‑service principles.
• Credibility within the business and familiarity with the local market environment.

Required skills

• Superior planning, analytical and numerical abilities.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership, coaching and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure, adapt to change and drive continuous improvement.