TECHNO-COMMERCIAL BUSINESS MANAGER @ UNIFY WORLD
Our company is seeking a Techno-Commercial Business Manager to spearhead operations and sales in Tanzania. Serving the FMCG, food and beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors, you will leverage your 12-18 years of packaging experience to drive growth in offset and flexo label divisions. Your technical background will be essential in translating customer needs into manufacturing solutions while maintaining strict control over costing and margins.
You will be responsible for negotiating long-term contracts and supply agreements, ensuring the company remains competitive in the East African market. This position also involves mentoring staff and advising on strategic capex investments for new machinery. This role is open to expatriates and offers family status, focusing on individuals with a strong background in engineering and business management. No salary information was provided for this position.
You will be responsible for negotiating long-term contracts and supply agreements, ensuring the company remains competitive in the East African market. This position also involves mentoring staff and advising on strategic capex investments for new machinery. This role is open to expatriates and offers family status, focusing on individuals with a strong background in engineering and business management. No salary information was provided for this position.
Key Requirements
12–18 years of experience in the print and packaging manufacturing industry.
Strong exposure to offset printing, flexo labels, and shrink sleeves.
Proven techno-commercial leadership experience (not just pure sales).
Deep understanding of costing, yield optimization, and margin control.
B.Tech/B.E. degree in Printing, Packaging, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
MBA degree is highly preferred for strategic leadership.
Previous experience working in emerging markets, specifically Africa.
Ability to lead and mentor a high-performing sales and technical team.
Strong relationship management skills with FMCG and pharmaceutical clients.
Expertise in providing technical packaging solutions (substrates, coatings, adhesives).
Experience in managing pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.