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Brewing Area Manager job at Nile Breweries Limited | Apply Now
Jinja, Uganda
Nile Breweries Limited (NBL), established in 1951 by businessmen associated with the construction of the Owen Falls Dam, has grown into Uganda's leading beer manufacturer, boasting a 59% market share and an annual production capacity of 2.45 million hectolitres from its breweries in Jinja and Mbarara. The company's purpose is to "Dream Big to create a future with more Cheers," aiming to serve up new ways to meet life's moments and make a meaningful impact in communities and the world.
NBL has earned recognition for its commitment to sustainability, notably winning the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) Award in 2012 for excellence in environmental protection. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering employees opportunities for growth and development within the global AB InBev family. With a workforce of over 500 employees, NBL provides various job opportunities, which are regularly updated on their official website.
Innovation is central to NBL's business model, exemplified by the introduction of Eagle Lager in 2002, a sorghum-based beer crafted from local grains predominantly grown by smallholder Ugandan farmers. The company's core values emphasize quality, responsibility, and community engagement. NBL actively participates in corporate social responsibility initiatives, including supporting over 10,000 local farmers to grow and supply barley to its maltings plant and implementing sustainability goals aimed at holistic environmental and social impact. For more information, visit their official website at www.nilebreweries.com.
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Deadline:
12 Sept 2025
Job Title
Brewing Area Manager job at Nile Breweries Limited
Nile Breweries Limited
Job Description
The Brewing Area Manager is responsible for supervising brewing operations and ensuring that production plans are met while maintaining quality and efficiency. The position requires implementing and auditing VPO practices across all seven pillars, applying brewing technical knowledge, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The manager will provide leadership to area teams, ensure compliance with brewing quality systems, manage risks and occupational safety, and drive process and product optimization projects. Additionally, the Brewing Area Manager will interact with brewing management and operational teams to resolve issues, verify corrective actions, and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) within budgeted targets.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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How to Apply
Communicate brewing processes and product quality standards to teams.
Ensure changes in brewing processes and standards are effectively implemented.
Provide leadership to ensure commitment to brewing quality systems.
Assess and address technical brewing requirements.
Support implementation of process optimization projects, including CAPIN and VA initiatives.
Conduct audits on quality, process, and work practices to ensure effective area management.
Apply problem-solving and decision-making techniques.
Engage brewing management and operations teams in problem-solving sessions.
Verify corrective actions and confirm problem resolution.
Manage occupational health, safety, and risk for area teams.
Maintain strict control of variable and fixed costs within budget.
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BSc degree in Brewing Science, Food Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
Completed traineeship.
IBD Papers 1, 2, and 3 completed and passed.
Master Brewer IBD qualification (or currently studying towards it).
Minimum of 2 years’ production experience, with at least 1 year in a management role within Brewing.
Proven experience in driving commercial decisions in a brewery (financial, operational, and people management).
Strong brewing technical expertise.
Knowledge of SAP modules; Whitebelt certification is an advantage.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
