GRAMUS EXPRESS LIMITED

Gramus Express Limited invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and results-oriented individuals to fill the following positions. We seek competent professionals with relevant technical knowledge, practical experience, integrity and a strong commitment to accountability, productivity and operational excellence.

1. MANAGER –

Duty Station:

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily operations, including piggery, cattle and poultry production.
• Supervise workers, allocate duties and monitor attendance, productivity and staff performance.
• Monitor feeding programmes, breeding activities, livestock health, growth rates, mortality and overall productivity.
• Ensure appropriate animal housing, sanitation, biosecurity, disease prevention and animal welfare practices.
• Coordinate vaccination programmes, veterinary interventions and treatment schedules with qualified animal health personnel.
• Monitor feed consumption, veterinary supplies, equipment, labour and operational costs.
• Maintain accurate records of livestock numbers, births, deaths, feed usage, treatments, production outputs and sales.
• Work closely with the Stock Controller to ensure accurate inventory, livestock and production records.
• Monitor production targets, identify operational challenges and recommend practical improvements.
• Prepare periodic operational reports covering production, livestock performance, resource utilisation and expenditure.
• Ensure company resources are used responsibly and established procedures are consistently followed.
• Implement measures to improve productivity, reduce losses, control costs and maintain efficient operations.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Animal Production, Livestock Management, Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in commercial or livestock production.
• At least 2 years of experience supervising workers and coordinating daily operations.
• Practical experience managing piggery, cattle and poultry operations, including feeding, breeding, housing, routine health monitoring and production management.
• Knowledge of livestock disease prevention, biosecurity, animal welfare, vaccination programmes and hygiene.
• Experience in budgeting, feed utilisation, production monitoring, inventory control and operational reporting is an added advantage.
• Willingness to reside at and oversee daily operations as required.

Required Competencies

• Strong practical knowledge of livestock production and commercial management.
• Proven leadership, staff-supervision and operational planning skills.
• Ability to manage production targets, resources and operational costs.
• Strong record-keeping, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High levels of integrity, accountability, discipline and commitment to productivity.
• Ability to work independently, make sound operational decisions and report effectively to management.

2. BUTCHERY PRODUCTION MANAGER

Duty Station: Ndola – Town

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise daily butchery production, meat processing and preparation activities.
• Allocate duties to butchers and production assistants and monitor productivity and performance.
• Ensure correct carcass breakdown, cutting, deboning, trimming, portioning, packaging and handling of meat products.
• Monitor production volumes, meat yields, raw material utilisation, wastage and production costs.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare reports on output, losses, quality and operational performance.
• Coordinate stock requirements with the Stock Controller and relevant departments to support uninterrupted production.
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, sanitation, quality-control and occupational health and safety standards.
• Ensure meat-processing machinery and equipment are operated safely, cleaned properly and maintained in good working condition.
• Monitor product quality, storage conditions and cold-chain compliance throughout production.
• Identify operational challenges and implement improvements to production efficiency, product quality and resource utilisation.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Meat Science, Animal Science, Meat Technology, Food Science and Technology or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of practical experience in commercial meat processing, butchery production, an abattoir or a meat-processing.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or production management experience.
• Proven hands-on competence in carcass breakdown, meat cutting, deboning, trimming, portioning and preparation of different meat cuts.
• Knowledge of meat yield calculations, production planning, stock utilisation, cost control and wastage reduction.
• Practical knowledge of meat hygiene, food safety, cold-chain management and the safe operation and cleaning of meat-processing equipment.

Required Competencies

• Strong practical meat-processing and butchery skills.
• Demonstrated production planning, team leadership and staff-supervision abilities.
• Sound knowledge of meat quality, yield management and wastage control.
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High standards of hygiene, safety, discipline and accountability.

3. STOCK CONTROLLER –

Duty Station:

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of all stock received, issued, transferred, consumed, sold and remaining.
• Record and monitor production and outputs, including livestock, eggs, poultry, pigs, cattle and other products, as applicable to operations.
• Maintain records of livestock numbers, births, deaths, purchases, sales, transfers and movements between units.
• Record production quantities, products dispatched, deliveries and sales-related stock movements.
• Monitor inventory levels of animal feeds, veterinary medicines, agricultural inputs, tools, equipment and other supplies.
• Conduct regular physical stock counts and reconcile actual balances against stock registers and system records.
• Investigate stock discrepancies, identify possible losses or wastage and report irregularities promptly to management.
• Maintain stock cards, inventory registers, production records, goods received notes, stock issue vouchers and supporting documentation.
• Monitor stock consumption against activities and report unusual usage or potential shortages.
• Coordinate with the Manager, production personnel, procurement and accounts to ensure accurate inventory records and timely reporting.
• Prepare periodic stock reports and support internal stock checks and audits.
• Ensure stock is properly documented, stored, safeguarded and issued only with appropriate authorisation.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business Management, Agriculture, Agricultural Management, Purchasing and Supply, Stores Management, Inventory Management, Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in stock control, inventory management, stores administration or agricultural production record-keeping.
• Experience maintaining livestock, poultry, piggery, cattle or other agricultural production records is highly desirable.
• Demonstrable ability to reconcile physical stock against inventory records and investigate discrepancies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using electronic inventory management systems are added advantages.
• Willingness to reside at or near and work according to operational requirements.

Required Competencies

• Strong numerical, analytical and record-keeping skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when reconciling stock and production figures.
• Strong integrity, honesty and accountability in handling company resources.
• Ability to identify discrepancies, maintain reliable records and prepare clear reports.
• Good communication and coordination skills.

4. SECURITY OFFICER

Duty Station: Ndola – Town

Key Responsibilities

• Safeguard company premises, employees, customers, stock and other assets against theft, loss, damage and unauthorised access.
• Verify customers’ purchased items against receipts before goods leave company premises, ensuring that descriptions and quantities match.
• Check incoming deliveries and outgoing goods against receipts, invoices, delivery notes and other authorised documentation.
• Report discrepancies and obtain verification from the responsible supervisor before releasing disputed goods.
• Monitor access to company premises, conduct routine security patrols and maintain vigilance over high-risk areas.
• Maintain occurrence books, visitors’ registers, security logs and records of goods movement.
• Report suspicious activities, suspected theft, security breaches and other incidents promptly to management.
• Enforce security procedures and cooperate with management and relevant departments in investigating incidents.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant security experience, preferably in a retail, butchery, warehouse, or commercial business environment.
• Formal security training or certification is an added advantage.
• Demonstrable experience in access control, loss prevention, goods verification, security patrols and incident reporting.
• Ability to maintain accurate security records and enforce established security procedures.

Required Competencies

• High levels of honesty, vigilance, discipline and accountability.
• Strong observation, communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to identify discrepancies and respond appropriately to security risks.
• Professional conduct, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays, as required.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit the following documents:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications, experience and suitability for the position.
• Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.
• Contact details for at least two professional referees.

Applicants must clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the email subject line or application message.

Applications should be submitted through the application channel specified by Gramus Express Limited on .

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend interviews and practical or technical assessments relevant to the position.

Gramus Express Limited seeks professionals who demonstrate competence, reliability, integrity and a commitment to improving operational performance and safeguarding company resources.