### **Job Descriptions for Boaz Trading PLC’s Production Team**
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#### **1. Position Title**: Product Manager
**Department**: Production
**Reports To**: Head of Production
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**:
Lead the development of Boaz’s two-tiered product line (Cannes Collection and Everyday Line), ensuring designs honor Ethiopian heritage while appealing to global markets.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Manage the end-to-end product lifecycle, from concept to launch.
- Collaborate with designers and artisans to integrate cultural motifs (e.g., Aksumite patterns) into modern designs.
- Analyze market trends to align products with consumer demand in local and international markets.
- Coordinate with the Supply Chain and Sales teams to ensure timely production and delivery.
**Qualifications**:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Business, or related field.
- 5+ years in product management, preferably in apparel or lifestyle brands.
- Experience working with culturally inspired products.
**Skills**:
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite or CLO3D.
- Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration.
- Fluency in Amharic and English.
**Benefits**:
- Health insurance, annual bonuses, and cultural immersion trips to artisan communities.
- Professional development grants for design courses.
**Application Instructions**:
Submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter highlighting your experience with cultural products to careers@boaztrading.com with the subject line “Product Manager Application.”
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#### **2. Position Title**: Manufacturing Engineer
**Department**: Production
**Reports To**: Head of Production
**Location**: Hawassa Industrial Park, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**:
Optimize production efficiency and sustainability at Boaz’s Hawassa facility, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality output.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Implement lean manufacturing techniques to reduce waste by 20%.
- Oversee machinery maintenance and troubleshoot production bottlenecks.
- Train staff on sustainable practices (e.g., solar-powered stitching units).
- Collaborate with the Sustainability Officer to meet GOTS compliance.
**Qualifications**:
- Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field.
- 3+ years in apparel manufacturing, preferably in organic textiles.
- Knowledge of Ethiopian labor and environmental regulations.
**Skills**:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar tools.
- Problem-solving in resource-constrained environments.
- Fluency in Sidama or Amharic.
**Benefits**:
- Housing allowance for relocating employees.
- Performance-based bonuses tied to waste reduction goals.
**Application Instructions**:
Send your CV and a brief essay on “Sustainable Manufacturing in Ethiopia” to manufacturingcareers@boaztrading.com.
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#### **3. Position Title**: Artisan Coordinator
**Department**: Production
**Reports To**: Product Manager
**Location**: Arba Minch, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Contract (Renewable)
**Summary**:
Bridge Boaz’s production team with local artisans, preserving traditional craftsmanship while ensuring ethical collaboration.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Liaise with weavers (e.g., Dorze tribe) and embroiderers for handcrafted details.
- Negotiate Fair Trade agreements, ensuring artisans receive 20% above market rates.
- Document traditional techniques for design archives.
- Resolve logistical challenges between rural artisans and urban production hubs.
**Qualifications**:
- Diploma in Cultural Studies, Textile Arts, or related field.
- 2+ years working with Ethiopian artisan communities.
- Familiarity with Oromo or Gamo languages.
**Skills**:
- Conflict resolution and community engagement.
- Basic financial literacy for budgeting artisan payments.
**Benefits**:
- Travel stipends for site visits to artisan villages.
- Annual craft workshops to learn traditional skills.
**Application Instructions**:
Apply with a resume and a 2-minute video introducing yourself in a local dialect to artisans@boaztrading.com.
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#### **4. Position Title**: Quality Assurance Specialist
**Department**: Production
**Reports To**: Head of Production
**Location**: Hawassa Industrial Park, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**:
Ensure all products meet GOTS organic standards and Boaz’s ethical commitments.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Conduct daily inspections of cotton batches, dyes, and finished products.
- Audit supplier farms for compliance with organic practices.
- Train production staff on quality control protocols.
- Maintain records for certifications and export compliance.
**Qualifications**:
- Degree in Textile Science, Chemistry, or related field.
- 3+ years in quality assurance, preferably in organic textiles.
- GOTS certification training.
**Skills**:
- Attention to detail and analytical testing (e.g., pH levels for dyes).
- Knowledge of AGOA export requirements.
**Benefits**:
- Health screenings and protective equipment provided.
- Certification sponsorship (e.g., ISO 9001).
**Application Instructions**:
Email your CV and a reference letter from a previous employer to qajobs@boaztrading.com.
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#### **5. Position Title**: Supply Chain Coordinator
**Department**: Production
**Reports To**: Head of Production
**Location**: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
**Job Type**: Full-Time
**Summary**:
Secure resilient sourcing for materials, balancing local authenticity and global reliability.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Manage relationships with Bahir Dar cotton farms and European fabric suppliers.
- Optimize logistics routes via Djibouti port to reduce delays.
- Develop contingency plans for political or environmental disruptions.
- Track inventory using blockchain tools for transparency.
**Qualifications**:
- Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business.
- 3+ years in apparel/fashion logistics.
- Experience with ERP software (e.g., SAP).
**Skills**:
- Negotiation with international vendors.
- Crisis management and multilingual communication.
**Benefits**:
- Hybrid work model (3 days on-site, 2 remote).
- Annual profit-sharing for cost-saving initiatives.
**Application Instructions**:
Submit your resume and a case study on resolving a supply chain crisis to supplychain@boaztrading.com.
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**Why This Works**:
Each role is tailored to Boaz’s mission of blending Ethiopian heritage with global scalability, ensuring ethical practices, cultural preservation, and operational efficiency.
