GREATBRANDS RECRUITING : Head of Supply Chain

JOB DESCRIPTION

· The ideal candidate must have a confirmed successful experience of supply chain and/or plant management in the FMCG industry.
· The primary scope of this function is to manage and optimize the entire supply chain process from Demand Planning, to Product Supply, to Importation & Clearance, to the warehousing & distribution management.
· The position is based in Lagos, Nigeria.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Manage the Demand Planning process by enforcing the planning discipline through elaboration and implementation of proper planning tools such as: Sales Forecast, Stock & Sales Report, Performance Report, Week Of Sales/stock and challenge all concerned parties on building blocks to ensure effective rotation of stocks (market trends, sales history & trends, running rate and growth rationales, etc)
· Manage the Product Supply process including MRP, commercial & shipping terms, reconciliation with suppliers, sourcing optimization, suppliers service level agreement, etc
· Manage the different aspects of the logistics operation including importation & clearance, transportation, warehousing and distribution of the goods.
· He will also manage the Third Party Logistics provider to ensure proper storage and distribution of finished goods across Distribution Centers scattered pan Nigeria
· Work closely with the Sales & Marketing teams to ensure constant availability of the products across the country, while avoiding over-stock situation both in-house and at customers end
· Excellent understanding of the fleet operational processes as well as the maintenance and spare parts planning
· Excellent understanding of Quality Assurance and Total Quality Management System

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

· Must be a qualified Supply Chain Manager with successful experience in similar position
· University graduate preferably with Engineering background (electro-mechanical and/or hydraulic)
· A proven track record of driving results through analytical thinking, planning and strategic capabilities
· Bottom line oriented individual with hands on operation and process driven mind set.
· Demonstrated expertise in suppliers and/or TPL providers evaluation and selection, contract negotiation and management, cost modeling and building collaborative supply relationships
· Ability to shift priorities and deal with changing demands in an effective manner
· Ability to align and coordinate resources to deliver results for committed schedules
Perfect command of the English language

Method of Application: If you fit the profile and are interested in challenges please forward comprehensive CV mentioning educational background, details last drawn salary, professional career and giving 2 references along with one recent passport size photograph, copies of all credentials by email to: [email protected]