• Application Deadline:
• Position: Supply Chain Manager - FMCG


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 8 years


• Location Lagos


• City Lekki


• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  

Description 

• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.


• Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, at sites, and in the factory.


• Maintains the required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production.


• Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase the efficiency of the supply chain and profitability for the company.


• Develop policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implement subsequent changes to processes.


• Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.


• Negotiates prices for raw materials and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companies.


• Participates as an advisory member of the product development team, providing information and guidance on the availability and cost of supplies and materials.


• Acts as part of the team coordinating engineering changes, product line extensions, or new product launches to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitions.


• Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Educational Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field required.


• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a supply chain manager or supervisor with a manufacturing company


• Other supply chain or logistics certifications will be an added advantage

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.


• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Thorough understanding of company products and logistics.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.