Promasidor Nigeria Limited Recruits General Manager, Logistics

Promasidor Nigeria Limited, a major player in the Nigeria Food & Beverage Industry, and a member of the 30 years old Promasidor group, present in 30 countries pan-Africa. We are seeking the services of talented, resourceful and experienced persons to fill the under-listed positions

Job Title: General Manager, Logistics
Ref No: LOG 01/13

This role reports directly to the Managing Director

Key Responsibilities/Activities

• Develop and implement strategies to effectively manage different aspects of the logistics function including sourcing, warehousing, procurement and distribution whilst assuring supply, quality services, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead the creation and effective execution of annual savings plan to reduce logistics cost year-over-year and report monthly progress.
• Develop a transportation framework to support efficient distribution of products to desired locations pan Nigeria.
• Lead the development of a procurement strategy that drives initiatives to deliver total business value.
• Facilitate and nurture business relationships with key suppliers and government agencies in line with ethics of corporate governance.
• Ensure that the business operations as regards logistics are in compliance with all legislative requirements and laws of the land.
• Work closely with other function heads to manage, plan and optimize logistics operations and inventory management in order to support production planning.
• Constantly review and enhance operations processes to meet logistics standards and to drive business process improvement.
• Develop, implement and monitor internal controls for the logistics function.
• Guide and promote development of knowledge and relevant skills within the logistics function.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum of a first degree in a relevant field from a reputable university, additional academic qualification and professional certification in the field of logistics would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 12 years’ work experience in a Logistics Function with at least 5 years in a similar role in an FMCG company.

Application Closing Date
9th April, 2013

Method of Application
Interested Candidates should send their Curriculum Vitae/Resumes using the Job Title and Reference as SUBJECT to:
[email protected]

Please Note: Only Short listed Candidates will be contacted.