Supply Chain Manager at Talent Towers

Talent Towers is a premier recruitment and talent management firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. Our core expertise lies in connecting businesses with top-tier talent across diverse industries. With a focus on providing customized and innovative recruitment solutions, we ensure that every client’s unique workforce needs are met with efficiency, professionalism, and speed.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Overview

• The Supply Chain Manager will oversee and manage the supply chain operations of the Group, ensuring the efficient flow of goods and services across all subsidiaries, including hospital management, wellness, diagnostics, occupational health, aesthetics, PPE manufacturing, and medical real estate. The role will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of quality medical supplies, optimize inventory, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Strategy & Operations:

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals across all subsidiaries.
• Coordinate and manage procurement, production, warehousing, logistics, and distribution of medical supplies, equipment, and services.
• Ensure efficient inventory management systems to prevent shortages and overstocking.

Vendor & Supplier Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, prices, and delivery schedules.
• Ensure suppliers meet regulatory and quality standards, especially in critical areas like PPE and medical equipment supply.

Logistics & Distribution:

• Oversee logistics operations, ensuring the timely and cost-effective distribution of products across the Group’s business units.
• Optimize transportation and warehousing strategies to reduce costs while maintaining high service levels.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with all healthcare-related regulations, including those governing PPE manufacturing and hospital supplies.
• Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, including those related to supplier performance, regulatory changes, and market dynamics.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supply chain professionals across various departments.
• Foster collaboration between supply chain, finance, operations, and other key departments to drive operational efficiency.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain processes, focusing on cost reduction, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Leverage technology and data analytics to improve decision-making and streamline operations.

Collaboration with Business Units:

• Work closely with the various business units, including hospitals, laboratories, and wellness centers, to understand their unique supply chain needs and tailor strategies accordingly.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional certifications (e.g., CSCP, CIPS) are advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in healthcare or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing supply chain operations for multi-location or multi-business-unit organizations.
• Experience working with suppliers in regulated environments, especially in the medical or pharmaceutical sectors.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain systems, ERP, and inventory management software.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams.

Personal Attributes:

• Results-driven with a focus on achieving strategic goals.
• Proactive and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to compliance.

Application Closing Date
15th October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send updated CV to: recruitment@talenttowers.ng using the job title as the subject of the email.