Cold-room Manager at Sure-protein Hub

Sure-protein Hub is a protein supermarket and cold room facility situated in the Ikotun/Igando area of Lagos. The company is dedicated to providing high-quality, well-preserved frozen protein products, including beef, chicken, turkey, and sausages, through efficient cold room operations and exceptional customer service. We serve a diverse clientele, such as households, retailers, and food service businesses, with a strong focus on operational excellence, hygiene, and dependability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Cold-room Manager

Location: Ikotun / Igando - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Cold Room Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and efficient functioning of the cold room facility.
• The role oversees product procurement, customer acquisition, inventory management, operations coordination, and revenue growth.
• The Manager ensures seamless business operations, drives sales through active marketing, and maintains high standards of cold-chain integrity, hygiene, and customer service.

Responsibilities
Operational Leadership and Management:

• Oversee all cold room activities and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain optimal product quality through consistent temperature monitoring and cold-chain compliance.
• Coordinate receiving, storage, stock rotation, and dispatch activities.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning and arrange repairs/maintenance promptly.
• Enforce operational policies, SOPs, and safety standards.

Marketing and Business Development:

• Mobilise customers into the cold room through targeted field marketing and customer engagement strategies.
• Conduct market research to identify potential customer locations (restaurants, caterers, supermarkets, food vendors, hotels, etc.).
• Visit customer locations regularly to promote products and secure bulk orders.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships to ensure repeat patronage.
• Develop marketing campaigns and promotional activities to increase visibility and sales.

Procurement and Supplier Management:

• Source and select reliable suppliers for all frozen protein products.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Plan product purchases based on demand forecasts and sales trends.
• Ensure timely replenishment of stock to avoid shortages or overstocking.

Inventory and Financial Oversight:

• Oversee stock counts, variance reconciliation, and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure efficient stock rotation to minimise waste.
• Monitor daily sales, expenses, and operational costs.
• Work with management to set sales targets and ensure consistent achievement.

Team Leadership and Administration:

• Supervise cold room supervisors, assistants, handlers, and front-desk staff.
• Assign duties, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Conduct training on product handling, customer service, and hygiene practices.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational and sales reports.

Requirements

• HND / B.Sc. in Public or Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in cold room operations, retail management, FMCG marketing, or supply-chain leadership.
• Strong marketing and customer acquisition skills.
• Solid understanding of cold-chain logistics and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and inventory/point-of-sale software.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and commitment to business growth.

Core Competence:

• Strategic Operations Management
• Marketing & Customer Acquisition
• Supplier and Vendor Management
• Inventory & Stock Control
• Leadership & Team Coordination
• Problem-Solving
• Financial Awareness
• Customer Relationship Management.

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@straightgatepublishers.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and resumption is immediate.