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KPMG - Our client, a leading national conglomerate operating in various sectors of the economy, has recently embarked on several expansion projects across its focus sectors including investments in new frontiers. In line with its growth and transformation agenda, the client is also investing in re-positioning and restructuring its operations, with the goal of creating an enduring business with appropriate structures and synergies.
The flour business operates plants in multiple locations across the country and expects to more than double its existing capacity from on going expansion of existing plants and greenfield projects As a result, the client seeks to fill the following key positions:
As part of this effort, the Company new seeks to recruit self-driven, experienced and motivated individuals to fill select positions within its flour business.
Job Title: Head, Logistics (HL - FL003)
Reporting to the Executive Director, Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the smooth running of the logistics function by ensuring cost-efficient and effective movement and storage of input materials in order to ensure consistent availability of raw materials at all the Company’s plants in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities
Champion the development and articulation of the logistics function’s strategy, policies and processes and ensure alignment with the corporate strategy, goals arid objectives.
Oversee the planning for and coordination of the transportation of input materials in order to ensure timely delivery.
Develop and implement strategies and tactics for improving operational efficiencies for the transportation of input materials, while improving service levels and reducing cost.
Ensure effective relationship management with third party service providers within the supply chain (such as transporters, etc), and monitor compliance with agreed service levels.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in relevant discipline from a reputable higher institution.
Professional qualification in transport, logistics operations/management, supply chain management, and/ or other related field is an advantage.
A minimum of ten (10) years’ work experience, with at least four (4) years experience in a senior management position. Cognate experience within the Nigerian food manufacturing environment is desirable.
In-depth understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the flour sector.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of the input materials (e.g. wheat) required in the production of flour.
Strong understanding of the logistics and distribution network for manufactured products and inputs in Nigeria.
Working knowledge of transportation logistics HSE policies.
Strong leadership, negotiating and influencing skills.
Good networking skills, particularly relationship building, interpersonal arid communication skills.
High ethical standards and integrity.
Application Closing Date
22nd February, 2013
Method of Application
Qualified and Interested candidates should send applications with the relevant job title and code stated in the subject line of the email to:
corporaterecruitment@ng.kpmg.com
Each application must include:
A cover letter indicating the applicant’s position of interest and detailed contact information.
Applicant’s updated curriculum vitae.
Copies of relevant credentials and certificates.
All applications will be treated In confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The flour business operates plants in multiple locations across the country and expects to more than double its existing capacity from on going expansion of existing plants and greenfield projects As a result, the client seeks to fill the following key positions:
As part of this effort, the Company new seeks to recruit self-driven, experienced and motivated individuals to fill select positions within its flour business.
Job Title: Head, Logistics (HL - FL003)
Reporting to the Executive Director, Operations, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the smooth running of the logistics function by ensuring cost-efficient and effective movement and storage of input materials in order to ensure consistent availability of raw materials at all the Company’s plants in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities
Champion the development and articulation of the logistics function’s strategy, policies and processes and ensure alignment with the corporate strategy, goals arid objectives.
Oversee the planning for and coordination of the transportation of input materials in order to ensure timely delivery.
Develop and implement strategies and tactics for improving operational efficiencies for the transportation of input materials, while improving service levels and reducing cost.
Ensure effective relationship management with third party service providers within the supply chain (such as transporters, etc), and monitor compliance with agreed service levels.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in relevant discipline from a reputable higher institution.
Professional qualification in transport, logistics operations/management, supply chain management, and/ or other related field is an advantage.
A minimum of ten (10) years’ work experience, with at least four (4) years experience in a senior management position. Cognate experience within the Nigerian food manufacturing environment is desirable.
In-depth understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the flour sector.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of the input materials (e.g. wheat) required in the production of flour.
Strong understanding of the logistics and distribution network for manufactured products and inputs in Nigeria.
Working knowledge of transportation logistics HSE policies.
Strong leadership, negotiating and influencing skills.
Good networking skills, particularly relationship building, interpersonal arid communication skills.
High ethical standards and integrity.
Application Closing Date
22nd February, 2013
Method of Application
Qualified and Interested candidates should send applications with the relevant job title and code stated in the subject line of the email to:
corporaterecruitment@ng.kpmg.com
Each application must include:
A cover letter indicating the applicant’s position of interest and detailed contact information.
Applicant’s updated curriculum vitae.
Copies of relevant credentials and certificates.
All applications will be treated In confidence. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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