Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Jobs at British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited

British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of the British American Tobacco Group is a leading producer of tobacco products in Nigeria.

Sourcing Manager – Operations
Location: Lagos and Ibadan
Reference Number: OM/NIG/NGN/SM/10-10-11
Remuneration: TBA
Reports to: Procurement Business Manager
Requisition Number: 2
BAT Careers in Nigeria: Sourcing Manager – Operations
Main Duties
To manage negotiation and supplier selection within the framework of any category strategies or sourcing strategies
To apply the agreed global policies, standards and platforms
Provide forecasts on prices and market changes as an input into planning where appropriate.
To own commercial supply base management building strong internal and external business relationships to ensure the delivery of the category goals
To facilitate the creation of supplier SLA’s and performance check-points
Manage and resolve contractual performance issues and escalate where required
To identify new products and services that may impact on sourcing execution and escalate to the Procurement Business Manager Operations.
  To propose and/or develop alternate solutions alongside new products and services 
Responsible for the development and execution of sourcing plans within the area.
To ensure the end market category sourcing and contracts meet the business requirements through the execution of the strategic sourcing process.
To apply global policies, standards and platforms including the agreed Sourcing Management methodology and approach and to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT’s service delivery and commercial risk.
To lead the process of sourcing execution to ensure delivery of the stakeholder requirements and targets
To drive and facilitate “source to contract” for specific end market categories
This includes the resolution of any contracts related issues and includes one-off spend items.
 To ensure contracts are completed for all relevant agreements and that SLA’s (Service Level Agreements) have been agreed with the relevant business owner. 

Key Outputs:
Report performance against target to End Market Procurement Business Manager
  Deliver sourcing targets for their % of category spend 
Deliver service level expectations (supply, quality, innovation, risk management)
  Deliver robust contracts consistent with BAT’s standard terms & conditions

Qualification & Requirements:
Experience of sourcing at a local level for a period of 2 years minimum
High level of commercial awareness and strong numerical ability
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proven negotiation skills and influencing skills: able to influence business partners and suppliers as well as the ability to be assertive if required to ensure compliance to contract.
Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships working across geographic boundaries
A focus on service delivery and savings
Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant business discipline
  CIPS Corporate Diploma in Purchasing and/or membership of The Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply or equivalent country qualification or membership would be an advantage 
Thorough knowledge of supply market, supplier capabilities and competitor activity, and expected trends at a local level
Proven capability of applying supplier management techniques to ensure contracted benefits are delivered
Supplier and contract management experience
Detailed understanding of financial evaluation and interpretation of supplier’s records and their key cost and business drivers
Full understanding of the category total cost model, cost drivers and all factors needed to ensure a robust agreement for BAT (including specification and testing requirements).
Understanding of the processes, timelines and constraints for the development and delivery of new products
Professional knowledge of procurement principals, including high order negotiation skills
  Sound knowledge of corporate regulations and legislation to ensure the creation of effective group contracts

How To Apply
Dead Line:
This vacancy expires on 21st October 2011

MTN Careers in Nigeria: Field Routine Engineer

Job Description
 Job Title: Field Routine Engineer
Department:Network Group
Location:Lagos
Main Duties
Compile information and report on the availability of the transmission network in line with the Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Validate antenna orientations and corrections if required
Ensure routine maintenance documentation is completed and stored in the site file and soft copy on the k-drive.
Ensure security and network Integrity documentation is completed and adhered to.
Maintain a comprehensive set of records of all transmission links, BTS sites, power equipment and spares for all sites within designated area
Complete checklists and timesheets on maintenance procedures and maintain records of schedule maintenance procedures
Perform routine O&PM procedures as prescribed for Radio (2G and 3G), transmission links and Powers systems, checks on site infrastructure and any other equipment and resolve all faults on Power, BTS, NodeB and Transmission links
Perform radio and transmission antenna systems integrity test (connectors, earthing, waterproofing, supporting arm, clamps etc) Structural Test, Inventories, Power supply and Antenna Test
Monitor and rectify all environmental, radio, transmission, and internal alarm triggers

Job Conditions:
Tool of trade vehicle provided Normal MTNN working conditions. National travel and a valid drivers license. On standby 24/7 throughout the year. Overtime and the performance of call out duties are essential. Driving in high-risk areas and travelling high mileages is mandatory. Working at elevated heights and in extreme environmental conditions is a requirement. The use of safety climbing equipment while working at elevated heights is compulsory
Reporting To: Team Lead, Field Routine

Qualification & Requirements:
B.Sc Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications)/Mechanical Engineering
2 years experience in implementation and maintenance of power and cooling systems preferably in the telecommunications industry
Experience in transmission and radio planning and climbing towers is desirable
Radio frequency propagation and radio/Micro Wave equipment installation and or maintenance.
B.Sc Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications)/Mechanical Engineering
4 years RF & BTS, transmission and electrical experience with a GSM or Wireless Telecomm operator which includes:

How To Apply
Dead Line:
This vacancy expires on 27th October 2011

Job at General Electric: Experienced Commercial Leadership Program

General Electric (GE) is recruiting for Experienced Commercial Leadership Program
Job Number: 1427910
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Marketing
Function Segment: Commercial Marketing
Locations: South Africa, Angola, Central African Republic, Algeria, Ethiopia, Ghana,  Kenya, Nigeria, Sudan
Relocation Assistance:  No
ECLP accelerates the development of commercial savvy talent through a structured program combining coursework, job assignments and interactive seminars. The program consists of three, eight-month rotational assignments within the strategic, regional and/or product marketing or sales segments. Rotations provide experiences such as strategic growth and innovation, forecasting and analytics, market assessment, competitive intelligence, product management, customer and market segmentation, pricing and commercialization. To supplement on-the-job learning, program members strengthen their commercial, business, and leadership skills by completing six weeks of in-residence training over the two year program. 
 These positions can be based in any of the main EMEA hubs. The first rotation as well as the off-program placement will be based in the candidates’ home country. It is essential that the candidates have work authorization in the home country. 

GE Careers in Nigeria: Experienced Commercial Leadership Program
ECLP exposes members to multiple segments within a given GE business. This rotational experience will highlight the diversity that differentiates GE from other companies and will help to accelerate learning. Upon successful completion of the program, ECLP graduates will be considered for key commercial roles in GE. Members may be required to relocate 2-3 times while on program.
 ECLP is one of GE’s world-famous leadership development programs. To supplement on-the-job learning, program participants will strengthen their commercial, business, and leadership skills by completing an intensive curriculum consisting of six weeks of classroom training and in-residence global symposiums. The program is global in scope with participants from the North America, Latin America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa), China, Japan, SE Asia, and India. 

 Role Summary/Purpose:
The Experienced Commercial Leadership Program (ECLP) is GE’s premier development program for high potential individuals seeking a career in sales and marketing. Successful ECLPs will be hired into one of GE’s businesses in Africa (multiple countries): GE CapitaL, GE Technology Infrastructure, GE Energy Infrastructure or GE Home & Business Solutions.

 Qualifications & Requirements:
Strong analytical, project management and organizational skills 
MBA/Masters degree and 5-7 years of work experience 
  Knowledge of the industry (be it Energy, Transportation, Financial Services, Healthcare, depending on the hiring GE business) 
Demonstrated achievement and leadership in sales and/or marketing 
  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to embrace change
 Fluency in English and a second EMEA language 

How To Apply

Job in Cadbury: Graduate Trainees

Cadbury Nigeria Plc, a subsidiary of Kraft Foods Inc., the second largest food business
in the world, is a leading player in the FMCG sector of the Nigerian economy, with existence spanning decades in the Nigerian market. We make today delicious by our array of iconic brands renowned nationwide for quality.
Having restructured our operations and returned to a path of profitable growth, the company is embarking on a transformational agenda involving the expansion of its brand portfolios and categories. The plan also covers substantial investments in the upgrade and modernization of our manufacturing operations to meet world class standards that will deliver our business aspirations.
As part of these initiatives, Cadbury Nigeria desires to recruit dynamic, passionate and result oriented professionals to fill the following positions:

Graduate Trainees
Candidates who successfully go through our rigorous selection process will be exposed to a quick-thinking and great execution environment; a global brand that assures a rewarding career to aspire to and can expect real responsibility for day one. At the end of the 12 months traineeship program, successful candidates can look forward to a role that will have real impact on a business that is on a high growth path. 

Qualification & Requirements:
      • A good first degree (minimum of second class lower) in engineering, physical sciences and social sciences from a reputable institution
      • Must have completed NYSC
      • Not older than 28 years
      • Strategic orientation, interpersonal and management skills.
   
 
Company Secretary & WA Legal Counsel
Reporting to the Chief Counsel, Sub-Saharan Africa, the successful candidate will sit on the WA leadership team and board of management. The role will manage all legal, governance and compliance issues relating to the legal entities in WA including adjacent markets. Specific responsibilities will include to:
     
      Execute the secretariat function with excellence through proactive management on corporate governance and compliance of the Company to comply with local regulatory bodies and to ensure compliance with global compliance (in particular US listing rules).
      Lead negotiations on agreements with third parties, many of a complex nature and of significant financial or strategic value to the Company.
      Establish and drive processes providing proactive advice to assist all levels of management to maximize legal and business opportunities and to minimize legal and business risks.
      Litigation management – including management of external legal counsel and other professional advisers as necessary and managing associated costs.
      Establish systems and processes to ensure efficiency in management of the legal function and to act as a business partner.
      Proactively support and monitor general compliance adherence of employees, prepare and organize compliance trainings and workshops, liaise with the Regional Compliance Officer and assist him/her as a local trainer for compliance initiatives.
      Lead investigations into compliance matters, advice and lead on legal issues pertaining to Special Situations
 
Qualification & Requirements:
      • Good first degree – LLB/BL, from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s) will be an advantage
      • Minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant experience with at least 5 years in managerial capacity in a similar role, preferably in FMCG or reputable law firms
      • Extensive experience in managing company secretarial functions and external board
      • Extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, with strong ability to break down legal principles to simple commercial solutions appropriate to business needs
      • Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills

Internal Auditor
Reporting to the Head, Internal Audit, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and performing audits across areas and locations. The role will ensure that controls embedded in company processes are adequate. Specific responsibilities will include to:

     
      Prepare work programs for assigned audits and conduct audit assignments
      Document work done in the form of work papers and in accordance with internal audit policies and procedures
      Provide timely and comprehensive feedback to the Head, Internal Audit on the implementation of assigned engagements
      Coordinate the execution of company’s control self assessment process and collate findings
      Monitor changes to company’s policies and procedures, documenting and storing such data in the database maintained by the unit
      Provide technical inputs to resolve issues on assigned engagements
 
Qualification & Requirements:
      • Good first degree in accounting, finance or any related discipline from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s) , such as MBA, will be an advantage
      • Possession of professional qualification, such as ACA or ACCA, is essential
      • Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in a similar role, preferably in the FMCG or “big 4” audit firms
      • Ability to analyse, evaluate and review information pertaining to audits and audit reports
      • Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills.

Fixed Asset Manager
Reporting to the Business Intelligence Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the activities involved with developing and maintaining a fixed asset register for the company. The role will work closely with corporate finance to ensure timely and effective month-end close and assist with capex monitoring and analysis. Specific responsibilities will include to:
     
      Coordinate and perform activities related to physical counting of company assets
      Assist in the establishment and maintenance of policies and procedures for control of fixed assets
      Determine depreciation methods and useful lives of fixed asserts, maintain depreciation schedules with updates as necessary
      Develop and maintain records to capture investments and disposed or transferred items for accurate reporting
      Generate and distribute reports needed to reconcile fixed assets to register, as well as for annual audit in accordance to IFRS and USGAP standards
      Ensure prompt provision of documentary evidence for capital work in progress (CWIP) and fixed assets to relevant authorities for capital allowance
     
Qualification & Requirements:
      •Good first degree in accounting, finance or any related discipline from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s) , such as MBA, will be an advantage
      •Possession of professional qualification, such as ACA or ACCA, is essential
      •Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in a similar role, preferably in the FMCG sector
      •In depth knowledge and application of fixed asset accounting and demonstrable knowledge of Nigerian GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards
      •Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills.

Marketing Manager
Reporting to the Marketing Director, the successful candidate will manage a category within our business. The role will drive the category through a faster growth agenda for the expansion of market share.  Specific responsibilities will include to:
     
      Lead the development and execution of marketing strategies for the category to drive profitable growth
      Create and execute, with excellence, point of awareness and point of consumption plans. This includes above the line and below the line, plus influencing the point of buy plans
      Work effectively with key external partner agencies to deliver the above
      Commission, create and use insight to ensure the identification of future growth opportunities that will deliver for the consumer and the customer
      Lead, manage, motivate and develop the brand management team to ensure that they can deliver and grow
      Ensure the positive and competitive margin delivery of brand(s) within the category to both Cadbury and the trade channels
      Manage marketing investments for the brand(s) effectively to deliver agreed strategies
       
Qualification & Requirements:
      • Good first degree in any related discipline from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s) , such as MBA, will be an advantage
      • Possession of professional qualification, such as APCON, is essential
      • Minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant experience with at least 5 years in managerial capacity in a similar role, preferably in multinational FMCG environment
      • Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills
     
Category Procurement Manager
Reporting to the Head, Procurement, the successful candidate will have responsibility for strategic management of spend in the category. The role will drive material/service procurement to deliver reduced TCO, good quality materials/services OTIF to support overall supply chain and business agenda. Specific responsibilities will include to:
     
      Develop a sourcing strategy including a Category Business Plan for spend category
      Implement and analyzes business opportunities and procurement costs to assist in reducing costs through regional sourcing
      Evaluate total value chain to define the best way of purchase and, in conjunction with Head, Procurement and lead managers, define the best sourcing procurement process
      Negotiate and set up long-term relationships with strategic suppliers, including effective management and monitoring of vendor contracts
      Develop & ensure alignment of local agenda for the category area working closely with the region lead manager
      Set local contracts to ensure that benefits are delivered (Service Level Agreements), and participate in supply chain review
      Work with global suppliers to develop quality assurance and continuous improvement programs
     
 
Qualification & Requirements:
      • Good first degree in any related discipline from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s) , such as MBA,  and professional qualification, will be an advantage
      • Minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years in managerial capacity in a similar role, preferably in the FMCG sector
      • Demonstrable knowledge of global procurement principles and good understanding of commodity and general supply market
      • Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills.

Microbiologist
Reporting to the Quality Manager, the successful candidate will have responsibility for managing the micro laboratory in with our food safety systems and processes. Specific responsibilities will include to:
     
      Ensure the effective management of the microbiology laboratory to provide prompt, quality and reliable testing results for relevant business decisions
      Provide technical and laboratory testing support to production
      Assure the quality of raw materials, semi-finished and finished products according to KF guidelines, ISO standards, HACCP system and relevant legal requirements
      Validate hygiene within manufacturing environments through microbiology environmental sampling and testing
      Ensure all testing including proficiency testing are carried out in a timely and accurate manner to agreed schedule and all results correctly documented
      
Qualifications & Requirements:
      • Good first degree in microbiology from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s)  and professional qualification will be an advantage
      • Minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant experience with at least 3 years in managerial capacity in a similar role, preferably in the Foods or Pharmaceutical industry
      • Excellent knowledge of GLP, GMP, HACCP standards, ISO food safety and quality systems
      • Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of laboratory management processes and information management systems
      • Excellent knowledge of national and global food safety regulations
      • Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills

Head, Internal Audit
Reporting to the Finance and Strategy Director, the successful candidate will have oversight responsibility for the audit unit, ensuring compliance with all internal control processes and procedures. The role will drive compliance with all titles of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2006 as it affects the operations of Cadbury across West Africa. Specific responsibilities will include to:
     
      Maintain and execute approved audit schedule which provides adequate audit coverage of all local operations in line with best practice.
      Coordinate audit activities with external auditors and group auditors.
      Ensure proper documentation and testing related to corporate governance issues, including Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404.
      Propose value-added management actions emanating from various audits and investigations.
      Recommend changes in policies and procedures to increase operational efficiencies and improve on safeguards over the assets of the business.
      Serve as liaison and arbiter on key issues between operational management and internal audit findings.
      Participate in all audit closing meetings and ensure that management agrees with the findings and the management action points.
      Serve as business consultant and partner, while maintaining audit independence. Edit and finalize all audit reports and audit communications
      Provide leadership, strategic direction and guidelines in the development of internal control framework and ensure that the framework addresses all risk areas and location

Qualification & Requirements:
      • Good first degree in accounting, finance or any related discipline from a reputable institution. Higher degree(s) , such as MBA, will be an advantage
      • Possession of professional qualification, such as ACA or ACCA, is essential
      • Minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant experience with at least 5 years in managerial capacity in a similar role, preferably in the FMCG or “big 4” audit firms
      • Ability to analyse, evaluate and review information pertaining to audits and audit reports
      • Strong strategic orientation, demonstrable leadership, interpersonal and financial management skills
     
How To Apply
To apply, please visit www.dragnetnigeria.com/cadbury and follow instructions, All applications will be treated in confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Dead Line:
This vacancy expires within 2 weeks from date of publication

Jobs at PZ Cussons Nigeria: Retail Manager

Job Title: Retail Manager
All Business Units - Lagos
 
The Role: Retail Manager (Grade 6) 
 
The successful candidate will be required to:   
  • Meet sales target for the store.
  • Ensure the compliance of standards for quality, customer service, health and safety and resolve all legal and security issues where necessary.
  • Manage stock levels and make key decisions about stock control.
  • Analyse sales figures/data, interpret trends to facilitate planning and forecast future sales volume to maximise profits.
  • Manage stock levels and make key decisions about stock control.
  • Ensure the compliance of standards for quality, customer service, health and safety and resolve all legal and security issues where necessary.
  • Tour the sales floor regularly, speak with colleagues and respond to customers’ complaints or comments thereby resolving all urgent issues.
  • Promote the organization locally by liaising with local businesses, newspapers and the community in general.
  • Organize special promotions, displays and events.
  • Monitor local competitors, market trends in the retail industry and create awareness of forth coming customer initiatives.
  • Initiate changes to improve the business e.g. revising opening hours to ensure the store can compete effectively with the local market.
  • Ensure adherence to the Retail Operations procedure manual.
  • Update colleagues on business performance, new initiatives and other pertinent issues.
  • Manage and motivate team to increase sales and ensure efficiency.
  • Drive the effective co-ordination of staff including interview of potential hires training and development, conduct appraisals and performance reviews.
 
 
The Person: 
The successful candidate will be required to possess:   
  • A B.Sc. degree in any Engineering discipline would be preferred.
  • Excellent customer service, selling and Interpersonal skills.
  • 3 -5 years sales management experience with electronics or home appliances in a fast paced environment.
  • The ability for self-motivation and multi-tasking.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to act independently.
  • Good retail management skills.
  • A high level of enthusiasm, drive and resilience.
  • Effective team management skills.
  • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet explorer.
 
Please note that only qualified candidates will be shortlisted
 
Closing date: 24 October 2011

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