Receptionist at APM Terminals (Maersk Nigeria)

APM Terminals is one of the largest container terminal operators in the world. The diverse portfolio includes substantial interests in more than 40 ports around the globe. We continue to actively develop and invest in new projects and opportunities in ports and terminal management. In terms of the future, we are determined to stay at the forefront of our industry by providing value-adding e-business solutions, customer relations management and innovative use of technologies.

APM Terminals commenced operations in Nigeria in March, 2006. Apapa is Nigeria's largest port and contains a number of wharfs. To date, the staff comprises over 700 highly skilled and motivated foreign and local staff. We stand for operational excellence – from modern equipment, facilities, advanced technology and proven processes and terminal management. We are currently looking for an individual who share our commitment to providing services that are second-to-none.

Job Title: Receptionist - APM Terminals,

Location: Apapa, Lagos, Nigeria

Ref: 62588

This position offers an outstanding opportunity to join the global team at APM Terminals Apapa and contribute to the success of the organization. The position reports to the Administrative Supervisor.

Key Accountabilities

• Welcomes visitors, determines nature of business & announces to appropriate personnel.
• Organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments.
• Dealing with incoming and outgoing mails, faxes, post and courier shipments.
• Provision of timely & accurate administrative support to maintain day to day efficiencies in the office. Liaising with clients, suppliers, vendors and other staff as appropriate.
• Manages meeting room administration and use.
• Manage the Management team offices and ensure safety of its properties and neatness of the environment.
• Assists with the arrangement of social events, logistics and transportation.
• Devising and maintaining office systems to deal efficiently with paper flow and filing.
• Organizing and storing paperwork, documents and computer-based information.
• Producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations.
• Screening telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate.

Your Profile

• University degree in Humanities, Business or related field.
• Requires at least one year of progressively more responsible administrative work experience.
• High drive and interest in taking on new task.
• A high level of understanding of office procedures is essential.
• Fluent in English; both written and spoken.
• Well-organized, timely and persistent.
• Must have good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of co-workers and individuals.
• Must be able to handle matters of company business with confidentiality and integrity.
• Must be able to use various office machines, such as copy machine, fax machine, Binding Machine etc.
• Must have sound knowledge & ability to use a multi-line telephone system.

We offer

• A truly international working environment in a modern working location
• Value and team-based leadership
• An open and engaging working environment
• A wide range of international career opportunities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment
• Competitive compensation packages 

Application

This position is a local position, based in Lagos, Nigeria and will remain posted until 30/March/2012.

Please click link below to apply and ensure to upload/attach a recent CV. For all internal applications please note that HR will contact your local HR to request for your staff card upon receipt of your application.


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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

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Dead Line:
This vacancy expires on 21st October 2011

Jobs at BAT Nigeria: Material Requirement Planning Manager

BAT Nigeria is recruiting for a Material Requirement Planning Manager to be based in Ibadan.

 

Material Requirement Planning Manager
Reports to: Supply Chain Planning Manager

Principal Accountabilities

# To ensure that WMS requirement/Supplies and Leaf necessary to meet approved stock durations and production for BAT WAA are achieved. Ensure that requisitions are processed for OTIF procurement of WMS. Effectively manage total pipeline inventory to keep the cash flow within budget. Maintain adequate relationship with import team, NPI coordinator, commercial and other stakeholders. Provide up to date management information on trends and events to enhance rapid decision making within WMS function.

# To ensure that new products or material changes are effected with minimal write off and delivered OTIF. Develop an effective tracking of all planned changes or brand introductions. Maintain adequate relationship with WAA Commercial and other stakeholders to achieve perfect alignment on all planned changes. Provide up to date management information and reporting to enhance decision making and guide the right compromise.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

* The jobholder should be a graduate with a bias in Science and at least 3 year experience gained in a supply chain planning manufacturing environment (Preferably FMCG Company).
* Working SAP System Knowledge – MM, PP & SD Modules
* Working Understanding of MRP/ERP principle.
* Understanding of Factory constraints and complexities
* Product Knowledge
* Excellent analytical skills.
* Flexibility and adaptability to change.
* Ability to make informed decisions
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* In depth understanding of inventory management principles
* Good presentation skills
* At least 3 years experience in a planning capacity

Deadline is 8th November 2010

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