Jobs at Nextzon

A technology company positioned to provide a wide range of services to the financial services sector and it is the largest direct online supplier of niche products ranging from computer products and accessories to consumer electronics. The company requires highly innovated, ambitious and tenacious individuals with strong personalities to further develop her business. Respondents must also be determined and result-oriented and must possess commercial and strategic skills to ensure that P&L target for the business units are achieved and exceeded.

HR & ADMIN MANAGER (NXT/PRAG I)
The position is responsible for all Human Resource management activities including recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, compensation /benefit administration and management, policy development and enforcement and organization and supervision of all the administrative activities that facilitate smooth operations of an organization.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in industrial Relations & Personnel Management or any other relevant course.
• At least 4 years of experience in Human Resource and office administration.
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to set priorities, delegate work, motivate and develop staff.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Working language of the Nigerian Labour Law.
• Good understanding of Human Resource concepts, theories and methodologies.
• Good documentations know how.
• Ability to work well under deadline pressure and handle multiple jobs and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Good understanding of the Nigerian market and artisans behavioral tendencies.
• Good filing and book keeping know how.

ADMIN OFFICER (NXT/PRAG II)
The position is responsible for providing administrative support to the company.
Skills/Competencies:
• A good first degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work with tight deadlines.
• Organizational skills, particularly in respect to maintaining filing systems and events management.
• Ability to use Word Processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word), email (e.g. Microsoft Outlook), the internet, relational databases (Microsoft Access) and spread sheets (e.g. Microsoft Excel).

HEAD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NXT/PRAG III)
The successful candidate will play a key part in the delivery of the Business Plan as well as contributing to the development of IT strategies. He/She will be responsible for formulating IT strategies, monitoring and maintaining all systems, application services and IT infrastructure in the company, working and liaising with information technology vendors and providers.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in sciences/engineering
• At least 4 years of experience in IT with at least 2 years in a management position
• Demonstrated experience in streaming and automating IT tasks such as networks, monitoring, helpdesk functions or computer development
• Configuration management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management
• Understanding of systems integration and system security
• Demonstrated competence in the following software environments: Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, SQL Server 2005, Backup Execution, Exchange 2003, etc
• Additional IT qualification will be an added advantage
• Project management skills
• Leadership and management skills
• Good Knowledge of technologies and platforms.

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR (NXT/PRAG IV)
The successful candidate will be responsible for local area network (LAN) set up, installation and monitoring. He/She will perform a variety of maintenance, evaluation, installation and training tasks to ensure LAN performance meets company and user requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in sciences/engineering
• At least 2 years of experience in IT
• Demonstrated experience in streaming and automating IT tasks such as networks, monitoring, helpdesk functions or computer development
• Configuration management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management
• Understanding of systems integration and system security
• Ability to troubleshoot networks, systems applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational difficulties.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (NXT/PRAG V)
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing both operational and programmatic support to the organization. He/She will oversee all accounting and financial functions including matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in Accounting or Finance related field.
• A recognized professional accounting qualification i.e. ACA, ACCA or an equivalent certification
• At least 5 years of experience in similar position.
• A good knowledge of financial and tax Management
• Computer literacy – appreciation of the use of Microsoft and accounting packages (knowledge of Tally added advantage)
• Good organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Confident, proactive and with high level of self motivation
• Personal qualities of integrity, creditability and commitment
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communications and relationship management skills.

ACCOUNTS OFFICER (NXT/PRAG VI)
The successful candidate will be responsible for financial and accounting records and assisting in the smooth running of the finance unit.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in Accounting or any other related field
• Professional qualification will be an added advantage
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Good Knowledge of booking practices, techniques and terminologies
• Good Knowledge of basic accounting principles and Tax practices
• Experience in maintaining financial records and preparing financial reports accurately
• Experience with accounting software

BRAND & OFFICER (NXT/PRAG VII)
The successful candidate will conceptualize and enforce the visual identity of the organization, increase brand awareness as well as plan, develop and direct the marketing efforts of the organization and its products. The individual would also oversee development and maintenance of the company website.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in social sciences or art
• At least 2 years of experience in branding and product strategy development
• Ability to develop and interpret marketing plans
• Ability to understand the market trends as well as forecast
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Experience in building and managing a company’s brand

PRODUCT MANAGER (NXT/PRAG VIII)
The position is responsible for planning and developing the marketing strategy for our collection of computer and consumer electronic products.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree
• At least 3 years of experience in marketing with emphasis on product management
• Successful track record of product planning and execution with complex products (including new product launches)
• Accountable for accurate revenue projections

SALES OFFICER (NXT/PRAG IX)
The position is responsible for selling the products and services of that company. The successful candidate will implement business development and sales strategies to enable the organization meet it sales goals.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in social sciences
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Ability to make presentation to groups and determine the needs of customers
• Ability to persuade and influence others
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
• Strong networking, interpersonal and relationship management skills

Method of Application:
If you are interested in any of these positions, please send in your resume stating the reference code of the position applied for as the subject of the application. Applications should be submitted to recruitment@nextzon.com

Closing Date: 27th October, 2009.

Jobs at Promasidor Nigeria

Promasidor Nigeria is one of Nigeria's consumer businesses and a strategically important business unit within the Promasidor Group. The company operates in a number of highly competitive categories, with many well – known and much loved brands in the Nigerian market, including Cowbell Milk, Sweetmilk, Cowbell Chocolate Drink, Onga, Loya, Miksi, Top Tea and Amila, and employ 1,500 people across the country.

Due to portfolio expansion and ambitious business plans, Promasidor Nigeria is looking to fill the following marketing roles:

MANAGERS, BRAND GROUP (Dairy and FE & B)

Job Description:

• Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing, you will be responsible for optimizing volumes and contribution for the brands in your categories (Dairy or Food Enhancement ft Beverages), through the development and execution of category strategy and annual activity plans.

• In addition, you will be expected to lead and develop the capabilities of your brand team.

You must possess the following attributes:

• Self-motivated and articulate

• Strong project and people management skills

• In-depth knowledge of developing:

1. Insight-based marketing plans;

2. Research tools; and

3. Management of third – party suppliers.

Qualifications:

• You will hold a minimum second – class university degree.

• A postgraduate qualification in Marketing or an MBA would be an advantage.

• You should have a minimum of 5 years' work experience in FMCG Marketing, Sales and/or Operations experience would be an advantage.

Method of Application:

To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to managerbrandsgroup@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number MBG1009.

BRAND MANAGERS (Dairy and FE & B).

Job Description:

• Reporting to the Manager, Brands Group (Dairy or Food Enhancement & Beverage), you will be responsible for developing, executing and evaluating brand marketing programmes.

You will possess the following attributes:

• "Can do" attitude.

• Able to interpret data and information

• Good experience of developing and implementing brand plans, including budget management.

Qualifications:

• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.

• You should have 3-5 years work experience, preferably in FMCG.

• Sales and/or Operations experience would be an advantage.

Method of Application:

To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to brandmanager@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number BRM1009.

ASSISTANT BRAND MANAGERS (Food Enhancement & Beverages)

Job Description:

• Reporting to the Manager, Brands Group (Food Enhancement & Beverages), you will be responsible for implementing below-the-line activities, including budget management, and for providing regular brand health reports.

You will possess the following attributes:

• Articulate and able to interact with a range of different people and functions.

• Numerate.

• Able to self-manage your workload.

Qualifications:

• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.

• You should have 1 – 2 years work experience, either in Marketing or Sales or in an advertising or promotions agency with multinational clients.

Method of Application:

To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to assistantbrandmanager@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number ABM1009.

MANAGER, MEDIA & SPONSORSHIP (All Brands)

Job Description:

Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing, your core responsibilities will include:

• Media strategy, planning and buying across the brands portfolio.

• Development and execution of promotions and sponsorship programmes •

• Effective execution of brand PR activities

• Management of third-party media and BTL agencies.

You will possess the following attributes:

• A strong communicator

• Good analytical, negotiation and presentation skills

• Pays attention to detail

• Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian media landscape

• Thorough understanding of campaign and copy tactics across a brands portfolio.

Qualifications:

• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.

• A postgraduate qualification in Marketing would be an advantage.

• You should have 5 – 7 years work experience, either in FMCG Marketing or with a media planning and buying agency handling multinational accounts.

Method of Application:

To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to managermediasponsorship@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number MMS1009.

CO-ORDINATOR, MEDIA & SPONSORSHIP (All Brands)

Job Description:

• Reporting to the Manager, Media & Sponsorship, you will assist in the development and implementation of media plans and schedules aligned with brand strategies and in the execution and evaluation of annual promotions and sponsorship programmes.

You will possess:

• Good experience of media planning, analysis and research techniques and tools

• Analytical and negotiation skills; pays attention to detail

• Articulate and able to interact with a wide range of internal and external functions.

Qualifications:

• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.

• You should have 3-5 years work experience, either in FMCG Marketing or with a media planning & buying agency handling multinational accounts.

Method of Application:

To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to coordinatormediasponsorship@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number CMS1009.

General Requirements:

• All positions are expected to have a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Remuneration:

• All positions will command a competitive salary and benefits.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing Date: 2nd November, 2009.

Jobs at Fareast Mercantile Co. Ltd

Fareast Mercantile Co. Ltd (Fmcl), A Leading Distribution Company Of Repute, Known For Distribution And Sales Of Various Products Such As Foods, Tyres/Appliances/Electronics And Other Household Products. Invites Applications From Suitable Qualified Candidates To Fill The Following Vacancies:


Area Sales Managers (Nationwide)
Responsibilities/Knowledge/Requirements:
• The Candidates Must Be A Graduate/Hnd In Marketing Or Other Relevant Discipline.
• The Candidates Must Have 6-7years Working Experience In Either Fmcg (Food), Tyres & Appliances/Electronics Industries In Nigeria.
• Out Of The 6 Years, Two Years Should Have Been In A Senior Position Overseeing Team Of Sales Officers Or Sales Representatives
• Age Should Be 30-35 Years (Male Or Female)


Sales Officers/Representatives (Nationwide)
Responsibilities/Knowledge/Requirements:
• The Candidates Must Be A Graduates/Hnd In Marketing, Business Admin Or Any Other Relevant Discipline.
• The Candidates Must Have 3 – 4 Years Working Experience In Fmcg (Food), Tyres & Appliances/Electronics In Nigeria.
• The Candidates Must Be Ready To Work Round The Clock To Meet Set Target.
• Age Should Be 26 – 35 Years (Male Or Female).



Fleet Manager (Lagos)
Responsibilities/Knowledge/Requirements:
• Pool/Expat Cars Purchases, Repairs & Maintenance Of All The Cars.
• Insurance, Government Levies, Registrations & Renewals.
• Responsible For Breakdowns, Police Case/Lastma Etc.
• The Candidate Must Be A Graduate In Relevant Discipline.
• He Must Have 5 Years Relevant Working Experience.
• He Must Be Computer Literate.
• He Must Have Been Driving For Up To 5 Years With Current Driver’s License.

Secretary To Managing Director (Lagos)
Responsibilities/Knowledge/Requirements:
• He/She Must Be A Graduate/Hnd In Secretariat Studies
• He/She Must Have 4 – 5 Years Working Experience As A Secretary.
• He/She Must Be Computer Literate.
• He/She Must Have Ability To Write In Shorthand.
• He/She Must Have Good Command Of English Language
• He/She Must Be Presentable And Personable.

Remunerations:
• Very Attractive But Commensurate With Experience & Qualifications.

Method Of Application:
Interested Applicants Who Meet Specified Requirements Should Forward Their Comprehensive Cv & Scanned Passport Photographs Indicating Position Of Interest And Contact Details (Not P.O. Box) To hr@fareastmercantile.com Or kk@fareastmercantile.com,

Only Short Listed Applicants Will Be Contacted.
Closing Date: 22nd October, 2009.

Jobs at Nigerian Bottling Company PLC

The Nigerian Bottling Company Plc (NBC) was incorporated in November 1951, as a subsidiary of the A.G. Leventis Group with the franchise to bottle and sell Coca-Cola products in Nigeria.

The Nigerian Bottling Company Plc (NBC) requires the services of the following:

Area Finance Manager

Job Description

Ensure accurate and timely submission of financial information by plants in any assigned region Provide executive summary on plants weekly rolling estimate cost monitoring and highlight areas for management attention regarding possible overspend. Provide updates of finance training programs in accordance with agreed plans Ensure consistent improvement in control environment in the plant using finance rating score card Coach and implement development plans for Associates 

Basic Qualification

BSc or HND in Finance and Accounting with a minimum 10years experience in country BP reporting department, 7 years of which must be at management level within the FMCG industry. ACA and or ICAN certification. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with good skills of MS excel and BRP (like BASIS or SAP) 

Business Planning Manager 

Job Description

Coordination of the Annual Business Plan process. Timely consolidation of the plans in line with Guidelines Preparation of monthly rolling estimates and management commentaries Coach and Implement development plans for Associates

Basic Qualification

BSc or HND in Finance and Accounting with a minimum 7years experience BP reporting department, 5 years of which must be at management level within the FMCG industry. ACA and or ICAN certification. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with good skills of MS excel and BRP (like BASIS or SAP)

Tax Manager

Job Description  

Prepare company tax computations Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants and corporate tax office Ensure that the company’s tax operations are compliant with statutory regulations and SOX Provide timely resolutions to tax audit issues by both Federal and state tax authorities. Coach and implement development plans for Associates. 

Basic Qualification

BSc or HND in Finance and Accounts with a minimum 7years experience 5 years of which must be at management level within the FMCG industry. ACA and or ICAN certification. Good understanding of the national and state laws guiding taxation Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with good skills of MS excel and BRP (like BASIS or SAP) 

Finance Business Partner Commercial 

Job Description 

Support the Commercial Director in running the cost control processes Monitor CAPEX spend (CDE’s) and support the Commercial Director with alternate spending scenario Commercial project financial evaluation Support the financial planning and budgeting for the commercial function and develop rolling estimates Participate and contribute to the regional/area commercial review process from a finance perspective Coach and implement development plans for Associates. 

Basic Qualification

BSc or HND in Finance and Accounts with a minimum 10years experience in country BP reporting department, 7 years of which must be at management level within the FMCG industry. ACA and or ICAN certification. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with good skills of MS excel and BRP (like BASIS or SAP) 

Method of Application 

Click apply at Nigerian Bottling Company PLC website. Click here 

Management Trainee at FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc

FrieslandCampina WAMCO Nigeria Plc. is offering career opportunity for ambitious, highly motivated graduates with a flair for excellence, to join their team as  

MANAGEMENT TRAINEE.

Position Code – MT101

Job Requirements:

- B.Sc / HND with a first class or second class upper in any discipline from a reputable local/Overseas universities.

-Fluency in English Language is required

-Previous working experience is NOT necessary

Method of Application:

Interested candidate should send a text message to (08039754565) btw today 20th October and 2nd November in the following format: 

Text Application Format:

Surname#First name#Sex#Age#Tel no#Email#Qualification#Grade#School#Position code

Example:
Aboaba#Chukwudi#M#25#0901333444#fancy@gmail.com#BSc#Accounting#2.1#Unilag#MT101