UNILEVER NIGERIA PLC JOB VACANCY FOR PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS MANAGER

Unilever Nigeria Plc Job Vacancy for Procurement Operations Manager 

Unilever Nigeria Plc -:Our brands are trusted everywhere and, by listening to the people who buy them, we've grown into one of the world's most successful consumer goods companies.

Unilever Nigeria Plc is recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Procurement Operations Manager

Main Job Purpose:
Coordination of procurement resources and leveraging the supplier network within a defined geography/product category to deliver on supply chain and MCO targets.

Key Accountabilities:

•     Procurement contact and business partner to a specific set of countries / Category
•     Supplier Relationship Management focused on service, quality, logistics and delivery for materials
•     Responsible for the integration of supplier’s capabilities, logistics, and service requirements of Unilever manufacturing sites
•     Execution of Innovation Projects and Management of Promotions
•     Translation of price trends into local conditions (tariffs, taxes, logistics, etc)
•     Communication of price trend in its totality to the local Finance team as an input to the business plan
•     Development of contingency plans and alternatives to ensure supply security for the MCO
•     Drive and support the implementation of VIP savings and creditor terms for the specific set of countries/MCO's
•     Drive R&P opportunities in alignment with the supply chain and MCO business strategy
•     Efficient, timely and transparent communication to internal customers

BASIC DUTIES:

Execute Global/Regional programs in the MCO

• - Support implementation of procurement strategies for a specific set of countries
• - Execute cost savings and innovation programs based on sourcing strategies and trial results.
• - Execute the rationalization strategy for suppliers, materials, and services to meet Unilever's business requirements.                           

Align Procurement programs to deliver on MCO requirements

• - Collaborate with Planning and Sourcing Units to establish short-term business objectives.
• - Ensure the satisfaction of Unilever's internal customers with the services provided by the procurement organization.
• - Provide operational feedback during supplier negotiations/selection

Manage the MCO supply network

• - Drive the implementation of performance metrics, tools and processes to optimise procurement activities.
• - Monitor overall performance of the supply network and ensure continuous improvement.
• - Directly lead cross-functional teams to improve integration and efficiency across the supply network.
• - Handle complex operational issues through the use of data analysis and provide options using generally defined practices
• - Identify and build partnerships with key suppliers on an operational level
• - Ensure clear SC direction and adoption within the local supply base

Manage local Procurement resources

• - Establish clear and measurable goals that challenge their team to continuously improve
• - Lead their team to meet goals and objectives in support of the overall Unilever strategy
• - Provide coaching and mentor resources to develop a high performing team

Experience Required:
ESSENTIAL

• - University degree
• - At least 5 years experience in Procurement or Supply Management
• - Experience on large-scale change management projects

PREFERRED

• - Experience in international assignments

How to Apply

All suitably qualified candidates should click here to apply online.

Job at Bourbon Interoil Nigeria

As international leader in marine services, BOURBON offers to the most demanding oil & gas clients worldwide a full line of innovative, safe, high performance and new generation vessels and an expanded offer of offshore oil & gas services delivered by 11 000 experienced and competent employees across 45 countries. By joining BOURBON you will be "Under the flag of excellence”. Bourbon Interoil Nigeria recruits a:

Job Title: SENIOR HVAC/Refrigeration Technician​

Mission

The Senior HVAC/Refrigeration Technician is responsible for carrying out maintenance and repairs on BINL vessels and to assist other BOURBON affiliates vessels as required by his line of Management. His field of action is to work on all HVAC and refrigeration equipment.

In order to achieve this you will be in charge of the following

• Inventory of HVAC and refrigeration material and spare parts on board vessels and on shore
• Request order/purchase of HVAC and refrigeration material
• Carry out maintenance on vessels, at on shore sites and during dry dock
• Repairing whenever possible the deficient parts (compressor / condenser / fans etc.) removed from vessels and keep it as stock on shore or on board
• Team leader for HVAC/refrigeration technicians
• Developing and training subordinate/s   

This position will report to the Country Technical Superintendent  

Key skills & Competencies

• Knowledge and experience of HVAC and refrigeration plants in the marine industry
• Resourceful and resilient to stress in a fast-paced environment

Experience

At least 3 years working in a similar role in the Marine industry

Education

Formal qualification as HVAC and refrigeration technician

Contract

Rotational position, based in Nigeria (90 days on / 30 days off)

Method of Application

To apply for this job, click here

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