Our client is a leading supplier of cement in the South-South and
South-East regions, with installed capacity of 2.5million tons per
annum. The Company’s core activities include manufacture and sale of
Cement
The Company is currently implementing key strategic initiatives aimed at
expanding its operations and is seeking to recruit a focused,
result-oriented and suitably qualified professional to fill the position
of Head of Logistics.
Job Title: Head of Logistics
Reporting to the Logistics Director, the successful candidate will be
responsible for the analysis, design and implementation of logistics
operations and distribution networks, as well as liaison with various
parties including suppliers of raw materials, manufacturers, retailers
and consumers.
Specifically, the candidate will:
• manage on-going third party logistics (3PL) relationships and monitor their performance to optimize cost
• liaise with ail internal customers and suppliers for daily operations
• analyse distribution network trends and implement changes as appropriate
• manage all logistical operations and support across ail distribution channels to ensure efficient dispatch
• analyse data to monitor performance. demand and plan improvements
• carry out root cause analysis and problem resolution for all logistics operations
• develop business by gaining new contracts, analyse logistical problems and produce new solutions
• drive the increase in road safety awareness
Qualifications, experience and attributes
• A good first degree in any discipline from a reputable institution. An MBA or any higher degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ post-qualification experience in supply
chain management, two (2) of which must have been spent in a Similar
role in a manufacturing company.
• Demonstrable experience in managing and developing a distribution and logistics team.
• Good knowledge of material planning, inventory management and budgeting.
• Ability to manage purchasing information and systems.
• Ability to manage relationship with various stakeholder i.e. vendors, custom personnel and third party contractors.
• Experience in cost management and proven ability to generate results.
• Excellent understanding of Quality Assurance and Total Quality Management System.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, planning and organization as well as people management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Method of Application
To apply, please quote ES00598 as the subject of your e-mail and send
your current curriculum vitae (prepared as a word document, and saved
with your full names), a statement of how you meet our selection
criteria, and the names and contact details (including telephone and
e-mail addresses) of three referees who are knowledgeable about your
professional achievements and abilities to as at recruitment@ng.kpmg.com not later than 7 April 2011.