UAC FOODS LIMITED NIG. JOB OPPORTUNITIES, FRIDAY 4, NOVEMBER 2011

UAC Foods Limited is Nigeria’s leading manufacturer and marketer of tasty and nourishing convenience foods and drinks. It operates two categories namely “Snacks” and “Beverages”
We are currently searching for General Manager – Supply Chain to develop and implement strategies that will progressively enhance and broaden the integrated processes among operations, purchasing, logistics and suppliers to execute the planning/replenishment process for sustainable long term competitive advantage.
THE POSITION: GENERAL MANAGER – SUPPLY CHAIN

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager – Supply Chain will manage the supply chain process in collaboration with channels partners to create customer satisfaction
SPECIFIC JOB ROLES
Establish forecasting, S&OP and processes that harmonize efforts of functional work streams towards category and customer advantage
Develop strategic alliances with global technology partners
Analyze global trends, focusing on micro economic issues within specific global geographies to determine most competitive sourcing and supply channels
Identify strategic opportunities aimed at deriving commercial advantage through closer collaboration with suppliers in sourcing raw materials
Ensure adherence to procurement policies from strategic procurement – i.e. request for information (RFI), request for proposal (RFP) and Tender Evaluations
Build supplier partnerships/loyalty and intimacy that will promote overall business growth. Build strategic alliances with service providers with a view to refocusing internally on core competencies to enhance resource utilization
To plan and arrange for proper clearance and the receipt of all imported equipment/spares speedily
JOB REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate must have;
A first degree in Applied or Social Sciences
15 years work experience at managerial level of which at least 7 years must be in related work area
Cross functional/category experience
Strategic and commercial track record
Knowledge of competitors and market dynamics
Computer literate (MS Office)
Supply Chain Analysis
Project Management skills
Negotiation skills
Relationship Management
Fleet and Route Management
Leadership skills
Strategic thinking skills
Ability to implement systems
Problem solving and decision making skills
Sound understanding of business principles and processes
Team player
Coaching and mentoring ability
Coordinating and organizing ability
Strong analytical skills
Assertiveness
High level of attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills
People development and management skills
THE POSITION: GENERAL MANAGER – OPERATIONS
Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager – Operations will manage operations of three (3) manufacturing units
SPECIFIC JOB ROLES
To monitor the unit’s budgets on an on-going basis and take corrective action where necessary
To monitor the units production costs and implement remedial action where necessary
To hold regular communication sessions with unit management
To manage and achieve volume targets.
To assess and recommend the implementation of unit projects
To develop and recommend strategies to the Managing Director/Chief Executive
To draw up and assist with Capex budgets
To stay abreast of new developments in the industry
To complete performance evaluation in respect of senior managers
To mentor, coach and advise unit managers on an on-going basis in all aspects of their duties
To approve payments in line with authority limits
JOB REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate must have;
A first degree in Food Technology, Engineering, Applied or Social Sciences
15 years work experience at managerial level of which at least 7 years must be in related work area
Cross functional/category experience
Strategic and commercial track record
Knowledge of competitors and market dynamics
Computer literate (MS Office)
Production and maintenance planning process
Business objectives
Project Management skills
Analytical and numerical skills
Financial Management – e.g direct cost variances, budget, CAPEX, maintenance cost
Score card
Manufacturing strategy
Leadership and coaching skills and techniques
OE policies and procedures, including recruitment and retention
Results driven
Team player
Strategic thinking ability
Problem solving and decision making skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Innovative
Sound understanding of general management principles
Commercial and business awareness. Presentation skills
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume to careers@uacnplc.com not later than 16th November 2011.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.