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UAC Foods Limited Jobs : General Managers (Supply Chain, Operations)

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    UAC Foods Limited is Nigeria's leading manufacturer and marketer of tasty and nourishing convenience foods and drinks recruits for General managers, SUpply Chain & Operations. It operates two categories namely "Snacks" and "Beverages".

    We are currently searching for following Professionals:

    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.

    General Manager – Operations to align the manufacturing operations of the business in its three (3) locations in achieving business objectives in line with; cost, quality, service levels, working capital and continuous innovation.

    As well as coordinating all activities relating to plant/facility maintenance and project management.

    1.)  General Manager - Supply Chain
    Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager – Supply Chain will manage the supply chain process in collaboration with channel 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

    2.)  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
    Project Management skills
    Quality management system


    Application Deadline
    16th November, 2011


    Method of Application:
    To apply, please send your resume to careers@uacnplc.com not later than 16th November, 2011

    Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email

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