General Manager – Non-Commodity Procurement at Olam Agric

JOB TITLE: General Manager – Non-Commodity Procurement

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

JOB DETAILS:

• Overseeing the procurement of non-commodity materials involves a strategic approach to managing both local and international sourcing to support company operations effectively
• This may involve developing a comprehensive sourcing strategy that considers factors like supplier selection, quality control, and risk management to maintain cost-effectiveness and reliability in the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Formulate comprehensive procurement strategies for specialized materials, focusing on supplier diversification and risk management.
• Streamline procurement workflows to enhance operational efficiency and achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Use SAP modules tailored for procurement to optimize data accuracy and facilitate real-time decision-making.
• Oversee import/export logistics, ensuring compliance with international trade laws and minimizing customs delays.
• Employ inventory management best practices to maintain adequate stock levels, preventing overstocking and stockouts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth among the procurement team members.
• Enhance cross-departmental collaboration through regular communication and joint initiatives, aligning procurement goals with broader organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree coupled with an MBA from a prestigious institution.
• Extensive experience, spanning 12 – 15 years, in procurement and supply chain management roles.
• Proficiency in SAP software, ensuring efficient and effective management of business processes.
• In-depth knowledge of import/export procedures, critical for global trade compliance.
• Valuable prior experience with Nigerian/African markets, offering a strategic advantage in these regions.

Key Skills:

• Utilizes advanced negotiation strategies to achieve favourable outcomes in terms of cost and quality.
• Exhibits proficiency in communication, articulating thoughts clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms.
• Upholds the highest ethical standards, ensuring all professional activities are conducted with integrity.
• Demonstrates resilience and composure, effectively handling stress and pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Proven leadership abilities, with a history of guiding teams to exceed performance goals.
• Analytical and detail-oriented, consistently identifying critical elements in complex situations.
• Takes a proactive approach to inventory management, optimizing stock levels to meet demand while controlling expenses.
• Flexibly adjusts strategies and operations in response to evolving market trends and organizational objectives.

HOW TO APPLY
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