Head, Logistics Planning & Performance at Lafarge Cement

Summary

Analytical and actionable Liaison between Plant and Logistics Operations.  Develop a margin optimized demand & supply plan. Develop and implement costing and routing models for existing and prospective customers. Create planning metrics. Analyze transportation and distribution methods and processes for optimal delivery of customer freight that meets established service and cost requirements. Leverage IT solutions to schedule and coordinate the distribution of cement in the most economically advantageous manner based on transport mode and operating capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan master production /distribution schedule with production team/distribution team of each plant
• Develop/ Implement and continuous review of costing and routing models for customers to maximize profitability.
• Lead Logistics systems/processes projects (TMS,CDS,DMS,IVMS, EFIS) to improve efficiency, speed, quality of transportation services and overall cost to serve
• Lead efficiency across the entire Logistics pipeline by monitoring delays and work with relevant stakeholders to address
• Develop/implement supply chain risk management and contingency plan
• Manage Rail distribution development projects

Dimension

• Covers all Lafarge Operations in West, East and North
• RT Contractors/Depot network
  • Strategic: 10
  • Others: 30
• Cross Functional
  • Plant, Sales, Finance teams
  • Maintain a balance between safety, distribution efficiency cost vs profitability
  • Work remotely but effectively with Regional Logistics Heads

Profile Required

• Business oriented and customer focus
• Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory management, sales forecasting, advanced planning system
• Ability to identify process improvements, managing change and delivering quantifiable improvements
• Highly computer literate (MS office) with experience in using an ERP system (eg. SAP),
• Thinking and analytical skills
• Good supervisory and people management skills
• Organizing and planning skills
• Negotiation skills
• Good communication and influencing skills
• Interpersonal skills 
• BSc in Supply chain, Engineering or BA
• At least 3 years’ experience in Distribution planning 

Mobility

• Position is based in the Head Office (Ikoyi) with occasional travel to the production sites to support the Regional Sales and Operational planning