Supply Chain and Excellence Manager at Seven Up Bottling Company

The Supply Chain & Excellence Manager will be responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain planning and driving continuous improvement initiatives across  operations. This role ensures efficient material flow, demand and supply alignment, and inventory optimization while championing operational excellence and supply chain efficiency programs. The manager will play a critical role in improving service levels, reducing costs, and enhancing overall supply chain performance.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Planning

• Lead and manage the coordination of IKEJA to the supply chain planning function, including demand forecasting, supply planning, production scheduling, and inventory management.
• Develop and implement robust planning processes to align supply capabilities with business demand.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and sales to ensure seamless material and product flow.
• Monitor KPIs such as forecast accuracy, OTIF (On Time In Full), and inventory turns, implementing corrective actions where required.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies across Ikeja operations.
• Identify, prioritize, and lead efficiency-driven initiatives that reduce waste, improve productivity, and optimize cost-to-serve.
• Develop and implement best practices, standard operating procedures, and process improvements in line with global benchmarks.
• Foster a culture of excellence, driving engagement and capability-building across teams.

Supply Chain Efficiency & Performance Management

• Track, analyse, and report supply chain performance, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Lead projects aimed at improving supply reliability, lead times, and service quality while reducing operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all supply chain processes.
• Partner with digital/IT teams to leverage data, analytics, and digital tools to drive efficiency and visibility.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, operations, or related functions, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in supply chain planning, demand/supply balancing, and process improvement.
• Strong track record in leading Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence initiatives (certifications a plus).
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution focus.
• Change agent, capable of challenging the status quo and driving transformation.
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, manufacturing, operations, or related functions, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in supply chain planning, demand/supply balancing, and process improvement.
• Strong track record in leading Lean, Six Sigma, or other operational excellence initiatives (certifications a plus).
• Solid analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong execution focus.
• Change agent, capable of challenging the status quo and driving transformation.
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all levels of the organization.