Supply Chain & Excellence Manager at Seven Up Bottling Company

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.