Supply Chain Manager - SSA at Schneider Electric Nigeria

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company!

• Process Automation is a global business unit building value in today's ever-changing industrial world by forging new connections among people, processes, and technologies.
• Schneider Electric's process automation solutions help our customers to drive their operations to a higher value with a vast portfolio of proven Schneider Electric technology and expertise.
• An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Process Automation business unit for a Supply Chain Manager to join our team in Nigeria, operating as part of the North Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa Cluster.

Your Mission

• The successful candidate will manage, develop, and oversee the Supply Chain function within the Nigerian & Sub-Sahara African regions whilst maintaining solid cross-functional relationships, ensuring and maintaining a customer-driven ethos and continuously improving our total cost of acquisition performance.
• The role encompasses responsibility for Project Resale materials & services, non-Project purchasing, Logistics, management of Facilities and other functional areas as required by the business.
• An essential element of the role will be formulating risk management strategies and participating with stakeholders to review and mitigate risks within the business.
• The role is designed to offer development opportunities, place the employee at the heart of strategic initiatives and provide exposure to other business disciplines.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the African procurement team.
• Promote integrity, professionalism, and adherence to Schneider Electric's ethical standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in all areas of supply chain activity and participate in improvement initiatives throughout the organisation.
• Issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) as necessary to support project pursuit opportunities.
• Perform bid analysis and make recommendations in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Leverage global supply chain resources and knowledge to deliver best-in-class solutions.
• Manage inter-company purchases in line with corporate objectives.
• Manage logistics and inventory per project requirements to minimise cost, increase efficiency and reduce obsolescence.
• Manage Warehouse functions as necessary to optimise service to internal customers and ensure compliance with health and safety rules.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including import/export tariffs and documentation, trade compliance, customs, and revenue.
• Manage and undertake expediting activities across all third-party and inter-company supply chains.
• Management of the Facilities function, including all third-party contracts to provide adequate protection.
• Management of other functional areas as required by the business, including quality, HSE, etc.

Qualifications
About You:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a Business discipline administration or engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in a senior position with responsibility for procurement of:
  • Project-related materials and services.
  • Sub-contract services & out-sourcing.
• Experience working for a global, multi-cultural organisation.
• Ability to think strategically with a track record of implementing strategic initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of procurement practices, regulations, contract types, contractual terms and conditions,
• Experience in international sourcing and development of global supplier relationships.
• Strong track record in managing and leading teams.
• Strong team player with experience in participation in cross-functional team improvement activities.
• Experience in using integrated ERP systems, including procurement tools such as SRM.
• Project management and problem-solving skills with the ability to demonstrate a track record of achievements to date
• A good team player with a passion for excellence and driving improvements. Is customer-focused and has a sense of urgency to resolve issues timely and effective.

Why us?
You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with significant personal responsibility and attractive development opportunities:

• Flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life.
• Optimal support on your career path through regular training opportunities.
• A dynamic and personal atmosphere, working with a globally energised team.
• A company culture that encourages performance and cooperation.