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Job Purpose
Manage end to end procurement processes for all indirect related procurement and oversee direct procurement materials. Tasks will include:

• Price Negotiations
• Cost Model Reviews:
• Engage with the deployment of EPDs and NPDs
• Be a key contact for all procure to pay activities.
• Contract/Schedule and PIR Management;

Manage And Implement SAP Related Tasks:

• Ensure quota arrangement is maintained where needed
• Ensure all active materials are set up with valid contracts
• Escalate SAP issues that may require expert handling.
• Ensure contracts data integrity within the system by carrying out periodic data health checks.

Price Trends Monitoring:

• Constant follow up with input raw material market prices and price trends.
• Be engaged with external business environment, foreign exchange movements and government policies to proactively anticipate business impact.
• Conduct due diligence benchmarking within commodities subcategories.
• Internal and External Relationship Management;
• Build effective strategic relationships with key suppliers.
• Engage suppliers effectively and proactively.
• Plan quarterly supplier engagement sessions.
• Plan supplier visits where and when necessary.
• Participate in helping resolve supplier issues and complaints.
• Attend internal cross-functional meetings.
• Attend to requests from other internal and/or external parties.
• Be an effective liaison between internal and external stakeholders.

Create And Deliver Effective Budget:

• Support in the setting up of the materials standard cost
• Deliver yearly spend within budget as aligned with the business.
• Identify, Implement and Deliver Sustainable and Long-Term Savings Opportunities;
• Through the strategy creation process, identify and explore all potential value levers.
• Constantly engage with the suppliers and R&D teams to identify, implement and deliver cost saving opportunities.

Monitor Inventory Levels:

• Participate in the setting of stockholding norms for commodities materials purchased by the organisation.
• Provide corrective action support for inventories that vary from plan.

Academic Qualifications

• A good First Degree in Social / Management / Physical Sciences
• Possession of a Post graduate degree in Human Resources / Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or related field is an added advantage
• Membership of the CIPS, CILS, CILCS, CISCOM, Lean Six Sigma or any other related professional qualification is required.
• Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in a similar role, especially in the FMCG sector

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of Inventory Management
• Knowledge of Cost management
• Knowledge of applicable legislations, as well as policies and procedures
• Demonstrates expertise in Procurement management

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Job Purpose

• The Utilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for the planned preventive and breakdown maintenance of utility plants and equipment; including water (various forms), CO2, steam, electrical systems, compressed air, cooling plant, and effluent treatment plant.
• This role requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of utility services. To perform all types of maintenance as defined for the plants and equipment, record and diagnose failures, and ensure proper related documentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Execution of technical work in a safe way, ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are complied with.
• Responsible to ensure that maintenance actions are executed OTIF to ensure machines run in accordance with standard procedures and standard conditions.
• Perform machine rotations to ensure availability and reliability for operations, and availability for maintenance.
• Participate in improvement teams to improve utilities generation, distribution, and consumption efficiencies.
• Participate in BD analysis of machine(s) in work area to avoid re-occurrence, reduce minor stops, optimize maintenance cost, and improving maintenance performance parameters, such as MTBF and maintenance costs.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on utility systems, including water distribution, gas lines, and electrical systems.
• Conduct inspections and diagnostics to identify and resolve issues in utility plants and equipment.
• Document maintenance and system performance records online (in SAP PM), and offline (in logbooks).
• Collaborate with other departments and external contractors to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests and system failures promptly.
• Participate in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance programs.

Requirements

• NABTEB, WAEC Technical.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in production and maintenance roles, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
• Able to read and understand machine operations, maintenance manuals, and general engineering documents.
• Experience in BD analysis of plants and equipment failures, to prevent re-occurrence, reduce minor stops, optimize maintenance cost, improve maintenance performance parameters.
• Proven good communication and collaboration skills.
• Proven experience in utility maintenance or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of utility systems, including water, gas, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and maintenance equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of engineering and production safety practices.
• Proven good commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Key competency requirements:

• Basic use of MS Office, PM SAP documentation and reporting.
• Productive team membership and collaboration.
• Customer service orientation.
• Planned maintenance.