Jobs at Colossus Investments Limited

Job Purpose

• The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing procurement, inventory, warehouse operations, logistics, and material planning to ensure uninterrupted production while optimizing inventory levels, supply chain efficiency, and operational costs.
• The role is critical to ensuring the timely availability of raw materials and production inputs required to support the factory's manufacturing and export operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies that ensure cost-effective and timely acquisition of raw materials and production supplies.
• Manage the procurement of Raw Cashew Nuts (RCN) and other production materials to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Oversee warehouse operations, inventory control, and material handling to ensure efficient storage and stock management.
• Ensure the timely availability of production materials and consumables while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Evaluate, monitor, and develop supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and cost competitiveness.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and commercial terms to achieve procurement savings.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including transportation, distribution, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate export logistics to ensure timely shipment of finished products in compliance with export requirements.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, stock movements, and inventory turnover to minimize excess stock and stock-outs.
• Develop and monitor Supply Chain KPIs and prepare periodic management reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse productivity and supply chain efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Procurement, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and statutory regulations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Raw material availability
• Inventory accuracy
• Procurement cost savings
• Supplier performance
• Inventory turnover
• Warehouse efficiency
• Stock loss percentage
• Logistics cost per metric tonne (MT)
• On-time delivery performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics,  Business Administration, Procurement, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, CPIM, CSCP, or PMP will be an added advantage.
• Mandatory: Candidates must have worked in a cashew processing factory or a similar agro-processing manufacturing environment.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5–8 years' experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• At least 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or agro-processing environment.
• Experience managing procurement, warehouse, inventory, and logistics operations within a cashew processing factory will be a strong advantage.

Technical Competencies:

• Procurement and Strategic Sourcing
• Inventory Planning and Control
• Warehouse Management
• Logistics and Distribution Management
• ERP Systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Odoo, Sage, etc.)
• Contract Negotiation and Supplier Relationship Management
• Supply Chain Planning
• Microsoft Excel and Power BI
• Cost Analysis and Performance Reporting

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Leadership and people management
• Strategic planning and organization
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Decision-making and problem-solving
• Accountability and integrity
• Results-oriented mindset

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Job Purpose

• To manage all production activities from raw cashew nut intake through kernel packaging, ensuring production targets, quality standards, operational efficiency, and cost objectives are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute monthly and daily production plans.
• Supervise all production sections, including steaming, shelling, drying, peeling, grading, and packaging.
• Monitor production output and factory efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and quality requirements.
• Optimise kernel recovery and whole kernel percentage.
• Monitor labour productivity and machine utilisation.
• Coordinate manpower deployment across production lines.
• Minimise production losses and wastage.
• Work closely with QA and Maintenance departments.
• Prepare production reports and performance analyses.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Develop production supervisors and operators.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Daily production target achievement
• Whole kernel percentage
• Kernel recovery rate
• Production efficiency
• Labour productivity
• Production losses
• Downtime attributable to production
• Production cost per MT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Agriculture, or related discipline.
• Compulsory: Must Worked In Cashew Processing Factory as Production Manager.

Experience:

• 5 - 8 years in manufacturing.
• At least 3 years managing production in food processing or agro-processing (knowledge in cashew processing would be a great advantage).

Technical Competencies:

• Cashew Processing Operations
• Production Planning
• Manufacturing KPIs
• Lean Manufacturing
• Process Optimisation
• Food Safety Systems
• Microsoft Excel.

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership
• Decision-making
• Planning
• Accountability
• Teamwork
• Analytical thinking.

Benefits

• Salary: N700,000 - N900,000 monthly.
• Accommodation is available.

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Job Purpose

• To lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the factory's Quality Management and Food Safety Management Systems, ensuring the production of safe, high-quality cashew kernels that consistently meet international export standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• The role provides technical leadership in quality assurance, food safety certification, in-line process control, and continuous quality improvement across the entire production process.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the factory's Quality Management System (QMS) and Food Safety Management System (FSMS).
• Lead the implementation, certification, and maintenance of HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, Organic Certification, BRCGS, and other customer or regulatory requirements.
• Establish effective in-line quality control systems across all processing stages, including RCN receiving, steaming, shelling, drying, peeling, grading, packing, and storage.
• Ensure compliance with kernel grading standards, export specifications, GMP, GHP, sanitation, hygiene, and food safety requirements.
• Monitor raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, laboratory testing, moisture control, grade conformity, and packaging quality.
• Lead internal audits, certification audits, customer audits, supplier quality assessments, and regulatory inspections.
• Manage product traceability, recall readiness, non-conformance investigations, CAPA, and root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects, customer complaints, export rejections, and process variability.
• Develop SOPs, quality documentation, and food safety procedures while training employees on quality and food safety systems.
• Lead and develop the Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Laboratory, Hygiene, and Food Safety teams.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Product Conformity Rate
• Export Rejection Rate
• Customer Complaint Rate
• Certification & Audit Compliance
• In-Line Quality Compliance
• Food Safety Incident Rate
• CAPA Closure Rate
• Supplier Quality Performance
• Product Traceability Effectiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000 Lead Auditor/Implementer, or BRCGS are highly desirable.
• Compulsory: Must Have Worked in Cashew Processing Factory as Quality Assurance Manager

Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years experience in food manufacturing Quality Assurance, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Hands-on experience in cashew processing and managing internationally recognized food safety certification projects is strongly preferred.

Technical Competencies:

• Cashew Processing Technology
• In-Line Quality Control
• HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000 & BRCGS
• Food Safety & Quality Management Systems
• Kernel Grading & Export Quality Standards
• Internal Auditing & Root Cause Analysis
• Laboratory & Supplier Quality Management
• Traceability & Recall Systems
• Continuous Improvement (Lean/5S)

Behavioral Competencies:

• Leadership
• Technical Expertise
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Integrity
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Coaching & Team Development.

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Job Summary

• The Farm Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the farm and ensuring that all farming activities are carried out efficiently and in accordance with established standards.
• The role involves supervising farm workers, coordinating crop, poultry, fishery, and livestock operations, maintaining farm records, and ensuring optimal productivity while complying with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily farm operations across crop production, poultry, fishery, and livestock units.
• Allocate duties to farm workers and monitor their performance to ensure productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure proper implementation of planting, irrigation, fertilizer application, weeding, pest and disease control, and harvesting activities.
• Supervise poultry operations, including feeding, vaccination, medication, egg collection, brooding, cleaning, and biosecurity measures.
• Monitor fish farming activities, including pond preparation, stocking, feeding, water quality management, and harvesting.
• Oversee the care, feeding, breeding, and health of livestock where applicable.
• Monitor the proper use, maintenance, and storage of farm machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Ensure farm facilities, poultry houses, fish ponds, and storage areas are kept clean and well maintained.
• Monitor feed, fertilizer, chemicals, seeds, veterinary supplies, and other farm inputs, and report stock requirements promptly.
• Maintain accurate daily records of farm activities, production, inventory, mortality, attendance, and equipment usage.
• Report operational challenges, disease outbreaks, equipment faults, or unusual incidents promptly to the Farm Manager.
• Ensure compliance with farm health, safety, environmental, and biosecurity policies.
• Train and guide farm workers on proper farming techniques and safe work practices.
• Assist in implementing production plans and achieving farm productivity targets.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Farm Manager or Management.

Qualifications

• National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Crop Science, Fisheries, Agricultural Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant agricultural certifications will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years' practical experience in farm operations.
• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: crop farming, poultry production, fish farming, or livestock management.
• Experience supervising farm workers in a commercial farming environment is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Good knowledge of crop cultivation, poultry, fishery, and livestock management.
• Understanding of farm machinery, irrigation systems, and farm maintenance.
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills.
• Good record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Ability to identify common crop, poultry, fish, and livestock diseases and report issues promptly.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and in outdoor farm environments.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is an added advantage.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and attention to detail.

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Job Summary

• The Farm Manager is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and supervision of all farm operations across multiple agricultural enterprises, including crop production, poultry, fishery, and livestock
• . The role ensures efficient farm productivity, proper utilization of resources, compliance with agricultural best practices, and achievement of production and profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee daily farm operations across crop, poultry, fishery, and livestock units.
• Develop and implement annual and seasonal production plans to meet business objectives.
• Supervise farm supervisors, field officers, and farm workers, ensuring productivity and adherence to work schedules.
• Monitor crop cultivation activities, including land preparation, planting, irrigation, fertilizer application, pest and disease control, and harvesting.
• Oversee poultry operations, including broiler and layer management, vaccination schedules, feeding programs, biosecurity, and production performance.
• Manage fish farming activities, including pond preparation, stocking, feeding, water quality management, harvesting, and fish health.
• Ensure the proper care, feeding, breeding, and health management of livestock where applicable.
• Monitor inventory of farm inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, feeds, chemicals, veterinary supplies, and equipment.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for farm machinery, vehicles, irrigation systems, and other equipment.
• Prepare and manage farm budgets while monitoring operational costs to improve profitability.
• Maintain accurate records of production, inventory, sales, expenses, mortality, yields, and staff attendance.
• Implement sustainable farming practices and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Identify and implement innovative farming techniques to improve productivity and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate procurement of farm inputs and ensure timely availability of resources.
• Liaise with agronomists, veterinarians, government agencies, suppliers, and other stakeholders as required.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and annual operational reports for Management.
• Ensure security of farm assets, equipment, livestock, and harvested produce.
• Perform any other duties assigned by Management.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Animal Science, Crop Science, Agronomy, Fisheries, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel within the south westh region.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' practical experience managing a commercial farm.
• Demonstrated experience in crop production, poultry farming, fish farming, and/or livestock management.
• Experience managing large farm teams and coordinating multiple farming activities simultaneously.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of modern agricultural practices and farm management techniques.
• Good understanding of poultry production systems, fish farming, crop cultivation, and livestock management.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, fertilizer application, pest and disease management.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and people management skills.
• Good financial and budgeting skills.
• Ability to analyze farm performance and prepare operational reports.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail

Benefits

• Salary: N300,000 - N450,000 monthly. 
• Accomodation is Available.

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Job Summary

• The Assistant Farm Supervisor supports the Farm Supervisor in coordinating and monitoring daily farm operations across crop production, poultry, fishery, and livestock units.
• The role ensures that assigned tasks are carried out efficiently, farm workers comply with operational procedures, and farm records are maintained accurately to achieve production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Farm Supervisor in planning and supervising daily farm activities.
• Monitor farm workers to ensure assigned duties are completed efficiently and on schedule.
• Assist in crop production activities, including land preparation, planting, irrigation, weeding, fertilizer application, pest and disease control, and harvesting.
• Support poultry operations by supervising feeding, vaccination, medication, egg collection, brooding, cleaning, and biosecurity practices.
• Assist in fish farming activities, including pond preparation, stocking, feeding, water quality monitoring, and harvesting.
• Support livestock management by ensuring proper feeding, watering, housing, breeding, and general animal welfare.
• Conduct routine inspections of crops, poultry, fish ponds, livestock, and farm facilities, and promptly report any abnormalities to the Farm Supervisor.
• Ensure farm equipment, tools, and machinery are used properly and kept clean after use.
• Monitor the availability and proper usage of farm inputs such as feeds, fertilizers, chemicals, seeds, and veterinary supplies.
• Maintain accurate daily records of farm activities, production, inventory, attendance, and equipment usage.
• Ensure workers comply with health, safety, environmental, and biosecurity policies.
• Assist in training and guiding farm workers on good agricultural practices and safe work procedures.
• Stand in for the Farm Supervisor during periods of absence, as directed.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Farm Supervisor or Management.

Qualifications

• National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (Animal Science, Crop Science, Fisheries, Agricultural Technology, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years' practical experience in commercial farming.
• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following: crop farming, poultry production, fish farming, or livestock management.
• Previous experience leading or coordinating farm workers is an added advantage.

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Basic knowledge of crop production, poultry, fishery, and livestock management.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate farm workers effectively.
• Good observational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate farm records and reports.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate in a physically demanding outdoor environment.
• Basic knowledge of farm equipment and safety procedures.
• High level of integrity, discipline, and attention to detail.