Jobs at Integrated Dairies Limited (IDL)

Role Description

• This is a full-time, on-site Supply Chain Planning Manager role based in Plateau state.
• The Supply Chain Planning Manager will oversee end-to-end planning activities, including demand forecasting, production planning, material requirements planning, and distribution scheduling for dairy products.
• The role will coordinate closely with procurement, production, quality, warehousing, and sales teams to maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure timely product availability. T
• he manager will monitor supply chain performance metrics, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions to improve service levels, reduce waste, and optimize costs.
• Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing sales and production data, updating planning tools, managing supplier and logistics timelines, mitigating risks such as stock-outs or capacity constraints, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• The role also involves driving process improvements, contributing to S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) cycles, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• S&OP Leadership: Facilitate the monthly S&OP cycle, bringing together Sales, Finance, and Operations to reach a consensus on a single operating plan.
• Demand Forecasting: Collaborative with the Sales & Marketing teams to develop accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual demand forecasts based on historical data and market trends.
• Supply Planning: Oversee the Production Planning Officer to ensure factory schedules are optimized to meet demand without exceeding capacity or shelf-life limits.
• Inventory Strategy: Define and manage safety stock levels for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to prevent stock-outs during peak seasons.
• Material Requirement Planning (MRP): Coordinate with Procurement to ensure the timely arrival of long-lead items (e.g., imported cultures, stabilizers, or specialized packaging).
• Performance Management: Track and report on key metrics such as Forecast Accuracy, Plan Attainment, and Days of Inventory On-Hand (DIO).
• Process Digitalization: Drive the optimization of ERP planning modules to automate manual scheduling and improve data visibility across the chain.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify potential supply chain disruptions (e.g., grain shortages or logistics bottlenecks) and develop robust contingency plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial  Engineering, Business, or a related field; a relevant professional certification (e.g., APICS/CPIM, CSCP) is an advantage.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in supply chain planning, demand/supply planning,or S&OP, preferably within the FMCG or Dairy sector.
• Demonstrated experience in supply chain planning, including demand forecasting, production planning, and inventory management.
• Strong skills in data analysis, use of spreadsheets and planning tools, and interpretation of supply chain metrics (e.g., service levels, inventory turns, forecast accuracy).
• Knowledge of procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution processes, preferably within FMCG or food and beverage manufacturing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams such as production, quality, finance, and sales, and to manage stakeholder expectations.
• Solid understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization in manufacturing or supply chain environments.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present data-driven insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

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Location: Jos / Vom, Plateau

Role Summary

• The Tax and Treasury Specialist is responsible for managing the organization’s fixed asset account, tax compliance, reporting, and planning, as well as overseeing treasury operations including cash management, liquidity forecasting, and banking relationships.
• This role ensures that all tax obligations are met accurately and on time while optimizing the company’s cash flow and financial risk exposure.

Job Description
Tax Management:

• Statutory remittances; monthly computation and remittances of VAT, WHT, PAYE, NSITF, ITF (quarterly) and pension. Check the GLs to correctly reclassify the expense.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
• Assist in tax planning strategies to optimize the company’s tax position.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date tax records and documentation.
• Prepare tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and related financial disclosures.
• Enforces payment of outstanding taxes.
• Support tax audits and liaise with external tax advisors and tax authorities.

Treasury Management:

• Manage daily cash operations, including monitoring cash balances, funds transfers, and payment processing.
• Prepare short-term and long-term cash flow forecasts to support liquidity planning.
• Maintain and manage banking relationships, including account openings, closures, and signatory updates.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and assist in hedging strategies (e.g., forward contracts, swaps).
• Oversee and manage intercompany loans, borrowings, and investment activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal treasury policies, covenants, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare treasury reports and analysis for management review.

Fixed Asset Management:

• Fixed Assets Register; maintain and update Fixed Assets Register (FAR), ensure all additions & disposals are properly posted into GL Ac, ensure Fixed Assets Register align fully with GL, ensure items capitalised are within capitalisation policy and reconciliation of Capital WIP with GL and breakdown of balance.
• Intangible Assets and Right of use; ensure all additions are properly recorded, posted and agreed to GL and ensure correct capturing and posting of amortization
• Depreciation Schedule; ensure depreciation is in line with applicable accounting standards.
• Asset Verification and Control; Coordinate periodic physical verification of fixed assets, investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical and Fixed Assets Register (FAR) and ensure assets are properly tagged and tracked.
• Ensures compliance with accounting standards like International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Prepayment-Total card; Ensure weekly update and reconciliation of cards on ERP.
• Bank Account reconciliation; reconciliation of foreign bank accounts and loan accounts.
• Financial accounting; joining the team to review Management accounts and timely working on other financial tasks that may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, ICAN, or equivalent are an advantage.
• 3 - 6 years of relevant experience in the role.
• Proficiency in preparing Financial Statements and expertise in Financial Reporting
• A deep understanding of Finance principles.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, ICAN, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and treasury management systems (TMS).
• Familiarity with statutory remittance processes and compliance frameworks is preferred.
• Strong Analytical Skills, problem solving and organisation skills.
• Excellent Communication skills for collaborating with team members and stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and proactive with the ability to meet deadlines.