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  • Posted: May 9, 2014
    Deadline: Not specified
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    British American Tobacco plc (informally BAT) is a British multinational tobacco company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It is one of the world’s five largest tobacco companies. BAT has a market-leading position in over 50 countries and operations in around 180 countries. Its four largest-selling brands are Dunhill, Lucky Strike, Kent and ...
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    Sourcing Manager - Operations

    Job Number 4084BR
    Location/City Ibadan

    Purpose of the Job:
    Develop and monitor implementation of strategic procurement plans for the sourcing of Indirects goods and services for the factory environment (Ibadan, Iseyin & Zaria) in BAT Nigeria. Ensure flexibility of supplies, appropriate quality and complexity reduction at the best total cost.

    Responsible for the execution of End market category “Sourcing to Contract” specifically:

    •     Source to contract (sourcing plan, tender, negotiate and contract)
    •     Spend and compliance reporting
    •     Commercial risk management
    •     Contract Management

    Business:

    •     Responsible for the development and execution of sourcing plans for Indirects goods and services in the factory environment of BAT Nigeria (Ibadan, BATIA & Zaria) with final implementation of contracts.
    •     To ensure the category sourcing and contracts for Indirects goods and services in the factory environment of BAT Nigeria (Ibadan, BATIA & Zaria) meets the business requirements through the execution of the strategic sourcing process.
    •     To adhere to applicable policies, standards and platforms including the agreed Sourcing Management methodology and approach and to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT’s service delivery and commercial risk.
    •     Support the Above Market team on all projects.
    •     Update all report platforms (FISP, IBTT, SCTT etc) as required by the business
    •     Analyse financial and market data, to build and maintain knowledge on all aspects of our supply related external environment, on behalf of the business.
    •     To ensure contracts are completed for all relevant agreements and that SLA’s (Service Level Agreements) have been agreed with the relevant business owner.
    •     Provide forecasts on prices and market changes as an input into planning where appropriate
    •     To lead the process of sourcing execution to ensure delivery of the stakeholder requirements and targets.
    •     Identifying and managing the risk which exists whenever goods and services are contracted out to suppliers and service providers.
    •     Ensure full cross-functional commitment to strategies through communication, education and evaluation of initiatives.
    •     To identify new products and services that may impact on sourcing execution and escalate to the Procurement Business Manager - Operations

    People:

    •     To own commercial supply base management building strong internal and external business relationships to ensure the delivery of the category goals.
    •     To facilitate the creation of supplier SLA ’s and performance check-points.
    •     Management of multi-functional teams and high level of project management skills.
    •     Maintain high level of internal customer satisfaction with all stakeholders
    •     To strive for continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers, managing resource and actions from other functions into this process to deliver quality enhancement and smart spend management.

    Essential Requirements

    •     University degree level education or equivalent of HND from recognized institutions of higher Learning
    •     CIPS Corporate Diploma in Purchasing and/or membership of The Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply or equivalent country qualification or MBA would be an advantage
    •     3-5 years thorough knowledge of supply market, supplier capabilities, competitor activity, and expected trends at a local level.
    •     Detailed understanding of financial evaluation and interpretation of supplier’s records and their key cost and business drivers.
    •     Proficient in supplier assessment processes that are used to develop supplier improvement plans Detailed understanding of e-commerce tools (such as e-Sourcing, etc.) to enhance and sustain the Indirect Procurement processes
    •     Full understanding of the category total cost model, cost drivers and all factors needed to ensure a robust agreement for BAT (including specification and testing requirements).
    •     Professional knowledge of procurement principals, including high order negotiation skills.
    •     Sound knowledge of corporate regulations and legislation to ensure the creation of effective contracts

    Desirable requirements

    •     High level of commercial awareness.
    •     Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    •     Proven negotiation skills and influencing skills: able to influence business partners and suppliers as well as the ability to be assertive if required to ensure compliance to contract.
    •     Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    •     Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships.
    •     A focus on quality service delivery at the best total value.
    •     SAP MM and MS Excel

    Method of Application

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