24 dec HPZ Nigeria Jobs: Regional COMMERCIAL MANAGER

The Role: REGIONAL COMMERCIAL MANAGER The successful candidate will be required to:

• Develop sales plan and strategy for effective growth, increase turnover and penetration of product in the regional market.
• Maintain and develop relationship with existing customers (Key Accounts Management)
• Analyse the competitive environment to ascertain product performance against competition.
• Channel strategy development.
• Ensure effective Stock management to maximize sales.
• Ascertain prompt inter-depot stock transfer to meet urgent stock needs.
• Manage team and individual performance through regular reviews, monitor objectives and ensure development needs are identified and executed.
• Analyse sales figures/data, interpret trends to facilitate planning and forecasting of future sales volumes.
• Manage Debt recovery.

The Person: The right candidate must:

• Possess a university degree, in any discipline.
• Have MBA preferably in Marketing
• Membership of Nigeria Institute of Marketing.
• A minimum of five to seven (5-7) years experience gained from a FMCG environment.
• Have strong numeric/data analysing skills.
• Possess good Analytical and People management skills.
• Be flexible and able to adapt to changing market and business conditions.
• Have well-developed commercial awareness and customer focus.
• Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS
• Have good Microsoft office computer skills especially in Ms Word, Excel and Power point.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

Closing date: 05 Jan 2010

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Vital Products Plc Recruiting: Biochemist

Vital Products Plc, a leading food and beverages manufacturing company requires the services of experienced and qualified personnel for the following vacant positions existing in its organization.

BIOCHEMIST (REF: BMST/12)

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Diageo Nigeria: Procurement Manager

Posted on December 11th, 2009 in Logistics Jobs in Nigeria

Diageo is recruiting for a Procurement Manager.

Responsible for the development of stretching category strategies that clearly deliver our Procurement Functional Value agenda for all areas of the business.

Responsible for the promotion of most effective and efficient use of company’s funds in the acquisition of goods and services through procurement of the right quality at the right price on time and in full.

Prepare professional commodity bid-templates and follow-up evaluation of prospective supplier’s tenders against service, quality and cost parameters.

QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

ESSENTIAL

University Degree in any commercially biased-discipline, with proven relevant 7+ years post-qualification – including some quality procurement-functional experience within a forward thinking, fast-paced and value-adding blue-chip FMCG environment

Professional procurement qualification desirable (CIPS/ISM/MBA), and capable of rapidly developing full understanding of world-class Procurement systems and practices.

Strong commercial acumen, with excellent communication, influencing and presentation skills, both verbal and written with ability to readily engage and influence a range of colleagues and senior stakeholders

Analytical, numerate, enthusiastic, tenacious. Sound commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to the wider business process outside immediate Functional responsibilities

Excellent attention to detail, and ability to prepare clear and professional presentations or reports for utilisation at senior levels

Able to deal with ambiguity, and manage multiple relationships in a matrixed environment, with an ability to take criticism and learn from feedback

Strong IT skills base, including intermediate proficiency in Office applications.

DESIRABLE

Previous experience of working within or closely with an FMCG Procurement Function (prior SAP experience an advantage) for an extended period

Proven track record of delivery in challenging & complex business environments.

Strong communication skills evident in the ability to work in a team environment and build great relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and end users.

Full understanding of Nigerian Import/Export constraints, duties and taxation

Previous experience of working in developing economies would be an advantage

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Diageo Nigeria Vacancies: Packaging Specialist

Diageo plc is the largest multinational beer, wine and spirits company in the world. Diageo in Nigeria takes the form of Guinness Nigeria Plc.

It is a major player in the brewing industry and one of the leaders in Nigeria’s manufacturing sector.

Guinness Nigeria Plc is Recruiting

Guinness is one of Diageo’s Global Priority Brands and one of the biggest NSV contributor. Regional Brands include Malta, Harp, Smirnoff Ice.

Supply is critical to enable such high levels of brand growth – through exemplary service to our customers, by maximising the value of our assets and investments, by protecting the reputation of our business and brands.

This role will play a key role in achieving and ensuring our Packaging assets are utilized effectively and World Class Operations standards (H&S, Service, waste, Quality) are developed and adopted by all our operational employees.
Dimensions:

a) Financial
This role is important to the achievement of the overall Africa region business plans by impacting on COGS in a supply centre through ensuring Diageo has the most cost effective operations across the owned and managed sites inside Africa.

b) Market Complexity
This role operates on a single site in the developing continent of Africa as well as interacting at a manufacturing hub level with other sites and support functions.

c) Leadership Responsibilities
This role will champion Packaging improvement across both sites. Working with the Packaging managers and other supply functions this role will help develop and deliver the Packaging Improvement plans for the Nigeria
By adopting Diageo standards (DWBME) the role will also ensure that a culture of continuous improvement is developed. This will be achieved through the engagement of stakeholders, coaching, facilitation and cross-functional team working. A primary part of the role will be to ensure every employee in the Packaging environment is equipped with the appropriate skills and tools to deliver the Packaging improvement plans and achieve sustainable improvement in his/her operation.
This role has 1 direct report.

Purpose of Role
Support the achievement of the Nigeria packaging business plans.
Lead and support the site teams in the implementation of Packaging best practice to deliver a safe environment, produce high quality product, minimise waste and maximise efficiencies (OEE)
Ensure all Diageo’s assets are utilized effectively before considering investment.
Ensure a culture of continuous improvement is instilled.

Top 3-5 Accountabilities

1. Be a Safety role model to embed safe working practices in everything we do.
2. Will lead and champion the role out of the Global Perfect Plant programme on site.
3. Using lean manufacturing methodology engage with the packaging and departmental management to facilitate the development and implementation of Packaging improvement projects & initiatives
4. Ensure the execution of these improvement plans are sustained and delivered through all site personnel and maximise the opportunities to engage, coach, train and develop packaging personnel in best practice Packaging operations.
5. Provide ongoing monitoring/assessment of packaging KPI’s and standards and ensure processes are robust and reported correctly against challenging targets in line with all improvements.

Qualifications and Experience Required
Mechanical / Electrical Engineering degree preferred
3-5 years in a Packaging operations environment of FMCG
Professional Engineering qualification – desirable
Computer Literacy
Knowledge of SAP or other CMMS

Barriers to Success in Role
Lack of ability to influence personnel in the site or manufacturing hub. Insufficient drive and resilience to achieve results. Lack of ability to challenge the status quo and drive change through facilitation and coaching.

The role will be based on one site but may require travel to other sites in hub to support prioritised activities.

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Globacom Nigeria Recruiting for vacant positions,

Globacom Nigeria,common called Glo, a leading telecommunication company with Pan African interest is seeking to hire high flying professionals in marketing to fill the following vacant positions in West Africa.

DIRECTOR MARKETING Ref: DMG
Job Profile:
• Responsible for the overall management of National Marketing.
• Monitor needs, behavior of market.
• Build a portfolio of products and services for the market.
Years of Experience:
• Minimum of 15 years cognate experience in Telecommunications Marketing
• Extensive background in the areas of Market /Brand/ Production Management
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics or other relevant discipline.
• An MBA will be added advantage
Additional Skills:
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• A seasoned person with experience to work in Nigeria, Ghana, or any country in West Africa.

HEAD POSTPAID MARKETING Ref: HPP
Job Profile:
• Develop yearly business plans for gross and net revenue for gross & net revenue target and projection of subscriber base growth.
• Define product and pricing strategy for post paid business.
• Develop marketing plan and strategy for distinct consumer segments such as Corporate, SME, HNI, etc.
Years of Experience:
• 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in product management with at least 2 - 3 years at Management Level and currently heading postpaid marketing vertical of a telecom company.
Academics Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of a post qualification degree in business related field will be added advantage

HEAD NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Ref: HNPD
Job Profile:
• Developing new product rollout, roadmap and contribute in driving revenues from new products.
• Plan and oversee the launching of new services
Year of Experience:
• 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in new product management or currently heading VAS vertical of a telecom company.
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of a post qualification degree in business related field will be added advantage

PREPAID ACQUISITION MANAGER Ref: PPAM
Job Profile:
• Design and implement complete marketing programs including pricing strategy to tap various consumer segments.
Years of Experience:
• 3 - 4 years of relevant experience in product management in a telecom Company.
Academics Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or any other related field
• Possession of a post qualification degree in business related field will be added advantage

PREPAID USAGE & RETENTION MANAGER Ref: PRURM
Job Profile:
• Establish MIS, market feedback process for informed decision-making, tracking performance of products against control groups.
• Carry out analysis of trends (bases balance, validity, usage, tariff), penetration level of various services, tracking unique users, below averages users with a view to identifying opportunities for growth.
• Drive marketing programs and launch promotional offers to address targeted segments and grow revenue.
• Develop retention module consisting of proactive and reactive measures.
Year of Experience:
• 3 - 4 years of relevant experience in product management in a telecom company.
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of a post qualification degree in business related field will be added advantage

POSTPAID CORPORATE & SME MANAGER Ref: PPSME
Job Profile:
• Identify and develop complete marketing plan/tariffs for the targeted segments to grow market share.
• Launch new innovative products/tariff to grow market share, gross additions and open alternate revenue streams
• Identify distinct usage pattern and capitalize them by designing innovative products targeted at clearly defined segment. Evaluate the commercial & technical viability and recommend pricing strategies of -products.
• Liaise with Sales Team on implementation of consumer promotion/
• Programs/new launches and on ground activities.
• Ensure S&Q spends are made within budget and in most effective manner.
• Develop scientific method to check the optimum utilization of S&D budget
• Liaise with Sales Team to monitor contributions from direct/indirect channels and ensure salesforce productivity is kept high and indirect channels work within the required ROI
• Drive initiatives with sales team to improve the quality of customer acquired on the network.
Years of Experience:
• 3 - 4 years of relevant experience in product management in a telecom company,
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of post qualification degree in business management will be added advantage

POSTPAID USAGE & RETENTION MANAGER Ref: PPURM
Job Profile:
• Establish MIS, market feedback process for informed decision-making, tracking performance of products against control groups.
• Carry out analysis of trends (usage, outstanding, credit limit, ARPU), penetration level of various services, tracking unique users, below averages users with a view to identifying opportunities for growth.
• Drive marketing programs and launch promotional offers and tariff plans to targeted-segments.
• Develop retention module consisting of proactive and reactive measures.
Years of Experience:
• 3 - 4 years of relevant experience in product management in a telecom company
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree In Business Management, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines
• Possession of post qualification degree in business management will be added advantage

EXECUTIVE NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Ref: ENPD
Job Profile:
• Ensure the timely launch of new product roadmap and achievement of revenue target from allotted platform.
• Identity barriers that militate against the adoption of various services and how to enhance penetration of various services.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of marketing plans for the products.
• Initiate the review of products and services according to the various stages of the product lifecycle.
Years of Experience:
• 3-4 years of relevant experience in product management in a telecom company.
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of post qualification degree in business management will be added advantage

HEAD BUSINESS ANALYTICS & RESEARCH Ref: HBAR
Job Profile:
• Analysis of the revenue streams, minutes and calling patterns, customer segments and trends.
• Provide inputs into tariff by studying time bands' utilization, capacity utilization data for different customer profiles.
Years of Experience:
• 7-8 years of relevant experience in Marketing Analytics in telecom/banking
Academic Background:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Statistics, Maths, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of post qualification degree in business management will be added advantage

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER MOBILE MONEY TRANSFER Ref: BDM
Job Profile:
• Articulate a business plan, pricing model and other features of the Mobile Money Transfer service
• Develop agent partnership business models and work closely with the channels/sales team
• Steer the communication and branding build up and ensure high visibility of the Mobile Money Transfer Service across Nigeria.
Years of Experience:
• 4-5 years of relevant experience in Product Management/Money Transfer Marketing in a telecom/ Financial Service
Academic Background:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or any other relevant disciplines.
• Possession of post qualification degree in business management will be added advantage

ENTERPRISE MANAGER BROADBAND (GLO BROADACCESS) Ref: EMB
Job Profile:
• Identify various corporate segments in the market e.g. bank, oil, transport, food & beverages, SME, Estimated the size of the market and their latent needs.
• Develop complete marketing plan and tariffs to address the segments and grow market share.

Years of Experience:
• 7-8 years of relevant experience in Corporate Sales/Enterprise/Product Management in a telecom company or Internet Service Provider
Academic Background:
• A post graduate degree in business management and a telecoms engineering qualification preferred

Additional skills for all above positions are:
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel and SQL/Microsoft Access
• Knowledge of BI Tools is required for Head Analytic and Research

Method of Application:
Qualified candidates should e-mail their resume with a passport photograph if possible (quoting the relevant references for the Vacancy to: marketing.job@gloworld.com
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 15th December, 2009.

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BetOnMarkets.com Recruiting: West Africa Manager

BetOnMarkets.com: West Africa Manager

BetOnMarkets.com is hiring for a West-Africa Manager to be based in Nigeria. The BetOnMarkets Marketing team is responsible for marketing the company’s exceptional service to current and prospective Clients on a worldwide basis.

Our approach is to embrace the strength of our products to drive marketing programs that are entrepreneurial, disciplined, and data-driven.

The Marketing Department’s efforts are predicated on optimizing the CLV>CPA equation. As such, all of our marketing efforts are tested, data-driven, and assessed with in-depth quantitative analysis. Additionally, our marketing relies on having an in-depth understanding of our clients and their needs derived from research and analysis.

The role: West-Africa Manager

As a Manager for the West Africa region, you will be responsible for driving BetOnMarkets’ Client acquisition efforts in Nigeria and a number of other West African countries. You will identify and implement a variety of marketing tactics and use data-driven analysis to determine the effectiveness of your campaigns. You will be accountable for maximizing the number of Clients acquired while maintaining target CPAs.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis to gain in-depth understanding of the Clients within your region;
2. Identify specific marketing tactics that are likely to yield optimal results;
3. Test these tactics and assess results via data-driven analysis;
4. Refine and optimize as needed to achieve new account and CPA goals;
5. Clearly communicate marketing strategy and results to top management.

Requirements:

* Experience in online/consumer Direct Marketing managing complex and significant marketing acquisition programs.
* Experience with setting up companies in Nigeria, including legal and tax considerations, is preferred. Some management experience is also preferred.
* Industry experience in online trading/investing, online gaming, payments, financial services, e-commerce, or other relevant industries is highly desired.
* Excellent proven analytical capabilities; passion for analyzing products, customers and market dynamics as well as a strong aptitude for determining the optimal way to position products in the market.
* Outstanding written and oral communication skills as well as excellent organizational skills.
* Motivated, self-starter, able to work independently from Nigeria.
* Integrity and self-discipline.

Location

This position will be located in Nigeria (preferably Lagos). The successful candidate will be expected to launch BetOnMarkets’ West African marketing operations from the ground up.

The first 45 days of employment will consist of a training program in BetOnMarkets’ offices in Malaysia.

Contract and Remuneration

A new company will be incorporated in Nigeria under which the employment contract will be held. BetOnMarkets has sought legal advice in Nigeria and has confirmed that the proposed activities of this new company in Nigeria are lawful.

Remuneration will include base compensation as well as performance bonus. The compensation package will be discussed with candidates based on their experience following completion of the recruitment tests.

Recruitment Process

The company undertakes a comprehensive recruitment process designed to select the most talented candidates for any given position, and seeking to ensure alignment and fit for both parties. The recruitment process is comprised of the following steps:

1. Completion of the attached talent test.
2. Short-listed candidates are invited to complete the SATI (Self-Assessment Topgrading Interview) questionnaire.
3. Telephone interviews with key members of the management team.
4. Reference checks with previous employers.
5. Job off

Method of Application

Qualified candidates can apply by sending in their detailed CV via email to nigeria@betonmarkets.sendfree.com

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The Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) Recruiting Finance officers, environmental specialist and others.,

The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank and African Development Fund (ADF) of the African Development Bank (ADB) towards the cost of Rural Travel and Transport Programme (RTTP) and Rural Access and Mobility Project (RAMP), and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the payment of professionals / support staff who are to assist in the day to day management of the project implementation.

The positions are open to candidates from both the public and private sectors.
However candidates from the private sector will only be considered where there are no qualified candidates from the public sector.

Successful candidates from the public service will be on secondment in the first instance from their respective organizations and eventually transfer their service to the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources to continue providing his/her services towards sustainable development of Rural Transport in the Country.

The positions which are based in Abuja, will involve occasional travels to participating States.
The Positions required to be filled are:

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
Job Responsibility:
The Environmental Specialist will operate within the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) and will be working in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Environment and Environmental Protection Agencies in the States and FCT, Abuja.

The Environmental Specialist will be responsible for supervising and ensuring the implementation of the Environmental and Social management Plan and other Environmental Safeguard Instruments prepared by the project.

He/She will ensure that the Environment and Social Development unit of the PMU is functional find effective.

The specialist will report to the Coordinator of the FPMU and will work closely with the other staff at the FPMU to ensure smooth and effective implementation of the project.

Job Qualifications and Experience:

• Post Graduate Degree in Geography, Ecology, Environmental Economics, Environmental Assessment/Management or Natural Resources Management or related field.
• Literacy in Geographical Information System (GIS) is recommended.
• At least 8 years of work experience in environmental and natural resource management.
• Knowledge of EA applications to the transport and rural sectors will be an advantage.
• He/she will have proven experience in formulating, assessing, and reviewing environmental compliance documents;
• Knowledge of Nigerian national and Regional legislations related to environment, Transport sector land tenure and other relevant acts; and experience carrying out stakeholder consultations and organizing environmental training workshops/seminars will be considerable asset.
• Knowledge of World bank Safeguards Policies would be an added advantage.

INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible to the FPMU Coordinator

• The incumbent will assist the Coordinator in the coordination of the implementation of infrastructural projects in the States and ensure that the procurement procedures of all goods and services financed under the project as contained in the Procurement Manual approved by the IDA are followed in all procurement activities of the Project both lot procurement activities for which the FPMU is responsible as well as those of the SPIV through a review of their procurement progress reports.

Job Qualification and Experience:
• A good Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering and Post graduate degree with specialization in Roads and Bridges;
• Registered with relevant professional bodies with a minimum of 8 years varied experience in rural transport infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation works with excellent ability to handle least cost design standards and specifications of various rural infrastructure particularly roads works and bridges;
• Ability to produce and interpret engineering designs and reports;
• Excellent understanding of procurement procedures under externally assisted projects with at least four years exposure to procurement in such projects;
• Must be computer literate with demonstrable ability in the use of Microsoft office suite, spreadsheet and internet.
• Must have some experience at top managerial level in the public and/or private sector;
• Experience with a World Bank or donor supported project would be an added advantage.

MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible to the FPMU Coordinator

• The incumbent wilt assist the Coordinator In the monitoring and evaluation component of the project and generation of project specific information on progress, processes and performance.
Qualification and Experience:
• A good bachelor's degree in Economics, Engineering, Agriculture, Forestry, Agricultural Economics and other related fields
• A minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation of externally assisted projects and 5 years of which must have been with donor funded programme,
• For Master degree holders 5 years of post qualification experience out of which 3 years must have been with donor funded programme as stated above possession of proven track record in managing and leading investigative teams;
• Ability to communicate and write effectively;
• Computer literacy and competence in the use of standard software applications for statistical analysis will be an advantage,

FINANCE OFFICER
Job Responsibilities:
• Assists the Assistant Project Accountant in ensuring that all accounting records and bank accounts of the project are up-to-date.
• Ensures that all procurement and financial disbursements are in line with the World Bank, and Federal Government financial regulations

Qualification and Experience:
• Minimum of HND, B.Sc in Accounting, Banking and Finance or any other relevant qualification. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience and an exposure in financial management of externally assisted projects;

• Excellent ability to handle financial software, ability to produce and interpret financial reports and good understanding of financial procedures under externally assisted projects,

• Must be Computer literate, Training in World Bank financial guidelines and procedures and experience in a World Bank funded project and current financial management procedures will be an added advantage.

DRIVER
Responsibilities:
• In general, the successful candidate will drive the operational vehicles of the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) as may be assigned by the Project Coordinator.

Qualification and Experience:
• Evidence of Primary School Education, possession of WASC Certificate shall be an advantage
• Ability to speak English and to interact tactfully with people of all levels
• Possession of current professional driving license and a minimum of 10 years driving experience
• Strong desire to actively contribute to FPMU's objectives
• Experience in corporate driving and competence in trouble shooting and minor repairs
• Possession of capacity to work under pressure
• Familiarity with Abuja and ability for long distance driving to any part of the country
• Must be conversant with the road safety traffic rules and regulations
• Must have good health, good eye sight and good appearance
• Must be able to drive at night
• Applicants must provide two guarantors who are serving public servants of GL. 12 and above and are resident in Abuja
• Ability to communicate through GSM or radio
• Training in Defensive driving will be an advantage
• Must not be above 45 years of age.

Terms of Appointment:
• The terms of employment for all the positions shall be stipulated in the appointment letters to be issued to successful candidates

Method of Application:
The Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) of the Rural Access and Mobility Project (RAMP) now Invites eligible candidates who are interested in the above mentioned position to send in their detailed curriculum vitae with cover letter indicating qualification, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills amongst others, etc. to:
The National Coordinator,
Federal Project Management Unit
Rural Access & Mobility Project,
NAIC House, (1st Floor)
Plot 590 Zone AO Airport Road
Central Area Abuja
GSM 08034524580, 09-87260559

Closing Date: 8th December, 2009.

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