VP: Logistics (51009733/001) Nigeria
An exciting opportunity has become available at an e-procurement company that distributes food supplies directly from farmers and food manufacturers. They have operations in Nigeria and Ghana and are currently recruiting for a Vice President of Logistics.
Job responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimise key input metrics and improve corresponding
output metrics, including order accuracy, on-time delivery rates, and product quality at point of
delivery. - Analyse supply chain data to identify trends, forecast demand, and make informed decisions to
optimise inventory levels and respond to market changes. - Streamline inventory management, warehouse operations, and transportation logistics to reduce
order fulfilment cycle time and improve efficiency. - Focus on improving inventory turns by optimising replenishment lead times and sales velocity.
- Drive supply chain costs, budget and financial metrics to optimise for cost-effectiveness without
compromising service quality. - Leverage technology and supply chain management systems to improve efficiency, visibility, and
automation within the supply chain.
Candidate requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field;
Master's degree preferred - 10 - 12 years experience in Supply Chain or Logistics leadership roles, with a proven track record of
driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction in large scale FMCG e-commerce - Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive digital
transformation and innovation in logistics - Knowledge of financial acumen, including supply chain costs, budgeting, and financial metrics
- Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Expertise in supply chain management systems (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS) and related technology
solutions