Company Info
Large organization
200 + Employees
BIC Nigeria - We are Africa’s premier Agribusiness company solving problems in agriculture and ensuring food availability through efficient farming and food production methods, thereby raising agribusiness models.
BIC Nigeria – We are Africa’s premier Agribusiness company solving problems in agriculture and ensuring food availability through efficient farming and food production methods, thereby raising agribusiness models.
1). Maintenance Manager
Location: Sagamu, Ogun
Summary:
- The Maintenance Manager will oversee the maintenance operations of the factory to ensure optimal performance of all machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.
- The role involves managing a team of technicians and support staff, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and implementing proactive and reactive maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance Planning and Execution
- Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance schedules for all machinery and equipment.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing issues, and coordinating quick repairs to minimize production downtime.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Team Management
- Supervise and lead the maintenance team, including training, and evaluating team members.
- Assign tasks and ensure proper delegation to achieve maintenance goals effectively.
- Promote a culture of teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.
Operational Efficiency
- Monitor and analyse equipment performance to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Coordinate with production managers to prioritize maintenance tasks based on production schedules and needs.
- Ensure spare parts inventory is maintained at optimal levels to avoid production disruptions.
Safety and Compliance
- Enforce adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations within the maintenance department.
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and equipment inspections.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, government regulations, and company policies.
Budget Management
- Prepare and manage the maintenance department’s budget, including costs for repairs, spare parts, and labour.
- Evaluate and approve purchase requests for equipment and maintenance supplies.
- Seek cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or safety.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in maintenance management, preferably in a plastic manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of plastic processing machinery (e.g., injection molding, extrusion) and auxiliary equipment.
- Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) is an advantage.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong understanding of safety protocols and regulatory requirements in manufacturing.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership and team-building skills.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Budgeting and cost-management expertise.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
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2). Associate Manager, End to End Planning
Location: Lagos
JOB DESCRIPTION
Main Responsibilities/Tasks
- Develop and implement efficient supply chain and production planning strategies.
- Lead the monthly performance review meetings for the cluster and align on priorities and strategic decisions.
- Responsible to set and review the business unit stock policy and ensure on time availability for demands.
- Responsible for long range planning process to assess and propose production capacity and capex requirements.
- Oversee and manage inventory levels to meet production and customer demands.
- Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and warehouse teams to optimize the flow of goods.
- Analyze market trends and production capacity to anticipate material needs.
- Work closely with the manufacturing team to implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce costs.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to supply chain operations.
- Ensure correctness of purchase forecasts for added value imported products and align with factory planners on availability and possible supply constraints.
- Place firm intercompany orders for local warehouse replenishment and follow up with factory planners until order is shipped.
- Ensure best possible container optimization on inbound orders, to keep Freight-In costs as low as possible.
- Responsible for local inventory levels; balance between intended service level and optimal inventory holdings.
- Keep track on Overstock and Slow-Moving items. Work with Sales and Marketing teams to propose actions to deplete them.
- Work closely with Marketing teams to ensure on-time availability of new products.
- Manage capacity utilization files and makes production budgets in line with the demand
- Lead the monthly supply review meetings to set the base for the monthly planning activity and alignment with internal stakeholders on the deliverables, attainment and adherence to plan.
- Lead the weekly production planning process and align the Constrained production plan with the necessary stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in supply chain and production planning roles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in supply chain management software and forecasting tools.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Key Performance Indicators
- Days of Cover per product / product family and all product levels.
- Inventory value Vs Net sales
- Inventory in units Vs net sales
- Overstock value Vs Net sales and Gross inventory
- Purchase forecast accuracy > 95% at lag 4.
- Production Attainment > 98%
- Production Adherence > 98%
- OTIF( On time in full) >95%
- Net Cut kept at min < 0.5% of Net sales and previous years.
Qualifications
- University degree completed in relevant field.
- Minimum experience of 6 years.
- Embodies all the BIC Values & Behaviors: Simplicity, Ethics, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Ingenuity.
- Strong team player
- Possess leadership skills
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Process Oriented. Ability to continuously improve a supply chain and manage complex customer needs.
- Efficient and can prioritize workload.
- Open-minded and cultural acumen.
- Solution-driven with the willingness and ability to implement innovative ideas and improve working methodologies. Able to break down complex issues into simple components and build/implement required action plans.
- Hands-on in line with BIC culture, can handle various tasks with humility and business drive.
- Advanced level required on Excel Office
- Any ERP knowledge (JDE preferably).
Deadline: Not Stated
How to Apply: Interested applicants should use the links below to apply: