Head, Supply Chain

Position: Head, Supply Chain

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Salary: Negotiable

Our Client, a leading healthcare retail chain is seeking to hire a qualified candidate with notable supply chain experience and achievements to fill the above position. The Head, Supply Chain reports to the COO.

Purpose of role

The Head of Supply Chain Division will ultimately be responsible for the planning, monitoring and control of an efficient supply chain function across the organisation which synchronizes supply with demand and maximizes net value for the company. The supply chain department will liaise with international and local suppliers and partners to maximise supply efficiencies, while identifying opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct strategies for the supply chain division and ensure these strategies are aligned with the overall goals of the organisation
• Drive business efficiencies through standardisation of systems across the organisation
• Develop and implement an inventory optimisation plan, a warehouse optimisation plan and logistics plan for the organisation
• Prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and monthly reports for supply chain services for the organisation
• Implement and driving a culture of continuous improvement within supply chain management
• Establish and maintain networks that foster and promote excellent relationships

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or a related field with 15 years minimum experience in a structured organisation, 10 years of which must be in a managerial capacity
• Experience in the retail industry, specifically retail pharmacy, is a critical advantage
• Strategic business/commercial operational knowledge and understanding
• Strong relationship management and influencing skills, both internally and with external partners/accounts
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a deep understanding of demand analysis
• Ability to lead and develop a team to success
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office skills like Word, Outlook, and Excel.