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Human Leadership Resources Limited - Our client, is a leader in the Healthcare sector, whose success is based on it's great people, great values and a winning corporate culture that brings about a driven and committed workforce. We are recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below: Job Title: Head, Purchasing and Category Management Location: Lagos, Nigeria Job Type: Full-time Report to: The Chief Executive Officer Job Description

The Head of Purchasing & Category Management will be responsible for leading the team responsible for procuring all the products and services essential for the Company’s operations, by strategizing to find the most cost-effective suppliers and deals in order to minimize procurement expenses, enabling the Company maintain its profitability and invest in its growth and its people.

Responsibilities

Drive the implementation of the Organisational Strategy covering procurement processes; develop systems of control, policies and procedures to drive compliance with set Company Procurement SOPs
Develop and update the Company’s Procurement policy and reviewing commodity strategy with the Management Team
Manage purchasing information and systems, track and report key functional metrics of the Unit to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Identify and manage risk within the Supply Chain
Address various tactical and strategic procurement issues
Monitor and analyze current trends in the marketplace, keeping informed of advances in purchase technology and approaches and apply within the Organization to improve the performance of the Supply Chain
Manage the Procurement Budget process; ensuring effective cost control and a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs
Oversee the management of the strategic sourcing, procurement, contracting and evaluation of services of the Company’s inventory suppliers
Identify suppliers by comparing prices, specifications, payment terms and service delivery to determine the most profitable vendors and appropriate vendor selection to secure the most advantageous terms on behalf of the Company
Negotiate & set-up supply contracts and determine supplier SLAs
Source and negotiate with potential local & international suppliers, develop and establish a Supplier Database; manage and develop the existing and potential supplier pool and update the Approved Vendor List
Coordinate the procurement planning process including supply/demand forecasting, inventory management and on-time delivery
Supply branches in order to optimize inventory at the retail outlets
Perform demand planning in order to optimize inventory at the Distribution Center by liaising with related internal and external customers as well as key suppliers of allotted business areas
Oversee the preparation of Purchase Orders and requisitions
Prepare, maintain and review purchasing records, produce management reports, track status of requisitions, contracts and orders, approve supplier/vendor bills for payment
Respond to internal and external supplier enquires while reviewing requisition orders to verify accuracy, specifications and terminology
Coordinate shipment of products from overseas and local suppliers.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management or a related field with 15 years minimum experience in a structured organisation, 10 years of which must be in a managerial capacity

Other Requirements:

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.

Remuneration Very Attractive. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply Job Title: Head, Marketing and Communication Location: Lagos Employment Type: Full-time Job Description

Report to the Chief Executive Officer
Responsible for the strategy, development and implementation of Marketing Plans, Brand Management and Communication strategies across the organisation
Responsible for digital Marketing plans: website, mobile and social media marketing
Liaise with branches and carry out their Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) Analysis in order to develop specific promotional activities
Carry out Advert Monitoring, Measurement (impact assessment), Optimisation and Reporting
Develop and track metrics and success criteria for all Marketing Communications programs and activities
Maintain complete and up-to-date Brand Manual for all internal and external branding protocols
Function as the production hub for all Marketing Communication activities, managing quality and effectiveness from design through production
Maintain Brand Integrity across product lines, advertising and all other internal and external communication platforms
Exploit Business Intelligence and Competitor Analysis, utilizing market trends to maintain brand leadership position
Manage Budgets and Financial related to brand marketing communications campaigns

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or a related field
At least 15 years minimum experience in a structured organisation, 10 years of which must be in a managerial capacity

Other Requirements:

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.

Remuneration