Oando Nigeria Plc Recruitment : MIS Officer

Oando Nigeria Plc Recruits for MIS Officer, in its Finance department. The role includes to Provide assistance in periodic updates of the 5-year strategic plan documents, including update of financial forecasts

Vacancy Title MIS Officer

Department Finance

   

Date Published Nov 9, 2011

Closing Date Nov 18, 2011

 

Vacancy Description

Division/Department: Finance

 

Location: Lagos

 

1.   ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Directly Reports to: Strategy and Planning Supervisor

Indirectly Reports to: Finance Manager

Supervises: NA                               

 

2.   JOB SUMMARY

The MIS Officer supports the Strategy & Planning Supervisor in carrying out Oando Gas & Power (OG&P) strategy, planning and performance monitoring functions.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Data gathering/studies and analysis on identified subject areas as required by Management and the Board from time to time

Carrying out bench-marking of OG&P activities against competition and best practices

Coordinating OG&P retreat and brainstorming sessions on specific issues

Facilitation of special projects aimed at achieving certain objectives

Coordination of preparation and collation of quarterly Board papers and reports and follow up on action points emanating from Board meetings

Co-ordinates preparation and review of periodic reports and follow up on action points with the responsible offices

Co-ordinates monthly performance review (MPR) for all the entities within Oando Gas and

Power (OG&P). These reviews will include

Significant revenue and opex variances

Review of customers' connects against set plans

Review of project status against milestones

Budgeting:

Interacting with entities and departments in OG&P to gather budget inputs

Reviewing the budget inputs for consistency with set budget instructions and

top down directions

Supporting the Strategy & Planning Supervisor in budget consolidation activities

Summarizes departmental and entities' business plans into companywide operating plans

Coordinates OG&P quarterly budget review activities including quarter budget

reviews and updating of short term projections

Preparing monthly cashflow planning and forecasting for all the entities.

Providing assistance in setting standards that will enable us properly implement the Group Financial policies and best practices

Serves as anchor point for gathering relevant information required for effective decision making by the OG&P Management Team

Putting together presentation materials required by the Group, Directors and Management

Other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

 

3.   KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Timeliness of reporting to the Management, Group and external parties

Accuracy, quality and depth of strategic information provided

Teamwork as demonstrated by ability to work with people across the OG&P Group

Demonstration of the company's core values at all times

Organisational ability

 

4.    QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

1st degree in social sciences, Accounting or business studies from a reputable University

Experience in Budgeting and Performance Reporting functions of a reputable organisation or a

Consulting firm will be an advantage

3 - 5yrs on-the-job post qualification experience

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office (word, excel and power point)

 

5.   KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

Advanced Excel and Financial Modeling skills

Numerical skills

Analytical & Research

Basic knowledge of business dynamics

Reporting

Creativity & Innovation

Organization/Administration

Interpersonal Relations

Team playing

Oral & Written Communication

PC Utilisation

APPLY ONLINE HERE 

UAC Foods Limited Jobs : General Managers (Supply Chain, Operations)

UAC Foods Limited is Nigeria's leading manufacturer and marketer of tasty and nourishing convenience foods and drinks recruits for General managers, SUpply Chain & Operations. It operates two categories namely "Snacks" and "Beverages".

We are currently searching for following Professionals:

General Manager – Supply Chain to develop and implement strategies that will progressively enhance and broaden the integrated processes among operations, purchasing, logistics and suppliers to execute the planning/replenishment process for sustainable long term competitive advantage.

General Manager – Operations to align the manufacturing operations of the business in its three (3) locations in achieving business objectives in line with; cost, quality, service levels, working capital and continuous innovation.

As well as coordinating all activities relating to plant/facility maintenance and project management.

1.)  General Manager - Supply Chain
Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager – Supply Chain will manage the supply chain process in collaboration with channel partners to create customer satisfaction.

Specific Job Roles
Establish forecasting, S&OP and processes that harmonize efforts of functional work streams towards category and customer advantage.
Develop strategic alliances with global technology partners.
Analyze global trends, focusing on micro economic issues within specific global geographies to determine most competitive sourcing and supply channels.
Identify strategic opportunities aimed at deriving commercial advantage through closer collaboration with suppliers in sourcing raw materials.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies from strategic procurement – i.e., request for information (RFI), request for proposal (RFP) and Tender Evaluations.
Build supplier partnerships/loyalty and intimacy that will promote overall business growth.
Build strategic alliances with service providers with a view to refocusing internally on core competencies to enhance resource utilization.
To plan and arrange for proper clearance and the receipt of all imported equipment/spares speedily.

Job Requirements
The ideal candidate must have;

A first degree in Applied or Social Sciences.
15 years work experience at managerial level of which at least 7 years must be in related work area.
Cross functional/Category experience
Strategic and commercial track record
Knowledge of competitors and market dynamics
Computer literate (MS Office)
Supply Chain Analysis
Project Management skills.
Negotiation skills.
Relationship Management
Fleet and Route Management
Leadership skills.
Strategic thinking skills.
Ability to implement systems.
Problem solving and decision-making skills.
Sound understanding of business principles and processes.
Team player,
Coaching and mentoring ability
Coordinating and organizing ability
Strong analytical skills
Assertiveness
High level of attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills
People development and Management skills

2.)  General Manager - Operations
Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager -Operations will manage operations of three (3) manufacturing units.

Specific Job Roles
To monitor the unit's budgets on an on-going basis and take corrective action where necessary
To monitor the units production costs and implement remedial action where necessary
To hold regular communication sessions with unit management
To manage and achieve volume targets
To assess and recommend the implementation of unit projects
To develop and recommend strategies to the Managing Director/Chief Executive
To draw up and assist with Capex budgets
To stay abreast of new developments in the industry
To complete performance evaluation in respect of senior managers
To mentor, coach and advise unit managers on an on-going basis in all aspects of their duties
To approve payments in line with authority limits

Job Requirements
The ideal candidate must have;
A first degree in Food Technology, Engineering, Applied or Social Sciences.
15 years work experience at managerial level of which at least 7 years must be in related work area.
Cross functional/category experience
Strategic and commercial track record
Knowledge of competitors and market dynamics
Computer literate (MS Office)
Production and maintenance planning process
Business objectives
Project Management skills
Analytical and numerical skills
Financial management – e.g. direct cost variances, budget, CAPEX, maintenance cost
Score card
Manufacturing strategy
Leadership and coaching skills and techniques
OE policies and procedures, including recruitment and retention Results driven Team player
Strategic thinking ability
Problem solving and decision making skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Innovative
Sound understanding of general management principles
Commercial and business awareness
Presentation skills
Project Management skills
Quality management system

Application Deadline
16th November, 2011

Method of Application:
To apply, please send your resume to careers@uacnplc.com not later than 16th November, 2011

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email